Spray Paint Countertop - Rust-Oleum Hammered Finish Copper

So the internet can be a dangerous place. We had a couple spot on our laminate countertops that had popped up so straight to Google I went in search of a DIY solution. Towel, iron, and weights, easy enough and quite effective.

But of course in my search I began thinking about spots on the countertop, how we don't care for the color, and how we are wanting to build and move soon and need to fix up things in the current house but on a budget. So, I talked to Diana and she agreed and I began the process of creating a faux copper countertop.

Here is the site I referenced.

I've only done one section so far because I want to ensure each spot has plenty of time to cure.

All I needed was a couple sanding sponges, paint and tape.

I had an 80, 180, and 360 grit sponges and Rust-Oleum Hammered Finish Copper and Ultra Cover Clear Gloss

I started by cleaning the surface thoroughly then sanding it with 80 grit to ensure it was both clean and ready to accept paint.

This is after cleaning and sanding. As you can see everything is taped up and covered as there will be over spray and I don't need copper spots on the stove and fridge.

I then put on numerous layers of the copper, giving each one about 20 minutes to set. I'll say at this point I wish I hadn't done this at night because open windows and lights on inside invited in bugs. Those bugs also made the cat curious and while I wasn't watching she added some 'character' to the counter that I had to address.

Various stages of paint

 After that I added numerous layers of clear coat. These layers go on faster, about 3-5 minutes between coats. After about 3 or 4 I let it dry enough to feel it and used the 360 grit with water to smooth it out then add on some more layers. I did this about 4 times total to ensure I had a fairly good protection as I know these counters will continue to get a lot of use.

After adding the first clear coat

Here is the final product. It's not perfect but it cost about $10 for paint and a bit more for some other supplies that are reusable (sand paper sponge, painters tape, brown paper roll). I should get the other counters finished up in the next week or so and will add the finished pictures of them as well.

Final Product - Faux Copper Countertop