Creating a Soft, Veined Marble finish with Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy

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[@americaisanoblecountry2427]

This is it! I've been looking through KZbin for the right marble counter top for my bathroom that was also simple to do and not 'in your face'. Thank you!

[@melbround1]

I like the fact that you are always looking for classy solutions and give live-able designs for the long haul. No used car salesmen techniques here. Its not needed the product sells itself. Thanks Rhonda.

[@RK3Designs]

That was sweet!! I appreciate your feedback.

[@jthm777gir]

This is pretty much exactly the color/finish I've been looking for, thank you.

[@RK3Designs]

Awesome!! 😊😊

[@vickiwilliams3887]

Gorgeous!

[@sharmullins3894]

Love this Rhonda! I think I'm going to do this with some old tv trays I've got laying around. They are so worn out, this would be beautiful.

[@GS-st9ns]

The sky is not even the limit with epoxy. This goes imagination exponentially. That always looks nice. Seem like it's difficult to make a mistake

[@RK3Designs]

So true!!! Epoxy is so fun!!!

[@sandraferreira6911]

finally found what Im looking for! This will go in my kitchen remodel, thank you!

[@waynemiller6070]

Yup. Another really usable recipe.

[@sfernandez75]

This is exactly what I've been looking for, thank you!

[@RK3Designs]

You’re so welcome. Thank you for watching. 😊

[@juliahelland6488]

I absolutely 💯 ♥ the look of this faux marble.

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!! 😊

[@rosebarnes6044]

You are a fantastic teacher. I love your videos. So informative.

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!!❤️

[@suzangrace5567]

Exactly what I’ve been looking for to do the master and guest bathroom vanities. I’m a little nervous about using the torch, but ill get over it to achieve this beautiful look. Thanks. A friend clued me into your channel and i love it.

[@RK3Designs]

You’ll do fine!! 😊. Thank you so much for watching. ❤️

[@hpinheiro46]

Fantastic job and really easy to be done. Thank you very much for sharing your techniques with us. God bless you.

[@RK3Designs]

You are so very welcome. Thanks for watching!

[@mountainman4410]

So, I used this method today. I did the first step with the white and the pearls, then with a still wet glove, I sprayed a little lagoon blue on my hand (very lightly), smashing it together with the epoxy on my glove and lightly rubbed it into the surface of my panel. It made very light marbled patterns. So gorgeous! I just know the customer is going to love it! Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. I know it always gives me a big boost in confidence each time I watch you.

[@RK3Designs]

That sounds gorgeous!!! ❤️❤️

[@patriciaoconnor5514]

I wou8ld love to see a picture of it!! Sounds beautiful!!

[@beverlypeterson291]

I love this!! You should make a signature tee shirt that says your tag line “ I could stop here but,,not gonna”! I think it would really sell!

[@RK3Designs]

I know. People tell me that!! I should just do it!!

[@blzafour4]

Very nice! The white marbles are popular.. 👊

[@GinaBeana_Tootsie]

Beautiful piece nice for a powder room 👍🏼💜💕

[@RK3Designs]

I think nap too!

[@cindymarie2475]

This is what I was waiting for!!!! Nice!💕

[@RK3Designs]

Glad you like it 😊😊

[@karenherring3063]

Amazing.

[@kajogole]

amazing

[@kari818]

I'm gonna do this in my bathroom. It needs something very subtle, and this look is perfect! 👌

[@RK3Designs]

Awesome!! Let me know how it turns out!

[@davidhunt5699]

i agree Karen! love it. will be doing our counters this way.

[@dianeryan565]

Love this! Would love to see you add a lie bit of gold veins running thru! 💗

[@teresagriffin]

I’m going to try this with super dark purple veins! Thank you, Rhonda!

[@RK3Designs]

Oh wow, that will be pretty. 👍🏼

[@teresagriffin]

@@RK3Designs I put down a couple of whites then used Purple Mtn for the veins. The color separated to black. I’m going to keep trying till I get it! There is a pic online for Purple Marble. Has very fine lines and softened in various parts. Good look for countertops in a white kitchen....I hope!

[@donnaspeer4073]

I love this .I want to do my counter tops soon

[@RK3Designs]

Awesome!! You'll have fun!!

[@mountainman4410]

Found the recipe for my next job. Thanks again! I have a customer who I think that this is exactly what she is looking for.

[@RK3Designs]

Yeah!!! I’m happy to be able to help 😊😊

[@aarsir1961]

Beautiful work of Art and nice closing comments

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!! 😊😊

[@lovefarmer947]

Girl, I love your hair color!

[@RK3Designs]

Awwww. That’s sweet. Thank you!! 😊

[@lindacraycraft6376]

Love this, exactly what I want! Now I’ll watch it 20 more times before I actually do it’!

[@lindacraycraft6376]

FYI-looks like one I can do without so many cups and steps. Great explanation! Thanks!!!

[@RK3Designs]

Awesome!!! Have fun 😊😊

[@susieb9988]

Amazing!! I would love a white sparkle quartz video! One that seems very realistic. The ones I have seen on you tube seem waaaaay too glittery and fake.

[@andiwhite6035]

A clean quartz for us minimalists please!!!!!!!!

[@AgarRoseDavis]

I do love love love this piece. I have been watshing epoxy youtube video for awhile. Now we just got under contract on little farmhouse that need kitchen renovation. I want to have two tone cabinat so i need beatiful countertop that pretty but not too stand out. It have to compliment kitchen not over kill it. Do you think I can do this style on bigger project? aboout 30 sq feet if included island. Please help me out?

[@adalzurita233]

or just use epoxy paint Disculpe mi Ingles me encantan sus videos

[@codetech5598]

If you were doing a full size kitchen countertop, would you still use the Art Coat instead of the Stone Coat?

[@branncarson7372]

This looks great and what we want. Would you use a bonding primer over 1970's cultured marble, and then paint with white behr primer and paint combo

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!! Absolutely use a bonding primer. I would scuff with a low grit then 2 coats of bonding primer. Let dry overnight and proceed with Behr P&P. 😊

[@melvinalexander7490]

Hi Rhonda! Hope all is well. Your tutorials are awesome to watch. I had a question. I know you do work on these boards and counter tops, but I was wanting to actually customize my haircutting clippers and trimmers. I was wondering, even though epoxy is self leveling, would I be able to apply it to uneven surfaces that are curved or even a cylindrical metal piece? Could I apply the epoxy with a brush and still get the fractures with spray paint and 91% alcohol? I really would like to achieve something similar to the dark granite look on my clippers/trimmers. I was trying to refer to your pumpkin video for guidance for uneven surface. Thanks in advance! Keep up the great work.

[@RK3Designs]

I would have to say that would be pretty difficult due to the fact it wants to self level. However I know many people do it on tumblers. I would research on KZbin and see if you could modify some of those techniques. 😊. Just search Epoxy Tumblers

[@qt4rmkc]

I had already ordered the countertop epoxy from stonecoat prior to watching this video. But I want this color and design on my countertops. Do you think my countertops will still be okay, without the UV art coat epoxy?

[@gardeniagorgeous4232]

Hi Rhonda! I have laminate countertops that just happen to have some texture in them. Very shallow little dips that look like puddles if you will. I’m talkin’ suuuuuper shallow...Will the epoxy be able to self level so I don’t end up with an uneven surface? Thanks for your time! This tutorial is awesome. Will be using your exact formula (hopefully).

[@RK3Designs]

Im going to say by the time you do the color coat and then the flood coat, all the voids will be leveled out 😊.

[@teddysickels1857]

Rhonda, really like the faint fault grain lines and the way your pieces are emulating more of the natural beauty of the real stones. This is more of the look that I'm going for in my walkin shower conversion. However, I'm still struggling with having to do this in the vertical position solely because of the size of the back facing wall and it being to large to fit through the door in 1 piece and having to Bondo over the seam where the 2 pieces will join together to hide the seam. Do you have a schedule of any of your upcoming class events posted anywhere that possibly after my trip out to CA on June 1st-6th where I'm helping a life long friend move back to TX (the 1 I'm converting this bathroom remodel for) that maybe she and I could drive down to attend? We're planning on redo all of the other countertops throughout the house also. Thanks Ted

[@RK3Designs]

Our June class is full. What dates will you be in Texas and what part of Texas? Email me at [e-mail]

[@bjgs265]

Nice

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!!! 😊

[@septembermoments6604]

Hi Rhonda! How did you prep the board?

[@cheri6174]

Rhonda is there a chance of a more clear view of the sparkle or finish. I know it’s hard with the camera but I can’t see anything that you used as far as sparkle. Thanks. Love your work !!

[@RK3Designs]

Your right it’s almost impossible to get good pictures or a video . You can check out my website and see a few still shot photos. www.rk3designs.com/tutorial-supplies/soft-veined-marble

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

That is very pretty and subtle! 😍 Would you say the diamond dust combo gives the marble a quartz look? Would a white spray paint show up as a vein?

[@RK3Designs]

Not really what I would consider a quart. Maybe if you used a little bigger mica flake. The Diamond dust just gives a hint of sparkle.

[@Kreative_Rainbow]

@@RK3Designs Ok Ty! 🥰

[@leannybrito8268]

Hiii should I used the art coat as first coat and them finishing coat of stone coat ? I’m planning to do a white finished in my countertop. I just don’t want the counter to turn yellow. Thank Sharing your amazing videos

[@RK3Designs]

If you’re doing a white finish, I would use Stonecoat Art coat on both the color and floodcoat. 😊

[@baggermansfacilityservices1177]

so you used metallic and normal ral color white and then of course the spray cans is that also a metallic or? Greetings

[@rentme2011]

Is a clear top coat needed?

[@kimhall7005]

Can you use this method with laminate countertops with integrated backsplash? Its beautiful and exactly what I'm looking for.

[@RK3Designs]

You can just remember, whatever design you put on the vertical surface is going to run down. Wait until the epoxy is starting to set up before you put the finish on backsplash or basin.

[@kendrabeavis]

So nervous to try this... You recommend doing a small board before I just go right for my Formica countertops?

[@RK3Designs]

I ALWAYS tell people to do a small sample board to practice. Maybe do a TV tray or small serving tray if you want to keep the sample and use it.

[@raregem3619]

This is gorgeous! I want to give it a shot on my countertop. Do you have a fb group? How would you do this with a back splash

[@RK3Designs]

I do have a Facebook page...RK3 Designs. You wouldn't be able to do this particular finish on a vertical surface. We fabricate our backsplashes, pour them flat and then attach them once they are dry.

[@lizpolasek8489]

Hello Rhonda. In the second pour the white mica powder that you used from SCC is that the same as the metallic powder? Also, would you recommend using an ultimate top coat on this finish or is there a chance that would yellow over time?

[@RK3Designs]

Yes the white mica and metallic powder is the same thing. This piece would look fantastic with the UTC!!i

[@karenmetsker3360]

Great finish! You’ve said that one bottle of white dye does about a gallon of art epoxy. Did you mix the white powder and the diamond dust with art epoxy, too? If the powder and dust are 50/50, how much epoxy do you mix with it? Or is it 50% powder and dust mixed with 50% epoxy? Also, if I’m using matte ultimate top coat do I still need a flood coat? I’m a little confused.

[@RK3Designs]

Hey there. So I took the white dye and tinted the epoxy and I wanted it to still have some metallic undertones. I say about 50/50, but I just actually eyeball the mixture until I get the opacity where I want it. It’s not imperative that the mixture between the white dye and white mica be exact. Yes, you’ll want to do a flood coat foe added durability to your piece if it’s a high traffic piece. If not, and your color coat doesn’t have too many imperfections, you can go direct to the Ultimate Top Coat. I hope that made sense. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you have any other questions. I’d be more than happy to talk with you.

[@allicrittendon5575]

Is the working time shorter with the Art Coat like it is with the Platinum? Or would you say it's similar to the regular Stone Coat? I plan on doing a very subtle design like this but I'd like to know I have plenty of working time, especially on my larger pieces.

[@RK3Designs]

That’s a great question. It’s actually a little bit longer. I worked on a piece for almost 2 hours before. Temperature will make the difference. The warmer the temperature the shorter the work time.

[@carolincaballero1980]

Hi! Great video. Is the epoxy white undercoat enough for a granite countertop or would I need to go in with a bonding primer first ?

[@basketball4324]

go with a binding primer first, its always best especially on smooth surfaces.

[@RK3Designs]

I would definitely go with a good bonding primer so you get good adhesion on your substrate

[@lawlade]

Forgot to ask - how's your leg Rhonda? Thanks for the videos

[@RK3Designs]

Doing awesome!!! Thanks for asking ❤️❤️

[@ditahargrove2804]

I want this for my kitchen with a few subtle touches of a dark gold/bronze color. Any color recommendations?

[@RK3Designs]

I LOVE Rustoleum Dark Copper and Champagne Bronze. Looks awesome together in a vein.

[@ditahargrove2804]

RK3 Designs Thanks so much! My dream kitchen planning is done, the budget is set, and I’m so excited! Now I need some Platinum tutorials to put my mind at ease about the working time.

[@andrewmathieson2239]

If I wanted to do the same thing but instead of using gray spray paint could I use the silver metallic powder epoxy mix? Just mix a little in a cup and pour it out and heat gun it??

[@RK3Designs]

You would get the same effect that you’ll get from the spray paint. But I’m sure it would look great. 👍🏼

[@mbeckwith7514]

Silly question....when you first started this sample, was your test board primed and painted, or did you have an epoxy coat already on it from which you took further?

[@RK3Designs]

Yes it was painted with Behr paint. I let that dry for 24 hours then poured the epoxy. 😊

[@kms1062]

I want to do a plain white countertop, and I'm a bit nervous about the torch. Can you use 91% isopropyl alcohol to disperse bubbles? Would that work? I've never used stone coat.

[@RK3Designs]

If you feel nervous about using a torch, you can get a heat gun that has a high heat setting.

[@jenniferhackett3701]

Did you just prime and then add in your dye? Or did you also have paint the counter ?

[@RK3Designs]

I painted base white then tinted with white dye.

[@mikemalone9896]

Will this hold up for bath vanity and kitchen countertops?

[@RK3Designs]

Absolutely!! We’ve been installing countertops and showers going on 4 years now with Stonecoat Countertop epoxy and it’s so incredibly durable! I’ve seen countertops that were done 10!years ago and they look FABULOUS

[@kaylawaters8593]

If I do this over a darker color laminate countertop, should I paint the countertop with the bonding primer and then a white paint?

[@RK3Designs]

Yes. Anytime I go over a laminate I will use a good bonding primer. 😊

[@Mark32115]

I want to do my bathrm counter this color. Can I get a list of product u used? Did u prime with white? Then used white with epoxy? Diamond dust?

[@RK3Designs]

www.rk3designs.com/tutorial-supplies/soft-veined-marble

[@priscillamakinita6903]

thank you, but can it be used on concrete columns/ pillars?

[@RK3Designs]

It’s not really as easy to apply vertically unless you add a thickener. Then due to the product wanting to run, it’s hard to get a distinct pattern to stay.

[@BradThePitts]

After curing, can this be sanded lightly to cut down the sheen?

[@RK3Designs]

Yes but I would recommend using the Ultimate Top Coat! It’s an amazing product that ads an incredible amount of durability and protection. Comes in a matte and gloss sheen. Available on our website. www.RK3Designs.com

[@kymlyda1244]

Can you please tell me what video shows the instructions for the dark gray board behind you?

[@RK3Designs]

Here’s the technique we used to create that board. The actual board was created in one of our classes so I don’t have a video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/gICWmWSrmLx-ga8

[@sharonmaddock1350]

Can you use any spray paint or do you need a special brand.

[@RK3Designs]

That’s a great question. I’ve had the best of luck with Rustoleum. All the other brands seem to clump up.

[@micky8034]

Can you use a hair dryer on low heat and setting if you have a heat blower or dryer

[@RK3Designs]

Hair dryers typically don’t get hot enough or blow hard enough to move the epoxy. However if you have a strong dryer, it will absolutely work. 😊

[@MC-hd5zf]

You used diamond dust - is that the glitter made of glass or another product? I would really appreciate a video made with countertops that are installed instead of board samples. Like your use of color.

[@RK3Designs]

Diamond Dust is a very fine mica flake that is a bit smaller than glitter.

[@lukesimpson6714]

After you are done creating your color with the first round of epoxy and it dries, do you sand and then finish with a clear coat of Stone Coat Countertop Epoxy? Or are you done after the first round of epoxy?

[@RK3Designs]

I lightly sand and put a flood coat (clear coat). This will cover any imperfections and increase the durability. 😊

[@lukesimpson6714]

@@RK3Designs Thank you!!

[@KingofReels]

Is there a kit you set for countertops?

[@RK3Designs]

We sell all the products on our website www.rk3designs.com/tutorial-supplies/soft-veined-marble I would be happy to custom build you a kit just let know what projects you want to do.

[@cross-eyedcatfishing6952]

Would you put UTC on this finish, and if so which one?

[@RK3Designs]

We put UTC on everything thing now because it doesn’t make sense not to with the amount of added durability and protection it provides. My favorite it the matte finish because to me the matte just makes a piece look more natural. I love the gloss, but the matte just look more realistic.

[@KingofReels]

Do you have a kit for countertops to do this?

[@RK3Designs]

You can purchase the products on our website I used in this video. www.rk3designs.com/tutorial-supplies/soft-veined-marble

[@cheri6174]

Hi. Just found you tonite. Love your hair. This is exactly what I want. Question please I don’t like any any grey. Do you think I could use some thing close to black or charcoal. My cabinets are all white with black knobs. I don’t want any veining. I like what you did before the veins. My kitchen is very country This is real important to me on a personal note. Meaning I really need to do this. Please let me know what you think. Thanks so much. You are so talented.

[@RK3Designs]

I think you could leave the gray out and it would look great! I do that often. 😊😊

[@cheri6174]

@@RK3Designs you are so talented and beautiful. How blessed you are to have talent to bring joy to others. Do you think that white is too boring.? I use a lot of beautiful wood cutting boards to accent the plain white

[@peytonsalehinasab1889]

I have a kitchen table that has granite already on it and there is a small crack in it and it’s a dark granite and I’m wanting to do it lighter how can I prep it with the crack to lighten the granite

[@RK3Designs]

You’ll need to sand and then fill the crack with Bondo. Then prime the entire surface with XIM Bonding primer. 😊

[@Mara-rc6rf]

Crossing fingers you answer. My client wants the Carrara marble effect she doesn't want any sparkle or metallic and wants gray and a tad of light tan also. I think there will be no depth like this. I've made so many sample boards. Any suggestions would be forever appreciated

[@RK3Designs]

Send me your email to [e-mail]

[@maggiedvorak41]

Do you add a topcoat to your countertops?

[@RK3Designs]

We do put a clear flood coat on all of our countertops and 90% of the time we now use the Ultimate Top Coat to give a natural matte finish and unbelievable durability.

[@cheri6174]

Hi Rhonda , just spoke with Jeremy at Stone coat and told him about this video. Wanted you to know he spoke so highly of you and it’s important to pass that along a far as I am concerned. I keep watching this video over and over, still confused. When you used the 50/50 of Diamond dust and mica, how much did the 50/50 total ? Thank you

[@RK3Designs]

Everyone at Stonecoat is so amazing!! I just love them!! I guess that’s really not what I meant to say was 50-50. I actually just eyeball it. It really depends on how much of the sparkles or bling you want to be able to see. If you really want the diamond dust to stand out, you could load quite a bit into the white dye. If you want just a hint, then just put a small amount. I would not exceed 10% by volume into your mixture. I hope that made sense. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions and I can walk you through it. Our new number is [phone] 😊

[@cheri6174]

@@RK3Designs thank you. Is this a land line or cell phone? Is there anyway I can email you with something I want to share with you. It’s too private to post

[@RK3Designs]

@@cheri6174 it’s a cell.

[@tmbachman]

How do you decide how much epoxy to mix up for each pour?

[@RK3Designs]

I measure the square footage. I use 3 oz per sq foot on most of my finishes. There are some techniques that do require more per square foot. 😊

[@MsGrazhopper]

I am doing this on an 8x5 ft kitchen island. I know how many Art Coat gallons but how do I know how much Mica powder and Diamond dust packets to use to get the exact same look. This is beautiful! I’m obsessed with your videos.

[@denicerheeder4205]

why didn't you chop it before adding the stone gray?

[@RK3Designs]

Most of the time if I use my hands, I seldom will chop. My hands produce less bubbles and I really like to feel the epoxy 😊

[@maggiedvorak41]

Is there a link to directions/products used?

[@RK3Designs]

Here ya go. It’s on my website www.rk3designs.com/tutorial-supplies/soft-veined-marble

[@maggiedvorak41]

Thank you!!

[@adalzurita233]

I m from Mexico can i use any kind of paints ??

[@khayum009]

U can use acrylic colours if u want..

[@RK3Designs]

You'll want to be very careful using acrylic additives to epoxy. If you add too much it will cause the epoxy to gum up. I mostly use additives made for epoxy. Check out www.stonecoatcountertops.com They have many additives to choose from.

[@maggiedvorak41]

How much alumilite dye do you add? Ratio?

[@RK3Designs]

I sort of eyeball 😂. Depending on the opaqueness I’m looking for. For reference, 1 bottle of dye will tint a little over a gallon of epoxy.

[@maggiedvorak41]

Thank you!

[@RK3Designs]

😊

[@cmiller88581]

I’ll quote Kenny for you... get your edges!

[@RK3Designs]

😂😂😂

[@adalzurita233]

water or oil based

[@khayum009]

They are epoxy pigments..

[@zoranstamenkovic7597]

Interesting technique. Nice job but it would help if you had an actual piece of Carrara (pronounced Car-rah-rah) marble in front of you to see how the real veins spread. They typically do not look like tree branches.

[@beckyhunter863]

The veins are too linear and exact. Sorry doesnt look lik e marble.

[@RK3Designs]

Thanks for taking the time to leave feedback. 👍🏼

[@heyaj7974]

Total waste of time 😂