Creating Faux Marble With Paint! | Amy Howard At Home

How To Friday: Creating Carrara Marble with One Step Paint! This is the perfect finish for countertops, furniture, and walls.
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[@angelabennett5367]

Here in 2024. Thank you so very much for this detailed, step by step process explaining the key parts of a faux marble finish and what tools and techniques to use. Your explanation makes so much more sense than the other videos I have seen. ❤🌹

[@amyhowardathome]

Hey there! Thank you for watching!

[@elainerobertson7329]

It means so much for people to show their love during times of loss. My Mom has been gone 6 years; I miss her everyday. Grief is hard..take care of yourself. Thank you for your video.

[@amyhowardathome]

Hugs from the Amy Howard Team!! Thank you for watching!

[@spinderella3602]

I really love your enthusiastic teaching style. You also have a very warm and tender heart. Thank you.

[@kellyg2078]

Beautiful!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you!

[@chevydude658]

This video came at a perfect time for me. I was caregiver for both parents. My mom was last to pass almost three years ago and I have been really grieving these last few weeks. Really for the first time because I've been so busy. I came because I am really interested in faux and custom finishes. When you started talking about your mom passing it was like God reminding me he knows where I am and what I'm going through. My father was a Church of God pastor. And when you mentioned TN it was another nudge. I am so grateful. I laughed and cried. You showed me that you're a real person thats passionate about what you do and it really encouraged me. God bless you. I'm heading to Ace Hardware tomorrow for my products. I am really excited. I felt the shell crack tonight and I feel like I can make it. Thanks for being so sweet and vulnerable. It really made the difference for me. I will be praying for your Pops.

[@shellyreinstein7096]

Sending love, healing, and creative inspiration from Oregon. Thank you for being real.💗💗💗

[@shinylittlepeople]

I just lost my mom also too soon in February and the days are very up and down… it’s such a huge loss. Thank you for doing this even throughout your grieving process. ❤

[@ablitaac69]

And so sorry for your loss Mother. But, she watch all the teaching and the good things you do for people. 😘

[@brittanybeadling9276]

My Great Great Grandmother is THE Carrara Marble!!! This is pretty awesome that you can create the original family look! ♡

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@susiehenkel2653]

I tried this technique on a scrap of linoleum this weekend and it turned out great. On to the kitchen counters! Thanks for the step by step tutorial, you were easy to follow and encouraging.

[@amyhowardathome]

You are so welcome!

[@ThePeninsula.J]

I have been looking for a job that can work at home which I like to do. Finally! I found it. Thank you very much for your inspiration!! I love your technique. It's amazing!!.

[@amyhowardathome]

You got this!

[@sandralasley7880]

I just used your technique and it's WONDERFUL. I didn't do the veining because I didn't have a feather and am quarantined right now, plus I was a bit afraid to ruin the whole piece that already looked so pretty. Thank you for making a boring time more fun! I do sell pieces here and there and painting really relaxes me. To a point. So many times at the end, I say "Why don't I..." and RUIN it. LOL. Oh, well. Start again.

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad it was helpful!

[@louiselyon3849]

Thanks so much Amy for this wonderful tutorial - you're a very talented artist. Sending love on the loss of your beloved Mom xx

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@peteyc1705]

Thank you Amy. We used your glaze and your technique to do our counter tops and they came out amazing. Def a 3D real look. We added 2 coats epoxy and it looks like marble! Thank you.

[@Fefe559]

which brand of epoxy may I ask? i am stumped at the next stage... epoxy? or some kind of sealer?

[@peteyc1705]

@@Fefe559 I used Giani countertop kit. I combined their paints with Amy glaze to create marble look. The Giani kit has 2 cans of unmixed epoxy which work perfectly.

[@Fefe559]

@@peteyc1705 but doesnt epoxy yellow? I did not use a kit as I am a artist and have so many paints... but I did use really good base colours, paint that is moisture resistant and nothing can bleed through, but its most white counter tops, the veins I did very light and soft with some warm gold tones in the veins. I just have no idea which product to use to seal my painting so it looks hard and a light sheen like stone. non yellowing. who knows. everyone does their veins in the epoxy and I dont like that look as much plus I needed more than a hour work time to make them look 100% real.

[@talkingdonkey1817]

Ha! This is totally cool! Thank you for sharing some wisdom. You are an excellent instructor. Cheers from New England 😁

[@talkingdonkey1817]

…best tip: “do not run out and grab turkeys”. 😂

[@claudiabudavich3436]

So sorry for the loss of your mom 😢she is in heaven with Jesus and watching over you love you and praying 🙏🏻 for you ❤️

[@acechristoper5237]

You’re amazing! I own my own cabinet refinishing company, we create custom glazed cabinets and I’m going to try this for a customer. We will spray a high gloss polyurethane coating over top of it! Thank you so much

[@amyhowardathome]

Go for it!

[@shonthedivinediva8462]

How did it turn out?

[@Kygrl8]

aww Im so sorry for ur loss... :-(

[@hattieclark1784]

I am so sorry for you and your family loss.May my prayer and others 🙏 ❤️ prayers 🙏 is God's strength and blessings on your family 👪 🙏 ❤️

[@laceydanielle2005]

Thanks for the tutorial! Liked & subscribed. ♡

[@amyhowardathome]

Thanks for subbing!

[@igorbt6706]

Thank you for sharing your art.

[@amyhowardathome]

My pleasure 😊

[@adchar5773]

Watching from brooklyn ny.

[@jayestovallakintonde8356]

Sorry for your loss.

[@necoragha65]

Summary: 7:31 foam roll two coats of white 12:26 hit drag diagonally in one direction with natural sea wool sponge light grey scumble (1 part glazing liquid + 1 part light grey + 1 part water), you do not want to see the tool or the size of the tool 13:32 soften into negative space with lintfree rag 16:40 dab with sea sponge dark grey scumble (1 part glazing liquid + 1 part dark grey + 1 part water), leaving open spaces 17:40 blend the edges with rag 21:14 sponge brush white scumble (1 part white + 1 part glaze + 1 part water) 22:28 dab randomly (not from left to right) with lintfree rag to create organic stone look 26:59 draw veins with dark scumble (3 part water + 1 part glaze + 1 part dark paint) with turkey feather. Laying down and lifting up feather, no snake action 30:28 dab veins with chipping brush to make them less pronounced 31:15 when dry, sponge brush white scumble and dab with rag

[@priscillamakinita6903]

May your soul continue to be nourished🙏Awesome! Can this be done on a round pillar?

[@suetucker9264]

So sorry. I lost my nom last February, so I understand your pain, Sweetie. ❤

[@amyhowardathome]

I am so sorry to hear that.

[@taylorvancleave-fn3jy]

WOW!!! I am so glad I found you. I have an artist friend, in Las Vegas, who can match any marble or stone, and he uses this technique for the most part. Sad thing, I lost contact with him, but like you said, if you can master this with the layers, you can do so many other colors and ways. I myself work with epoxy, mostly doing countertops, tabletops and now starting in on shower surrounds and feature walls. I wanted to mimic this certain piece of stone, and have had the hardest time in doing it. Thank you for your kindness in sharing all your artistic skills and knowledge with the rest of us. I am now going to stalk all your videos and then go and play and put it to work. One question, could you take your turkey feature and put two different colors on it? I am trying to get the effect of about a 1 inch tube like vein, with spaces and different shades (such as yours), ever so lightly of the same color in it (I wish I could show you a picture). Thanks again, for sharing so much of you with us, I thoroughly just loved this.

[@taylorvancleave-fn3jy]

I have elderly parents, that are in there 90's, we live in different states, however for the last few years, I have had the privilege of staying with them to help take care of things. They still live on the Dairy Farm, even though it is no longer a working farm, there is alot to keeping the place up, along with all the day to day things. I treasure my parents as well, and feel I am so fortunate to still have them, they think all I do is work, I say "I am the lucky one that gets to spend all the time with them." I am so sorry for your heartache, I know that will come one day, and I just cant imagine the day without either one of them, but I am not going to dwell on that day...and enjoy today. Thank you for sharing your heart with us.

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much for your support!😊

[@savethedolphinsEgM]

Sending love from san diego.

[@amyhowardathome]

Hi there!!!

[@rebeccafalletta8942]

Love this technique. Will use to paint my vinyl floor, any suggestions on how to repair - fill in a hole in the rug

[@tenkate-bk3ge]

Lengthen open time = work time Negative space = no paint Negative tool = use dry side of rag Ballet white = white Good man is hard to find = light grey Lux grey = dark grey Scumble = watery paint Organically = random dabbing Sheer = even more watery paint Offload = dab paint off your brush

[@Dawns_Creative_Carousel]

good man is hard to find is dark grey, Lux is light gray! Thanks for the definitions though ❤

[@8500998]

I just want to say thank you for posting and sharing this. I’m a muralist, but all my sample attempts were second rate. I tried your sure fire method, and did 3 great columns for an exterior Victorian job in San Francisco. Now I’m going my kitchen wall. Anyway, thank you so much for sharing your wisdom with the world.

[@Dawns_Creative_Carousel]

Omg!!! This is amazing!!! How awesome a KZbin tutorial would impact your career in such a positive way! Her technique is BEAUTIFUL!!!

[@j.chance1505]

5:58 Firstly, my sympathies for ur loss; I too lost my parents recently, the pain subsides, the sense of loss remains. I so enjoyed ur video on “KZbin”. I’m just starting to refurbish furniture. I watched numerous vids for beginners, although I’m familiar with working with furniture…anyway I’m interested in a “black base” marble “look” with a gold blend rather than the white. Thoughts? J. Chance

[@joygross]

My first time here! So excited! I’m so sorry about your momma. I lost mine almost 12 years ago and it was a shock to all of us. It is very hard to lose a parent. Be kind to yourself.. don’t let anyone tell you how to grieve. Everyone grieves differently and you take as long as you need. ❤️🙏🏼

[@lannabelle]

Just tried this technique on my kitchen counters. 10/10 would recommend. I used a few colors of inexpensive acrylic paint (79cents per bottle) and mod podge instead of glazing medium. The ratios remained the same, and the white wash step really does add dimension. I ended up doing 2 more white washes at the end because I wanted a very white counter, and then a layer of iridescent pain and some mica flakes on top. Now to spend the next week applying layers of sealer to make it extra glossy! lol

[@amyhowardathome]

Fantastic, Annabelle! We're so glad you enjoyed the technique.

[@getreadytogetrich]

Hey Iannabelle, I like the idea of using mod podge. How did that turn out? Also what did you use as your sealer? Thanks!

[@kristisobczak482]

Did you happen to do a video on how you did yours? I have watched many faux marble video's and this technique is hands down the Best!!

[@Fefe559]

I have completed painting and veins looks great, but now what? I am not sure about epoxy... ? how do I seal ? non yellowig? little bit of shine to make it look like real stone what do you recommend to seal it and non yellowing protective layer?

[@laurallanes1900]

Wow best class ever in how to do this I'll try it with my children over the weekend on some small projects. And this lady vibe is amazing ❤

[@JulieMClark]

So sorry to hear about your mom. The moss i know first hand from living in Louisiana for years and its.horrible! 😆 that's funny

[@iliveintimbuktoo]

Wow, just stumbled across your video looking for faux marble diy and you’re a sweety with a beautiful heart. I’m so uplifted by your intro. Thank you 💖💖💖

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@reginaanderson9379]

I’m so excited to come across this tutorial! I’m moving into a new house next week and can not wait to try this!!❤️ I’m so very sorry for your loss. Our parents are jewels and we miss them dearly. However, remember the true legacy to our parents is the adults they have created with us. Stay brave, pass on the kindness, my friend ❤️

[@heidiwright9373]

What is meant by "hit-drag"? Beautiful work and I'm sorry for your loss.

[@sarahfritz7403]

Let me just say.. YESSSSS! Thank goodness finally someone gets it. Sure you can dump paint and all kinds of chemicals but it doesn’t quite get the “made over thousand years” look! You get it. The sandwich or double Oreo analogy is perfect. And usually I have anxiety watching a lot of these videos about halfway thru and yeah they turn out ok in the end but it’s never quite right. This is the closest I’ve seen. Great job 👍

[@lenoralampkin5141]

Amy, thank you for your response. I think I will only have a few lines in special places. I like the way you prepared the wall it looks so natural. I have a wet side and dry. I am sure I need to seal my work when finished. Can you suggest one for me. Again thank you so much. I really thought I wouldn't get a reply. You are the bomb!!!

[@lenoralampkin5141]

Amy, thank you for your reply. I think I can do this small bathroom myself. I have looked at several videos but yours was the one. Can you suggest a sealer for my wall when finished?

[@babyidontlikeyou]

Came for a tutorial and teared up with you 🥺

[@lizo3064]

Same!!💔

[@lolainma3218]

Hi Amy… I want to cover this ugly laminated countertop in my small studio kitchenette. I understand I need the 3 colors and glazing liquid… but what sealer would you recommend for the best durability and finish? Thank you again. I love watching and listening to you. (And Gene) ❤

[@amyhowardathome]

You can use a water clear, oil based poly :)

[@your.beautiful.mind.now.]

I just stumbled on to this channel looking to diy decorate my new home, and by the end of this all I want to do is send you virtual hugs and prayers! Losing the Matriarch is NEVER easy, but she lives in you and she will continue her life through you as long as you never give up. I cannot imagine losing my mother. Bless your heart that you have found the strength to meet us here to continue teaching us how to create these beautiful works of art. Thank you for sharing your gift. My sincere prayers to you and your family during such a hard time, no matter how long or how short it's been since you've made this video. ❤ God bless you and be with you!

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so very much

[@lynettemasztakowski4456]

Just tuned into your channel today. Moving and going to have a whole new look in the new place and your instruction is going to be a big part of it! Hope to make my round black breakfast table top look like marble. Now to choose the base of the table color... I know its been over a year, but my condolences about your Mom. I know how you feel. Hugs!

[@gabytica6254]

Wow this is amazing and very beautiful. You inspired me to my next project 🙌🏼👏🏻🙋🏻‍♀️ thank you!

[@TheValerieMillerShow]

With sincere condolences and smooches to you and your family, especially your Dad for the passing of your Mom! Love & Hugs dah'ling sparrow! Your sister in Christ.

[@Overly_nourished_entity]

This came out beautiful! This is one of the few realistic results I’ve seen on KZbin.

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@ibaber]

yeah I agree with you. Other videos just show how to make the veins and do not speak about layering colors like this

[@7yellowtulipxddds1fr]

You're amazing! I'm kicking myself for replacing my green formica with faux marble formica! The countertop was good.. it just needed PAINT. I'm going to give this a try. All I have is cabinet paint with a long dry time (recoat recommended after 16 hours). Would you suggest skipping the glaze and doing half/half paint and water? Much love from Edmonton, Canada!🍁🦫

[@amyhowardathome]

We recommend the Glaze but the 1:1 Ratio Paint would also work.

[@gypsylee5821]

I've watched several marbling videos tonight and you are the best teacher. You really gave me confidence that I can actually do this myself. Thank you so very much!!!

[@amyhowardathome]

So happy to hear this! Thank you! 😊

[@davinadixon5860]

I’m so sorry for your loss.

[@DonnaPedigo]

I just watched your video, and I am inspired to start on my project. I do have one question. Does the last glazing seal the layers or if you are going to use this method on a bathroom or kitchen countertop is there something else that would need to be done.

[@amyhowardathome]

I'd recommend using a waterrproof sealer!

[@vickibranham3026]

Charlottesville, Virginia

[@ruthie434]

I just found this video and am very excited to try this technique. Who knew all these had a bunch of cool names? Scumble???? Love it! Thanks for sharing your knowledge with us. Condolences on your loss, I know how hard it is to lose someone who means so much. It changes a person, this thing called grief. Love and hugs to you. They say time heals all wounds, but I feel it does not. Life becomes different, we may get closure, but the scar is always there.❤

[@MarilynLaguma]

Absolutely LOVED your video. Watched from Cape Town, South Africa!! Video was very informative, creative and the end product absolutely STUNNING! Thank you so much for sharing :-)

[@Donna-vh5ym]

God bless your heart...I lost my 20 year old son. He was murdered while changing a flat tire. For me the grief NEVER really ends. I'm happy you brought this beautiful process to us all. This keeps my mind off things. Thank you again. A huge dose of love and a huge hug coming your way...❤❤❤ Edit: I can't wait to do this. And yes, your mom IS proud of you.

[@amymoore0316]

Thank you so much for teaching your technique!! You are a wonderful teacher because I feel like I can actually do this and do it well. I'm so excited to get started!!

[@amyhowardathome]

You can do it!

[@kimbarnes2396]

Bless your heart! My condolences and prayers for you and your family. Thank you for caring and sharing your gifts. God bless you!

[@nancyphillips6446]

Blessings on you and your dad during this time. I am going to be recreating this technique in our master on the tray ceiling. So thank you for sharing the details of your process.

[@tppgcltd5826]

Such a beautiful lady inside and out. Great work and thanks for showing it in such a simple manner. After years of construction work in various trades and surface treatments ( paint, texture, wallpaper, etc. ) my preferred areas are carpentry and faux finishes and this work can marry the two. You make it look easier than it actually is; without an artistic inclination to know when and how to connect the components one will always struggle to make it look natural. It definitely is not a paint by numbers task. I'll subscribe and search for more of your videos

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much!

[@ST-jw1uq]

This was soo helpful. I am going to do this on my bathroom floor. Your video really explained it so well. I can’t wait to get started.

[@amyhowardathome]

I'm glad to hear that!

[@leaharaee]

Thank you for this video!! Finally found this after so many videos of very fake looking marble. Your amazing at what you do!!!

[@amyhowardathome]

That's fantastic to hear!

[@djvanhorn]

Is there a substitute white for bali white? How about sub for a good man is hard to find?

[@deirdremoniquemellaninncom8729]

Beautifully done! You go girl!!! Skillzzz 🙌🏽

[@rebeccacantrell289]

We love you Amy. I'll show my marble project soon.

[@G-P-E-N]

Absolutely AWESOME!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Question: can you roll cookie dough (or any other dough, for that matter) safely on a countertop that has been thusly treated? Thank you!

[@ShannonGibsonArtDesigns]

I love this simplistic method. I'm a fluid artist, and I pour marble designs? but I might try your technique on a large surface. Thanks for sharing! ➡️🙂

[@amyhowardathome]

Go for it!

[@misterunserious7265]

Excuisite

[@conniestewart4029]

can you use this process on corian countertops

[@rhondajones4007]

Awe…. So sorry about your mom, so heartbreaking 💔 I pray you can find some kind of peace. Love your DIY.😊

[@furnitureart_]

Indeed, it is a wonderful work. I have learned and benefited a lot from you, and I intend in the coming days to do this thing and practice it because it is truly enjoyable and brilliantly attractive work.

[@elainesipes4956]

Elaine from Florida Hi! So glad I found you! I'm painting my kitchen cabinets and wanted to do marble countertops. Your's is the very best video I've seen! Perfect timing. Life will be different without Mom but just talk to her when you need to. It does get better!

[@cassandrasuzannelalonde4758]

We are very lucky to live in Tennessee. I am so sorry to learn of your loss. I lost muy mother while still a teenager. No matter what the age, a parent is life altering. As I hospice nurse, I always my family's that from the second we are born we start the process of life to death. May God hold you in his arms and give you comfort. Cassandra

[@gwenarcher8223]

Love your work! The story of the Spanish moss and cattails made me laugh, as well as leak some tears at the same time. Really creative! God Bless Krum, Texas

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@Volgogrado4ka]

Hello, dear Amy. I'am Marina from Russia. Prayers and Blessings for you and your family.Thank you for all your pertect lessons! Kiss!

[@sherriefarris2863]

I found this one today. I'm so sorry for the loss of your mother. Praying for you and your family. Regarding this process, I have an old armoire of my daughters that we are painting (French Blue). I thought about buying a piece of real marble to turn it into a coffee bar. But after seeing you do this, I believe I will but a piece of masonite board and create a faux marble instead!!!! Thank you for filming this. You're such a blessing. #madforcattails

[@junkbirddesign8979]

Best faux marble tutorial we've found on KZbin! 👌👌👌👌👌👌👌👌

[@amyhowardathome]

Glad it was helpful!

[@gathercreatelivewithleslie8340]

Stunning, the thumbs down must have been from people that didn't watch the whole video! This is definitely the best I have seen. I've done something similar in my bathroom, but I may re-do it after seeing this. This technique is amazing. You Are a true artist. I've watched tons of people and have to say, this is the first time I have truly been impressed.

[@shis400]

Hi Amy Love your videos, you do a great job explaining the processes, could you tell me how to paint on a round table top? U talk about left to right but with a round surface how would you do this ? Any advice would be great thank you , coming to you from AUSTRALIA 🦘

[@lisamcnally1405]

Question for you. My counter top looks great with the 2 scrumbles. When I went to white wash it, all the paint layers came up. Any advice would be grateful. Maybe they were not dry enough? THank you! This video was exceptional!

[@josephrodriguez8718]

Do you also have a two different color mam?

[@teresahiggins7163]

Hi Amy my white marble look counter came out nicely. However, I was surprised that it stains with coffee, tea and mustard! I used minwax water based polyurethane on top. Is there another product that won't stain?

[@Dawns_Creative_Carousel]

I just discovered your products! I’m so excited, I currently make my own chalk paint or buy diy brand ❤

[@davidarkwell2713]

Hi Amy I'm in small town called Havant in Hampshire England

[@tinamcelyea5972]

I'm not a fan of the darker colors, so I assume I could use less of the dark colors or more of the white? How does this hold up? I'm looking at doing this technique on my butcher block.

[@robertomayorga2309]

Muy elegante la doña, debió haber sido muy preciosa en su juventud.

[@TheBottemLine]

This is great lol seriously helpful and very informative love your use of vocab words to lol

[@roseunderwood2708]

Your marble painting looked so much like Actual marble and you seem like such a dear God bless honey I keep ups beautiful paintings you do

[@markf226]

Hi from South Africa.. Need all the tutoring I can get. Thankd=s

[@shelleyadipietro5143]

I was directed towards your video and the turkey feather is how I knew I had to correct video. I am sorry for you loss, I lost my mom and I can empathize with you. I will be doing this on my countertops.

[@emailformosa]

You’re cool. Thank you.

[@charismalyn]

Thanks!!!! Gonna do this with some gold-colored paint!

[@marciagary1]

Amy I am new to your blog and I have gotten so touched by your words and I do have to say that I am so sorry for your loss. Time will help mourning and healing. I have lost my husband, mom, and dad 11 years ago and in the same year...all my strength and life were gone at that time. With my loss, I have found that life can be beautiful again because of the memories we can embrace from the loved ones that are not with us physically but in our hearts! I wish from the bottom of my heart that the love and memories of your beloved mom will fullfill your sadness and help you to go on. I am using the art to brighten my days and learning techniques with you! ---@

[@amyhowardathome]

Thank you so much

[@revibedtreasures]

I am so happy to stumble upon your video. How ironic that I lost my mother one week ago today. The pain is still raw and I was touched by your words. I guess it was meant to be. Well- you have a new follower. I love your instruction. 💛TY

[@amyhowardathome]

Sending you love.

[@lenoralampkin5141]

Hello Amy, I am doing my bathroom walls. Do I need to use a regular primer to cover my existing pattern and then your paint

[@frankm.6498]

You are a wonderful person. You've made my day. Thank you.

[@kathymelgoza360]

If you don’t like the looks maybe want some more dark stumble and you already did the white wash can you add more and white wash over again

[@williamprezioso2742]

I hope you get that booger out of the white paint before you proceed I’m sorry I’m a forty year painter and can’t help myself LOL

[@lketch8657]

I know this is an older video but I am about to use this technique. I am hoping someone can tell me what the sealer is and what the wax is? I have no idea what to buy? I have also seen another video that only used wax and did not apply a sealer first. Is the sealer necessary?

[@Grandmascookies10]

Everything is backwards, I cant read any of the labels.

[@jccanada9931]

This is great but can't do it on my kitchen floor because there are about 120 tiles and nobody would be able to use the kitchen

[@petuniaflowers8606]

can you do it on tiles

[@amyhowardathome]

Yes, you can!