Epoxy Over Tile Countertops

As for the paint a two part epoxy formula works best since a countertop takes serious abuse especially in a kitchen where it s used as a work surface or a bathroom where it s often wet.

Epoxy over tile countertops.

Tape plastic to the floor beneath the counters. So you can t really go out and buy pre made epoxy countertops or slabs like granite quartz marble or laminate countertops. Then drape plastic over the cabinets tape it underneath the front edge of the counter tuck it into the toe kick and tape it to the plastic on the floor. Receive our latest product updates and promotions.

Some floor tiles have a glossy finish from the glazing process which can make them tricky to bond to. Tile can also be porous and may have had a previous sealant applied that the epoxy may not react well to thoroughly cleaning the tile countertop surface with 91 isopropyl alcohol is recommended before application to remove any residue preparation to properly prepare tile countertops you ll want to thoroughly clean the surface with 91 isopropyl alcohol and apply a skim coat to the entire surface primarily focusing on the grout lines. The epoxy is really messy. For the sink opening tape plastic to the underside of the counter to catch the epoxy.

Sticking to tiles when going over the top of a tiled floor the main concern is adhesion with epoxy onto the tile and tile onto concrete. Epoxy is primarily used as a refinishing product.