Apply a thin coat of chalk paint to the marble keeping a wet edge.
Marble effect tile paint.
Wait at least 6 hours to dry.
I painted my kitchen countertops to look like carrara marble and i love how they turned out.
Clean all painting tools with mineral spirits.
Be sure to rinse the marble tile thoroughly.
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.
Unlike the planters the trays needed more time to dry and the slippery material gave the effect time to shift from its original placement.
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Touch up patchy spots or over application with another layer of base paint.
Clean the surface of the marble well.
Let the paint dry for about 48 hours longer if it is cold or if there is a lot of humidity in the air.
If you are painting marble tile on a fireplace you do not need to use a roller extension pole.
Chalk paint s longer than usual drying time will give you time to decide whether to apply a second coat.
Soap can interfere with primer adhesion.
If your marble effect still seems loose seal with a poly or resin topcoat.
Prime and paint any areas inaccessible to the roller using a 2 to 3 inch oil based paintbrush.
If a marble floor is a little out of your budget then with a little effort a striking and unusual effect can be created with a faux marble painting technique.
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.
Marble looks great in any room so use this painting technique to compliment your kitchen act as an accent in your family room or to spruce up your bedroom.