HOW TO - Epoxy TIPS & TRICKS - Countertop Epoxy - Epoxy Ocean Look - Dirty Pour Epoxy

In this video, we show you how to do a ton of epoxy tips and tricks to make your life easier when pouring epoxy. In the end, you see a beautiful epoxy ocean look we did using the dirty pour effect.
We will cover some tips on mixing, vertical edges, evenly spreading the epoxy across your countertop surface and showing a dirty pour with the epoxy!
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[@claytonrealist8868]

That man is what I consider an artist. He uses technique and a plan to create a beautiful end product.

[@orlandoexporters949]

You are such a great teacher. This is my first exposure to epoxy and I'm sold. I'll call you guys on Monday.

[@matthewrose8976]

Thank you for your explanation on the edges! This is the best explanation I've seen, yet for getting the surface and edges even and smooth!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Awesome! Thank you!

[@willnotburn]

Thank you for spending the time to explain the edges. Nobody else does that.

[@theamadorview2733]

You are an excellent teacher. I love all the commentary. The more the better.

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you.

[@matthewhall9692]

Great tips on the application and behavior of epoxy. That is the type of knowledge you only get by much experience, great work.

[@mowaterfowl1479]

I've built two fiberglass boats using epoxy, but the part of pouring hardener first never occurred to me. Thanks for the pro-tip!

[@togetherbestselvesacegreen5406]

What is the mix in the spray bottle, and what do you use for your top coat? Also how long did you wait after blue coat pour before adddkng in dirty pour?

[@johnt9609]

The god damn epoxy whisperer here, made it look too damn easy. Very talented my friend, thanks for the video.

[@eiriklade93]

So glad i found this channel. Great explaining and demonstrating!

[@tuschki78]

Thank you for sharing you knowledge with us! I’m so glad I found your KZbin channel. 😁

[@CountertopEpoxy]

You're welcome! Thank you for watching. :)

[@neohope]

Great video! Thanks!!

[@DoBeLove]

Thank you for all of the tips, I learned a couple more things from your video.

[@mariaemedinadiaz]

It looks beautiful great 👍 job thank you 🙏 for this wonderful do it yourself project

[@bayvillagebug]

Questions : should you warm the products in separate baths so it pours easier? Do you not do a first thin layer pour? What is the time wait between the first pour and the second pour? Can you pour the 1st pour and a week later do the second pour ( only because I ordered more product. I have a 19 square foot bar top I'm doing . I ordered 1/2 gal of resin and 1/2 gal of gardener. Found out I'll need twice that so I ordered it again. Is that right? Also should I do one big pour like you co or because I haven't done it before do smaller batches? What causes overheating of the product? Can you mix too much? What's the workable time ? You make it look easy, but is it?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Answers: No you don't need to warm the product up to pour. We do recommend doing a thin layer/skim coat first if going over a porous surface, to seal it. (ex: wood, concrete) You'll want to wait until the first layer has cured to a useable hardness before going in with another, 12-24 hours. You can pour a week later, but you'll want to then sand the surface a bit to get proper adhesion with the second pour. For 19 sq ft surface we recommend 1 gallon of our product, (1 gal - 20 sq ft coverage) if doing 2 coats/pours, you'll need 2 gallons. We do recommend doing one big pour, the entirety of the surface at once so you have a nice flush surface. Overheating of the product happens when you have too much concentrated product in one area. Our Premium Countertop Epoxy can only be poured 1/8 inch at a time. Overheating can also occur if left in the mixing bucket before application for a long period of time. We recommend mixing 2 - 4 (max) gallons at one time. Mixing larger quantities can cause overheating. The workable time is 40-45 minutes if working in appropriate work space temperature. (70-75 degrees) The process is simple yes! We do recommend definitely doing a couple sample pieces if you have never worked with epoxy before, so you can gain a better understanding and know how to work the product before a large pour. :) You can always call into our office 970.639.9338 or send an email to [e-mail] if you have any questions at all, even during the process, or if want to speak directly with someone, we are more then happy to help answer them for you. Thank you!

[@chelseagareau6771]

Thank you so much I’m about to try the surface tension edge thing because I constantly have to heat and scrape those little bubbles off the bottom edges and it sometimes cracks the epoxy that’s on the sides with it. I’m still a beginner and tried tape but that gets stuck too. this is a really helpful video I hope it works I’ll be back to comment again.

[@saultorres7221]

This truly cool

[@michealkinney6205]

Am I the only person that found the initial blue looked amazing and was slightly disappointed when that wasn't the finished product? Great video though, thanks.

[@DonaldMelton]

no you're not the only one . dam i loved that blue

[@Irvingsalem]

looks very pretty , but would like to see how you do this to an existing bathroom counter that is not open on every side but enclosed by wall tile along each end and one long side......

[@codyhammond9465]

I want to see more of your videos where can i watch more of yours??

[@LunaLaLove33]

What is in the spray bottles? What kind of colors? Alcohol inks?!? Great tips, thank you!!!!

[@kaseycentanni753]

Amazing video...longer videos are much better. Please do more on glitters and colors you offer and how to use them in residential settings. Also I would love to see you guys use the epoxy over other materials other than the MDF

[@bayvillagebug]

Kasey Centanni question: I've seen videos using art resin. Same thing?

[@billbertinot]

What is the roller nap you are using? Thank you for the great information on spreading it!

[@flutetubamorg]

Hey what do you think of using a notched trowel to spread the epoxy? Would that be of any use or just stick with a roller?

[@evitaduran9164]

Wow. So beautiful!

[@loidaloida4450]

OMG 😮 awesome 👏🏻 👏🏻👏🏻

[@wayne1959]

Awesome Work Man..Gee I wish we could source cost effective Epoxies and Resins in Country Australia..That top would easy stretch to 500 bucks in epoxy where I am..

[@dozog]

The way they just throw out half a bucket of the stuff to "start outside the workpiece".... And let about 100dollars of the stuff run off the edges... LoL It's a confidence game. It's worth considering if you know you can make it look that great.

[@diastoleny]

Awesome tutorial!!!! Thanks

[@melissamunsterman534]

Absolutely beautiful work. I work with epoxy resin for art so I know a little about what your doing. I’m fairly new to the method and have never done a large piece. We have counter tops to replace and I would love to try method. My question is do you get pits or dust with your product ? How durable is it for normal wear and tear vs granite ect. The resin I’ve used is Art resin and crystal clear. Is the product you sell more durable than these for scratches. Where are you located and how much are your classes

[@elpunhs]

Trully a Nice work, may I ask wich colours you used for the dirty pour and sprayed at the end of the video. Best regards

[@johnraines74]

Those cops turned out totally awesome I love the technique and the way you explained it you're very smart man

[@willhernandez6753]

Wow im a beginner and that was amazing work, I'm a little confused as to what you did there at the end with the spreading of the colors since it was in fastplay.

[@teamlappan4801]

Please explain what you did in fast forward part of the video to make the final product. I have a bar top I want to do just like this. Thanks Richard in Florida

[@tonio909]

As usual incredible work! Do you think I can tint a small amount of epoxy with acrylic paint? I need to fill some small voids in a wood slab I have with no local access to resin tint.

[@martyjacobs1845]

Amazing video, What type of roller do you use?

[@drjeniusqwaq6502]

Thank you. I learned something.

[@easter815]

Its a beuty.... please explain what you did at 5:36. Also, Did you used epoxy mixed paint in the spray bottle ?

[@michelleatkins2847]

This looks like some counter tops at the La Hacienda Mexican Restaurant in Moab UT. Their beautiful!!!!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes! These are exactly those countertops! ;)

[@ozgulletasarlaboya]

@@CountertopEpoxy good❤ What was in the spray bottle?

[@nydatapc]

Thank you for the great how to video. I don't know if somebody asked or not - what wood surface should i use? Any restrictions, recommendations?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Hey! Typically we recommend MDF as a substrate!

[@atme365]

I've watched a lot of these in prep for finishing a table of my own and yours was by far the best. I loved your explanations, even spreading the material and letting it do the work (which ive seen so many people do, but no one has said why). One question though, what do you do about the drips coming off the table afterwards? Or is there another video that addresses this? THANK YOU :)

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you so much! We really appreciate those kind words. For the drips, we recommend about 2 hours into the product setting up, you can come back with a putty knife and scrap the drips off the edge. After cure, you can go back and sand the drips down. Levi touches on the subject of drips for a split moment in this video here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iHLPeJl4op6kZs0&lc=Ugxh8eJ5RA6zQ1l7wXN4AaABAg Let us know how else we can help!

[@bayvillagebug]

at me yes. I want to know that, too. Do you just take your finger and go across?

[@aliciadekker2109]

@@CountertopEpoxy What is it that you are spraying on? I am assuming alcohol and?????

[@rickkroening5282]

What would be the best way to apply epoxy to a car hood (carbon fiber)? There surface is pitched down on both sides.

[@DanielSilva-ko8zm]

I'm Looking to do my countertops at home using epoxy. How long do you torch it for? And about how close? Looks like a few inches away...

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Hi Daniel! You just want to go over the surface for a couple of seconds for each area your doing it so you don't burn the epoxy. You'll want the flame touching the epoxy. If you're going over white we recommend just using 91%isopropyl alcohol!

[@DanielSilva-ko8zm]

Thanks for the feedback!!

[@QEAREMR7]

Ur style is great

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you!

[@elmejoractordemexico]

Amazing job!! Wish you lived in Rio de Janeiro so I could high your service!!

[@karinegrimm]

ElMejorActorDeMexico Oi, eu faço alguns trabalhos com resina. Se quiser dar uma olhada no meu instagram @arttonial. Envio para o RJ. Obrigada

[@nycqt1563]

1st time seeing this product i am looking at all options for epoxy for my countertops. How do you work around the sink and do the counter backsplash. What us the curing time to use the countertops

[@americansweetheart5597]

nycqt 15 The best way would be to temporarily remove your sink. You might be able to just lift your sink a little without undoing the plumbing. It just depends on how your sink is attached to your counters. Or just mask around the sink.

[@ZandPyr]

Amazing.

[@raywright2401]

Looking to clear coat epoxy some dining room table legs to to match tabletop. However the sides of the legs have distress gouges in them to match the tabletop (prior to epoxy) so not a smooth service on each side of leg. Any idea on to deal with each of the sides with gouges?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Give our office a call for the best approach for this 970-639-9338. A nice sanding may work but that depends on if it’s real wood? Or if they are super deep. You could get creative with our wall epoxy which is thicker and you could color it to match maybe accent colors or colors in the table and fill those areas in and sand smooth prior to the countertop clear coat.

[@norma9548]

Beautiful

[@redbootsproductions3577]

How much colorant do you use in the alcohol? Do you put any alcohol in the colors you're using before a dirty pour? If so, how much? If you mix it again in the 2nd container for another 4 minutes doesn't it heat up too much and make it difficult to work with?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

1 package of our metallic powder (25 grams) to one quart of alcohol. Yes you can put some alcohol in the colors you're using before a dirty pour, specially if you're wanting to achieve cells. We usually add just a splash or two. During the mixing process, you'll want to switch containers. when following the mixing instructions you will not experience heating up of the product unless left in the container for a long period of time with an abundance of product.

[@Seas_Of_Neptune]

Excellent teacher, thank you! Quick note, the endcards at the end of the video block the warning.

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you! We will get that fixed. :)

[@Meg.EliteMarketing]

How do you do edges when they are directly on another surface... like a fireplace hearth... it’s on the ground and no room to catch the drips?

[@ItsMeAgain8282]

What about the sides of The table after it drips? Do u wipe it off?

[@darren1139]

At 5:45 you scrape your surface inbetween heating it, was that to mix the colors or to help bring bubbles out ?

[@elizabethcolorsart7728]

What did you spry?

[@BarbaraMarie]

Omg, incredible!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you!

[@frightrisk7407]

What are you doing with the torch? What effect does that have? Also, where to buy the metallic powders?

[@outkast1464]

Hi there I have seen some people put polyurethane on top the finish countertop etc .Is it necessary and what's the purpose of it ?

[@YaDadJohnCrane]

Does it matter what type of roller you use to spread the epoxy?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes we recommend a foam roller as it is lint free.

[@truthh8322]

I'd like to use this on my countertops but I'm afraid it scratches easily. How tough is it?

[@matthewrose8976]

What do you do with the dripped edges, after it's cured? Sand them off? Cut them off?

[@matthewrose8976]

(or does the surface tension of the epoxy cause it to just be even?)

[@CountertopEpoxy]

We normally sand them off, but you can cut them off as well! It would mainly matter on the size of the drips, you don't want to be sanding for hours lol

[@aleciajoseph7340]

Ok so I have a islands but I want Epoxy on the side aswell just like the top can I leave it to run off the edge and flow down the side all the way down..And than pass a brush over it to blend it in nicely can that work

[@joelbento3599]

can i use the 2:1 ratio as the label says or is that 1:1 ratio specific for coating?

[@annaming8491]

I have a dining room table that I would love for you to do.... I love your work. How much would you charge?

[@NadineVillarreal-g8z]

Can I use epoxy on a dresser? Top and sides ?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

We have never tested our epoxy on the verticals of a dresser however we have seen customers use our Tub Epoxy on shower verticals. We typically build our own panels and pour those.

[@ItsMeAgain8282]

What kind of roller r u using? Im afraid the lintel n fuzz will stick on it

[@shanaemontaque9155]

Wow this is.so beautiful man this is truly art i have a question thou can this epoxy thing me used on any type of surface like wood etc?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes you can use it on wood! :)

[@webqurt]

Is that safety for eating from this epoxy surface?

[@peasugarpie]

What did you prep the edges of this with? I see it's blue, is it tape?

[@tahkir]

I would love to see something in rose gold

[@scottmichaels6496]

I just poured my first top, and let it flow over the edges. All looked good when I left it. When I came back to it, some of the edges don't look even now. Can a thin layer be brushed on, or can I sand the rough areas smooth, and buff back to a shine?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes you can sand the edges and buff it back to a shine. However it won't have the same high gloss finish, it'll be more of a satin finish.

[@jeanniealford4234]

Love it.

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you!

[@SailTimeHouston]

I poured a clear coat over a set of natural stained corn hole boards i made. The epoxy cured hard and clear as expected but once they were taken outdoors the epoxy began to soften and pull away from the wood. Any ideas? Are some resins better for outdoor use than others? I live in Texas and the summer heat can be a bit brutal. I made a second set and added blue metallic pigment powder to that resin. Same resin as the clear but have not had the same problem with that set of boards.

[@jasonallen28227]

Your mix ratio was off or it wasn't the right type of epoxy. Or it could have been a cheap brand or bad batch.

[@sunnyvibes8528]

how and when could you add mica flakes?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

You'll want to add in mica flakes during the second stage of the mixing process.

[@kawythowy867]

What kind of ‘colors’ are you spraying on top of the blue. Looks mike water spray bottle and the color was Not really strong but what was that.

[@user-eh6pk1iy1d]

What are you spraying the top with?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Isopropyl alcohol, normally mixed with a mica powder to add accents. We typically try to use 99% but 91% is workable!

[@maryalvarez4386]

Hermosoooo....

[@visualsbybran4310]

What are you spraying on the countertop?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

91% Isopropyl alcohol mixed with our metallic powder pigments.

[@eddiereyes4240]

It looks better than marble or granite. 👍

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you Eddie. :)

[@NurseCarnivore]

SO DOPE

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you! :D

[@christinalindsay1129]

I did epoxy on my countertops and the vertical edges still ended up grouping and dripping during the drying time. So badly that you can feel tall, almost ridges where it drip dried. I am just doing a clear epoxy, so would you suggest sanding the vertical parts and refinishing them to fix them?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes you can sand them down to smooth it out and buff/polish them, or recoat. Would you be able to send us some photos? We can then get a better idea of what exactly happened and why. If possible, you can send them to our email, [e-mail] .

[@christinalindsay1129]

CountertopEpoxy I just sent an email with pictures as best I could get them. Thank you!

[@stupiakjr91]

do you smooth the surface by pouring final coating or just let it dry like that?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

We go back in with a clear coat. :)

[@arongatt]

why don't you use a notch trowel then a roller for evening the epoxy?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

We find that a foam roller is the best tool to use to get that even spread of product on your surface. It's our tool of choice! :)

[@deansmith9281]

Do u prime the table and edges with anything before u start .

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes, when going in with a color, we always prime just our edges with the same color as the base color we're using.

[@deansmith9281]

CountertopEpoxy thanks

[@happygirl9804]

Hey, I did my epoxy last week and I had some divots plus my edges don'y look very good. I ran out of epoxy, so I ordered more of clear. Is this ok to add more color to edges and pour clear in two weeks after initial application of epoxy? Thanks!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Yes you can definitely do that! :)

[@meconlimited3896]

Hi What kind of primer are you using. and what kind of liquid are you squirting on how thick are you applying it. And what is your room temperature. Cheers

[@CountertopEpoxy]

We're using our primer coat color in blue, you can find it and other colors here: www.countertopepoxy.com/prime-coat-colors/ For the spray bottles, we mix our metallic powders with 91% isopropyl alcohol and spray it over the surface. Our product levels to 1/8" thick and 1 gallon of our premium epoxy will cover up to 20 sq ft. For room temperature, you always want to work in a room temperature of 70-75 degrees. :)

[@trevorlakie6407]

Thank you its very helpful...i've just starting with tabletops...what do you spray on top of the epoxy?

[@CountertopEpoxy]

That's great! We're very happy you found the video helpful! For the spray over top, it's a mixture of 91% isopropyl alcohol mixed with our Metallic Mica Powders. :)

[@trevorlakie6407]

CountertopEpoxy thank you

[@CountertopEpoxy]

you're welcome!

[@Funylute1]

damn amazing man love your videos

[@kandancelaroy71]

This is awesome, but I know I would just make a mess if I did try.

[@langstonmacdiarmid6286]

It must smell craaazy in that room

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Not at all our product is zero VOC no harmful solvents or odors

[@dgstudioLLC]

It look like you wasted more on the plastic than the counter top I’m not sure if that will last a long time after wear and tear.

[@عليالنجارالاسدي-غ9ظ]

السلآم عليكم

[@frailpel]

Leggari epoxy products are self leveling and does not require torching, why does your product requiring torching? Just a DIYer trying to figure out what’s the best most easiest way to go. Oh and cheapest

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Torching is not a requirement but it is strongly recommended. Torching the surface after application helps remove any air bubbles that may be in the product.

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Hope you all enjoy this video and find it useful in creating your beautiful countertops at home! If you have any questions don't hesitate to ask, we're more than happy to answer them for you. What kind of videos would you all like to see from us in the future? Leave us a comment below! :)

[@SParker1289]

Perhaps you have done this already and I just need to take some initiative to search through your videos, but since I'm here... I would love to see your take on doing multi-level or multi-pour pieces... for example, a base coat, then another coat with some clear and accent colors to give it a 3D effect etc. None the less, great work!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Great suggestion! We can definitely take that into consideration for a video. :)

[@ZEPR0FESS0RR]

For countertops and such- is it naturally going to level perfectly or is it going to have raises and ridges? If so what do you do to flatten the uneven parts

[@Louthemailman]

U do good work..u know ur stuff

[@damaroneill6780]

CountertopEpoxy have a question. Where do you purchase the epoxy?

[@brandskovian5750]

I like the detailed explanations that you give. For example, nobody else has explained that slowing down or stopping will make the epoxy thinner. An excellent job on that piece, too!!

[@johnpiatkowski8433]

Great video - love the colors on the dirty pour - just 2 cent advice - show more of the finished product at either the end or beginning of the video. Such cool colors and hard work deserves recognition!

[@CountertopEpoxy]

Thank you John! We appreciate the feedback. We are definitely working towards adding more after shots to our future videos.

[@HappyCamper84]

Dude, that finish was awesome. Thanks for the good tips. Really good video.

[@CountertopEpoxy]

You're very welcome, Thank you!

[@rodgraser4567]

I would like to see a clear finish used from start to finish including edges!

[@funkypunkypine]

I can't wait to try this on my ugly 80s Formica kitchen countertops. I have a question: my countertops have a lip at the edge that is there to prevent liquid from just spilling right off the the counter tops. How do you work with that lip using this product? Do you just somehow shave it down or file it down? Thanks for any feedback!

[@JohnFinityRealtor]

I would take a couple of photos that show the depth, profile of the edge. Send to Countertop Epoxy, follow up with phone call. They have seen it all, and are very helpful. My opinion, without seeing, that the epoxy will flow and even out with the edge. Just don't leave a pool there when you are doing final roller pass.

[@funkypunkypine]

John Finity Thanks for the feedback. Sounds like it will be workable.

[@prattfam13]

Did you ever figure out best way to get it over that lip evenly?

[@funkypunkypine]

Anchors1411 I haven't tried yet. I ordered the epoxy but am going to use it on my flat bathroom vanity first.

[@coastalsurfacesolutions5872]

punkypineASMR you will have to float epoxy mixed with drywall aggregate to bring it up to the level of the lip. You can use a trowel to spread the mixture to create a level surface. If you dont do this the epoxy will pool up leaving a high spot where the lip is. Once you have a level surface to work with, then you can use your prime coat and spray on metallics and finally a 2nd clear coat.

[@kennethharwell181]

love the video. looks amazing. the edge technique is a great tip as well as the dirty pour. would loved to see what you did after that and if you used a top clear coat to finish it. also would have loved to see more of the finished product. keep up the good work.

[@marconeill2229]

Great work - good tip about the surface tension. No epoxy video ever tells you how to deal with the overflow "drips" at the edges. Do you watch them form and wipe them with a roller as they accumulate or do you mask-off the underneath of the work at the edges before you pour??? Thanks!

[@fartherstill]

Great advice regarding the wet edge facilitating even downward flow. thanks!