Montana Granite Finish with Stone Coat Countertops Epoxy

[@cyndraneufeld7355]

This one is just amazing! You're incredible with putting colors and techniques together and creating magic!

[@cabbking]

II appreciate your down to earth presentation and not so bold end result. That is a piece of countertop I would not hate in my house.

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!! 😊😊😊

[@soulshinememe5274]

I absolutely love this technique. I think I may use this in my kitchen

[@RK3Designs]

Awesome!!! Would look good!!

[@soulshinememe5274]

Thank RK3 I just I can do this on my kitchen countertops.

[@janetpeters1307]

Nice job Rhonda!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!

[@johantymer7406]

I started out as a union painter apprentice fast forward 3 years became a journeyman. Plus another 18 years and several large scale faux projects i evolved to be a faux painter. I have to tell you but that is really good and if i had to copy your work w/o watching your video i would have used oil glaze , pigments ,sponges,feathers and art brushes. You created awesomeness in minutes compared to my several hours and most likely wont even come out as good as that piece...lol I have my own tricks from years of field experience but i always crave to learn new ones. I sometimes train apprentices who has potential to be a faux painter , i lost count on ( i cant wait to have the same skills as you) comment. I always tell them i am not the most skilled and i just like them are still learning and this video just proved that. What an awesome job and thank you for sharing. I too have problem walking away from projects, it sounds silly but i just cant do it cause it needs just one more color here and maybe there 😩

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you so much for the kind words. I’m sure with your years of experience, your work is fantastic!!!! I love what I do and when artist like you comment, it makes all the hard work worth it!! Thank you so much for watching, I truly appreciate it!! 😊

[@johantymer7406]

Honestly i dont even consider myself an artist i just enjoy doing faux painting. I didnt really care much for it starting out but the lead painter liked the work i did so i got stuck on that project. I remember him saying in faux business either you can paint or you aint...lol

[@barbwagner967]

Wow! I hope I can be this brave. Gorgeous effects.

[@RK3Designs]

Just do a few sample boards to get your confidence, you’ll do fine 😊😊

[@ericfeldhausen7921]

This is going in my kitchen!!!!! Making a new substrate with rock face edge...I think this recipe will look amazing with that!!!

[@RK3Designs]

Yeah!!! Have fun!! 😊😊

[@carmelinalouis3587]

Such a dynamic look...guess the key is to play...practice...and tons of sample boards to find signature looks. I know you believe MORE is More.. I think I need to be more brave and add Tons of fine layers to get all the depth and dimension that create this authentic look. Doesn't look 'hard' - just need to play 'confidently' with colors and techniques. Awesome as always Rhonda & RK3💙

[@RK3Designs]

Carmelina Louis you hit the nail on the head. Layers and layers. Don’t judge too early and just practice, practice practice. 😊😊😊

[@bigashhultgren3738]

Great job R... classic 🙌

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!

[@kyotecreek6986]

When you kept putting all the colors in those spots I was thinking what in the heck is this going to look like and with all the naked white in the middle I didn't think I was going to like it but man that looks so beautiful and so real... love love love!

[@woodeyecreations8239]

Wow , Rhonda you always do amazing color recipes but this one absolutely grabbed me. Realism ! Thank you for sharing these techniques and having "Patience" to keep layering, I fight that still.

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you and my problem is knowing when to stop 😂

[@desigerz7364]

I really do love your channel. Thanks for sharing us such great videos!! I really wonder if I can do the same with floor??? Thanks

[@RK3Designs]

Floors are definitely something you can do with epoxy. You’ll use a different formula of epoxy. Stonecoat has a flooring epoxy as well. I don’t do floors, so I’m not the one to help you. SCC has flooring tutorials on their channel 😊

[@kennedy67951]

Lady, that is awesome. You have that ''WOW'' effect down pat. I don't know what the cost difference would be between real stone and the way you just did the imitation stone. But, you get a better effect that's more controllable. Doing what you did in this creation. You took a lot of variables out that you could not do with real stone. Real stone can be weak with natural fractures through out it's structure and cause premature failure that could cost thousands to remove stone and then replace it. With doing what you just have shown eliminates all that. Thank you for the upload. It was appreciated by me a lot. This is the process I'm going to use to create my grandson grave headstone.

[@RK3Designs]

Wow, thank you so much for the nice words. I really appreciate them!!! Thank you so much for watching!

[@laurienoe1233]

That is downright gorgeous! I love the depth you created and the colors are so amazing together. Very cool use of the Montana spray paint at the end. I've seen that done on a simple background, but on this more complex one, your results are dynamite! Great job!

[@RK3Designs]

Laurie Noe thank you!!! This one was fun for sure!!! Looks so much better in person!

[@carol1505]

Wow! Impressive!! I have numerous countertops I'd love to have turn out like yours!!! Thank you for showing us how creative one can be with the different techniques!!

[@RK3Designs]

You are so welcome. Thanks for watching !

[@jessicakress9328]

Wow...That was so amazing! I can't believe the talent you have! I wish I could do this to my counter tops. They need it!

[@RK3Designs]

You can!!! It’s easy and lots of fun 😊😊

[@heatherlester3429]

I am looking to do my countertops, and would like to do them in white with a little bit of silver and gray. However, I don't want to just do marble. I would like for it to be like granite or stone with layers of various whites (pearl, flat, glitter, metalic). Would you be able to do a demo board to give me an idea of what I could do?

[@RK3Designs]

Heather Wood send me an email with maybe an inspiration photo so I get an idea of what you’re wanting. I’m super booked with classes until the end is November, but I’ll try to get you a sample done. 😊😊. [e-mail]

[@tracym6297]

I kept thinking, "No! It's finished!" Then I'd see the results and all I can say is, WOW!!! That's amazing!!! 🤩🤩🤩

[@RK3Designs]

LOL, I have a hard time know when to stop playing with it!!

[@tracym6297]

@@RK3Designs you got it just right. What a beautiful piece!

[@TigerMarine62]

Hi Rhonda. I think this just might be the one for our kitchen! How could we duplicate that over about 51 sq ft?

[@RK3Designs]

Just use 3 oz/sq ft of epoxy and randomly apply the colors. I would do some sample boards to practice first 😊

[@billelainesmiley6509]

I put down the color coat on a countertop, but after 3 days, there are sticky spots... I may have used too much spray paint or maybe worked too late in the process or used too much alcohol. Stickiness hasn’t seemed to improve even after I tried to wipe off as much as possible in sticky areas. I did mix my Stonecoat epoxy according to directions. If I do a clear coat on the entire top will it leave a smooth and hard surface anyway?

[@RK3Designs]

You should be fine with a top coat. Also you may want to try the new Ultimate top coat SCC just came out with. It’s amazing.

[@billelainesmiley6509]

RK3 Designs THANKS! It worked just fine with that final clear coat... nice and hard the next day. Whew!

[@ahmedhamouda6210]

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[@pwcoho1]

Beautiful- you are very talented

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!! I appreciate you watching!! 😊😊

[@tamarabosshardt449]

It is beautiful. How does it hold up under normal kitchen wear and tear?

[@RK3Designs]

Tamara Bosshardt SCC is very very durable. I’ve been installing countertops for years and our customers are very happy with the durability. 😊

[@charlenehatter5058]

Hi Rhonda, I am new to your channel after watching you work your magic I definitely subscribed and I am looking forward to seeing all of the beautiful pieces of art that you do. And by the way I’ve never seen this done before on anybody’s channel so I am so excited to be watching and learning from you. Have a great day

[@RK3Designs]

Charlene Hatter that’s so sweet!! I really appreciate you watching!! 😊

[@jessamystic]

You are a true artist, Rhonda!! I wish I could take a class from you!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you so much!!

[@kippertoo]

Wow girl...your talent amazes me. That totally looks natural! 💙

[@RK3Designs]

kippertoo thank you!!! I appreciate you watching!!

[@melbround1]

I love the layering effect, I keep saying enough and there was a point in there where it was enough, but I understand that it becomes an obsession.

[@RK3Designs]

I’m terrible about knowing when to stop 😂😂

[@jcowboy123]

Are all your spray paints rustolium and does it matter if flat or gloss

[@RK3Designs]

Yes. I’ve had the best results with Rustolium. I use Gloss when available and also satin. No flat or matte. 😊

[@ajitsharma6384]

Lovely piece it is. I would love to know room temperature where you were working.

[@RK3Designs]

Ajit Sharma that day it was probably in the 90’s outside and around 78 in my studio.

[@ajitsharma6384]

@@RK3Designs Thanks.

[@jjh3365]

You did it again Rhonda! 🤩 Was beginning to wonder when the Montana part was coming in. What a great impact to use on top of that already great piece.

[@RK3Designs]

Jane Hunter Made ya wait for it 😂😂😂

[@reginaberman3883]

You make it look so easy.

[@RK3Designs]

ReGina Berman the hardest part is waiting 😂😂

[@rickayrose4222]

So amazing. I'm interested in putting this into my kitchen but there is a stone called Galactic Storm. It is like this granite but with a black under tone but without a recipe I'm scared if messing it up. What do you suggest?

[@RK3Designs]

That’s a beautiful granite. Send me your email and I’ll work on a sample recipe and send it to you. [e-mail]

[@rickayrose4222]

@@RK3Designs [e-mail]

[@imade9896]

Woooowwww.....my GOD....AMAZING.....

[@paulbarton7567]

What is your working time on a design like this? I’ve only done a bar top so far, but I ran into problems spraying alcohol too late in the project. Next up are countertops and I dont want to make that mistake again. By the way, this is a beautiful design.

[@RK3Designs]

Paul Barton I worked on this piece a good 40 minutes. If you get dimples from using alcohol too late in the pour, most of the time they disappear once the flood coat is poured. 😊

[@jcowboy123]

Hi stonecoat no longer carries the white base tint. Any suggestions thx

[@RK3Designs]

I use the white opaque dye by Alumilite that Stonecoat sells. It awesome!! A very little goes a long way.

[@tamireichman]

Super love this! Since the brown base tint isn't available anymore, what would you suggest to replace it?

[@RK3Designs]

You could use the Alumillite Brown opaque dye that’s on my website www.rk3designs.com

[@tamireichman]

@@RK3Designs in this finish you already used the Aluminite brown - the brown base tint was the other shade of brown.

[@temosamny8576]

Very good work but I think the problem is can you repeat the same board after a few days if someone ask you to do the same drowning at several borders

[@RK3Designs]

Temo Samny I’ve actually recreated this finish several times. It never comes out exactly the same, but very very similar.

[@temosamny8576]

@@RK3Designs We make artificial marble such as sinks and bathtubs as well as fiberglass As for fiberglass, we make steel-reinforced fiber baths from the edges and 3D tiles that are used in decorations, but we have always been faced with the problem of drawing colors. You can never repeat creativity twice.

[@RK3Designs]

The cool thing is, real stone is never the same either. Every slab is different and I think nature is the best test of creativity. 😊.

[@temosamny8576]

@@RK3Designs Yeah sure but you will never be as iconic as Mother Nature 😘

[@RK3Designs]

Lol!! Nor will I try. But as long as my customers are happy and I repeatedly am able to create what they request, I’m good with that. 👍🏼

[@ccgsales]

Can you show the final cured results? Obviously it's going to 'spread' more as it flows over the edges. Also, did you run the heat over it any more after it was done?

[@RK3Designs]

I can’t post a picture in the comments. Send me your email address and I’d be happy to send you some pics. 😊

[@aundreabarker747]

Also, do you have a written recipe (including colors used) for this design?

[@GS-st9ns]

I would like to build that into a table top. That would make a really cool side table

[@jcowboy123]

Hi Rhonda , We just finished our counter top Saturday about 5 pm. It came out absolutely beautiful thank you for all the information we are really happy with it. Buf i have one more question. We wanted to put a clear top coat but I believe sanding is out of the question because it appears alot of the marble effect is on top. Can we pour a clear without sanding if we are wuth in our 24 hr period? Thanks again for all the help. Ps: tell your fans DONT torch the edges lol

[@RK3Designs]

I think you’ll be fine pouring without sanding. Just be sure you clean it well 😊

[@aundreabarker747]

Amazing technique. I appreciate you sharing your knowledge with us. I am planning a countertop and island project (over the top of p-lam) in my kitchen. I am awaiting delivery of my SCC materials. My vision is to develop a color palette based on something similar to New Venetian Gold Granite. The technique in this video is similar to this; however the colors would be more gold/black/gray/cream with rust/wine dots. Do you have any suggestions regarding colors and techniques? On a personal note, I saw you in SCC video and I am so sorry to hear of your health problems. It is ironic because I have been off work since last May, due to a tri-malleolar ankle fracture with many complications. I have gone DIY crazy in my house and created some beautiful things. Although I haven't epoxied my toilet seats yet. I hope to one day attend one of your workshops when I am well enough to travel. Thank you again for sharing your talents.

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you so much for your feedback. Actually, if I were trying to create the Gold Granite, I would almost do a bagged granite technique. I'll be posting that technique on a granite finish in a couple of weeks. It may give you more control over your colors.

[@mjp5129]

OMG! This is just amazing. I kept thinking...wow! That’s a lot of stuff, but it just turned out so beautiful. You are the Boss!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!! Yea it looks rather scary at first!! 😂

[@sheilahallen6187]

This is new to me and I think it is beautiful. I would like to learn this. Where would I begin? I don't know if it matters but I'm in West TN. Close to Memphis. Thank you. Sheilah A,

[@RK3Designs]

We offer hands on classes at our studio in Texas as well as an online course. Check out these two websites. Www.rk3designs.com or www.onlineepoxypro.com

[@carrinmoore]

Love this Rhonda so realistic WOW

[@RK3Designs]

carrin moore thank you! 😊😊

[@cassityart7001]

Really nice. Natural look and colors. ❤️. Would you be interested in trying a natural soap stone faux look in layered translucent grays with warm and cool color blends incorporated? I saw an inspiration piece and it was beautifully deep, subtle and low sheen. I would finish edges with a rough look.

[@RK3Designs]

Cassity ART could you email me that inspiration picture? I would love to try that! [e-mail] 😊

[@vicbaker8367]

I was a little bit skeptical at the beginning, but it is stunning.

[@FemkeKrock]

Will the epoxy cure with do much spray paint? Is it just normal graffiti spray paint?

[@nicolassilva2054]

Hola se puede usar alcohol isopropilico 99.8% ??? No consigo el de 91%

[@RK3Designs]

Yes

[@stephanievandoorn4830]

How long did you walk away after you sprayed the paint and then the alcohol? Great job BTW! Looks fantastic

[@RK3Designs]

Stephanie Van Doorn about 15 minutes or so, but it will depend on the temperature of your workspace.

[@terrijuanette486]

Great video. Thanks! BTW...how's your leg? Praying for you!

[@RK3Designs]

Terri Juanette it’s FANTASTIC!!! Thank you for asking. Definitely a life changing devise! 😊😊

[@adeleferguson663]

I have watched this video several times as I research techniques prior to refinishing my sofa tabletop. TBH, I cannot wrap my head around how random it starts out with you just drizzling some shades of browns onto white epoxy, and then a short time later it becomes an absolute masterpiece. Almost surreal and so beautiful. Question : did you pour a clear coat of epoxy over the piece once the first step cured? If yes, how long to wait from finishing the colors and alcohols until final coating? I love this piece and am adding this video to my “saves” for future reference. Hoping you’ll do one in shades of grays- kind of marble-like in the future. WOW!!!

[@RK3Designs]

Lori Minior that’s one of my favorite things about epoxy is not to judge it too quickly and let it move and become beautiful!!! It’s hard to not just keep playing and playing 😂. Yes, I will flood coat this sample. I want at least 12 hours or so before I flood. I’m working on a technique with gray tones. 😊

[@zoetrayuh]

This is AMAZING!!!!!!!!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!! ❤️

[@williammanzie5446]

Great design! I am thinking of doing this for a 6’x6’ wall. What would you recommend? I see some has already asked this but do you have a recipe for this? Thanks for the inspiration!

[@RK3Designs]

I would suggest pouring flat and then installing it verticals. You wouldn’t be able to do this on a vertical surface. The recipe colors are listed in the video, but if you need additional information feel free to email me at [e-mail] Thanks for watching.

[@williammanzie5446]

RK3 Designs thank you but I think you may have misunderstood what I was asking. I will send you an email now with a picture. Thank you very much for your time.

[@naptimecreations]

So cool, I always learn so much from you 😁👍❤

[@RK3Designs]

Naptime Creations thank you so much!! 😊😊

[@naptimecreations]

@@RK3Designs 💙💙💙

[@DrumminDrew0]

Great job. You've really taken this medium to the next level!

[@RK3Designs]

DrumminDrew0 thank you!! I sure do enjoy it 😊

[@carlodevivo2928]

so perfect!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you!!!

[@diannatighe-bayers1792]

I would use the same colors but add an orange/ burnt orange and or a burgundy might add in also a moss green

[@RK3Designs]

Dianna Tighe OMG, I’ll bet that would be absolutely stunning!! May have to try that one!! Thanks for the suggestion.

[@connielofticebowman2215]

Can you reuse the cups?

[@RK3Designs]

Connie Loftice Bowman you can reuse the thick plastic cups. When I’m done, I’ll turn the cup upside down and the next day you just peel it out.

[@connielofticebowman2215]

@@RK3Designs Cool.

[@kathrynhoover9507]

beautiful job. Love it.

[@tsant6591]

So the silly string stuff just sits on top of the epoxy?

[@RK3Designs]

It will work it’s way down a little, but for the most part will stay on top. This is why you need to for sure put a flood coat.

[@kari818]

What a super cool look!! Lovin' that secret sauce!👍🥰

[@RK3Designs]

Karen Carpenter thank you!! 😊😊

[@samaralayobe8392]

Love this

[@katiejo911]

Nicely done. You're making me think about using spray paints in art pours. ;)

[@terrijuanette486]

great idea!

[@bryonrutherford8501]

LOVE THIS!

[@RK3Designs]

Bryon Rutherford thank you! It really turned out cool!

[@cindyclelland6954]

Wow I love this! So many different techniques make it look like real stone!!!! Thank you for sharing!

[@taqimpower5336]

All respect is great work

[@romerocarver]

👍👍that's so beautiful finish Rhonda

[@RK3Designs]

romerocarver thank you!! 😊

[@Moon999Girl]

Amazing

[@sherylwright2233]

I don't know how many times I've watched this thinking this is it, it's what I want for my counter tops. Then I start wondering if a dirty pour would be better. Maybe. Still not sure.

[@RK3Designs]

I LOVE dirty pours, but this one is cool too 😊😊

[@sherylwright2233]

@@RK3Designs Rhonda, have you ever tried combining the two? I know it sounds crazy but I have this idea of creating this type of background to use with a dirty pour? I'm getting ready to do my countertops; I've already order my stuff from Stonecoat but I'm not sure which way to go. Dirty pour, or do the granite. Like you, I keep wondering how far I can really go. Want to give it a try? BTW, I'm in Canada, and once we reopen the border and travel for pleasure is approved I'm so hoping I can fly down and take your class. Please keep up the vids. I know you must think your numbers are lacking but keep it up. I've loved and learned from each one.

[@RK3Designs]

@@sherylwright2233 I would love to see what you come up with!!!! ❤️❤️. Come see me!!

[@vidaliasoleil2714]

Putting the camera above your workspace rather than in front of you would really help.

[@kosavanh2431]

better than a stone counter guy

[@karebet9801]

👍👍👍

[@ZE308AC]

know imagine using a spider Montana spray paint effect

[@mentaldetoxmeditationmenta9551]

Just little and little bit more and just little. it's a lot. Lol 🤣

[@RK3Designs]

I know, I'm TERRIBLE about know when to stop!! LOL

[@amondavis]

I would have not you so much of the same colors over the top of each other because that looks like mud to me

[@cathyleslie568]

Super cool!!

[@RK3Designs]

Thank you so much!!!!