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Marble effect tile paint.
Unlike the planters the trays needed more time to dry and the slippery material gave the effect time to shift from its original placement.
Touch up patchy spots or over application with another layer of base paint.
Step 1 smooth the surface to ensure that the paint job looks as real and natural as possible you need to make sure that the surface is as smooth as possible.
Darren osman from southampton used a fablon marble effect wrap to achieve the finish on his counter tops and a tin of grey tile paint made it look as though he had invested in pricey slate slabs.
Wait at least 6 hours to dry.
Soap can interfere with primer adhesion.
Be sure to rinse the marble tile thoroughly.
Apply a thin coat of chalk paint to the marble keeping a wet edge.
Let the paint dry for about 48 hours longer if it is cold or if there is a lot of humidity in the air.
Because the fireplace is a dry area not subjected to moisture or foot traffic it is possible to paint over the existing marble whether it is tile or a slab.
Clean all painting tools with mineral spirits.
If your marble effect still seems loose seal with a poly or resin topcoat.
How to paint faux marble on laminate on countertops and how to paint bathroom tiles.
1 prepare the floor for painting.
Prime and paint any areas inaccessible to the roller using a 2 to 3 inch oil based paintbrush.
Chalk paint s longer than usual drying time will give you time to decide whether to apply a second coat.
Clean the surface of the marble well.
If you are painting marble tile on a fireplace you do not need to use a roller extension pole.