Giani® Belgotta Black Marble How-To Video

Giani® Belgotta Black Marble Countertop Paint Kit echoes the characteristics of the rarest crystallized limestone in the world. The stark black and white contrast, fine grain, and sleek, glossy finish is a natural compliment to a variety of contemporary and classic styles. This striking kit will help you transform your countertops to the look of black marble and breathe new life into your kitchen in a single weekend.

CHAPTERS:
00:00 Introduction
00:43 Prep: Cleaning
01:02 Prep: Tape and Tarp
02:10 Application: Black Base Primer
03:34 Planning: Research Vein Styles
03:46 Planning: Practice Vein Application
04:25 Application: White Vein Spray
05:55 Application: Too many Veins
05:59 Application: Fixing a Section
06:24 Topcoat Prep: Trimming Excess Vein Spray
06:41 Topcoat Prep: Lightly Sand Veins
07:03 Topcoat Prep: Clean Sanding Dust
07:08 Topcoat Prep: Additional Taping
07:38 Topcoat Prep: Mixing Components
08:15 Application: Ultra Epoxy Resin Topcoat
11:50 Post Application: Bare Spots, Bubbles and Lint
12:26 Post Application: Remove Tape and Tarps and Cure Time
13:17 Post Application: Caulk
13:28 Post Application: Care and Maintenance
13:57 Thank You
14:06 After Photos

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LET'S BE FRIENDS!

[verkuilb]

She did the entire project wearing a not-cheap-looking, loose-fitting sweater and no apron!! I don’t care how skilled and experienced you are—that takes balls!! Kudos!!

[johanrios]

Can you spray the primer instead? I’m afraid if I roll it in the surface it might leave roller marks

[johnshue]

LOOKS INCREDIBLE. The shine! lol Hope it is also durable over time.

[jenna]

*UPDATE:* I just finished putting my epoxy down on my countertops and thought I'd give some suggestions.
1. Put your phone in a zip-locking bag unless you have somebody with clean hands to start your timer each time. I didn't mess up my phone, but was terrified that I might. Used a pinky to operate it, but wish I had planned to protect it.
2. Have extra gloves if your hands are prone to sweating. I'm pretty painting-disabled, so I wished I had put an extra pair on over the supplied ones.
3. It's easier than you think. Just breathe, have a plan, and rehearse the epoxy lay-down in your kitchen before you start so you can anticipate any issues unique to your kitchen configuration. As with anything, the mental game IS the game. :)

[jenna]

Oh my gosh! This is FANTASTIC. I've done Giani countertops in another home, and was just now pondering what to do with the boring ones in my new place. Buying!!!

[maritamczorn]

i got my kit yesterday and i must say it was so easy to do i love it .it came out just like i wand it to .now the only thing i have to do is let it try for a week at lease .ty

[snape]

I'm currently doing this to my countertops! Can't wait

[robertdesmarais]

Wow what a great method I love that spray vein idea invention superb

[imafoxylady]

Okay, the fact this lady is wearing next to white speaks volumes to her technique

[dd]

Love this stuff, not hard to do just requires patience and time.. made my kitchen shine like new, I applied this during my complete kitchen remodel and it totally makes the difference.. small hint. DONT USE YOUR COUNTERS QUICKER THAN 4 WEEKS.. LIKE ALL EPOXIEIS IT TAKES TIME TO CURE AND HARDEN PROPERLY OTHERWISE YOU RISK DEEP SCRATCHES AND SWIRL WIPES ALL OVER THE COUNTER.. I waited and happy I did, I can wipe anywhere and it leaves no swirl marks anywhere.. if you’re to entitled and can not wait for the proper results, go elsewhere because you will cry about this product…

[verkuilb]

Are there any specific ventilation requirements during any part of this process, be it when you’re doing the work or when the various steps are drying or curing? What about temperature or humidity requirements?

[danklein]

Excellent video. Amazing results. Very Impressive. I plan on purchasing one of your kits.

[marquisemitchell]

I just finished mine and they turned out great only day two and they are curing great 😊

[wigs]

I wish this black marble kit was available two months ago. I ordered the white marble kit from Amazon and have been having a heck of a time trying to paint the paint each individual vein. It seems this kit is easier with the added spray csb for the veins. Is there any place I can purchase a similar spray can but in black or Gray that I can use on the white marble kit?

[raeannalane]

I did our kitchen countertop last week. It came out great for the most part. Is there a way to touch up the epoxy where I didn't roll it on enough, which left it bumpy in some spots?

[marthango]

My backsplash is much higher, 16-inch tall instead of 4-inch tall, can I follow your instruction and apply epoxy on the backsplash of my countertop?

[reneshaw]

I just did mine and I have one can left over tomorrow when I check my counter and I see spots that look bad can I put epoxy on those areas? I went thru with a light I didn’t see much but the back of my counter looks a lil thin is this normal till it dries down? Also if there are drip marks how do I get rid of those

[ayinas]

I did not sand the vain that well so the surface is not even specially on the edge, how can I fix it? please advise

[tinamariaclarke]

Can you add a heat resistant varnish over the top of the epoxy resin

[jamesderoc]

how bad does the epoxy smell and for how long . i.e. can i do this in a closed house in the winter?