Apply a second coat of oil based paint so the granite surface has a smooth completely opaque finish.
Varnish for granite.
The granite will have the appearance of leather hence the term leathered granite.
With a polished finish the characteristics of the stone are highlighted.
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Leathered granite will show more depth than honed granite.
The polished finish it the easiest surface to clean.
Clean it well and dry it very well.
It is easy to keep countertops with a polished finish looking brand new as well.
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Allow the paint to dry for at least 72 hours.
A recent renovation to this room in our home involved updating the fireplace color to white here and repainting the walls here.
Step 9 mix a 50 50 solution of water based polyurethane and mineral spirits in a pail to make a thin varnish to protect the paint surface.
If you like you can practice on another rock first just to get the hang of it.
The colors and textures will be more vibrant.
Stonetech high gloss finishing sealer protects and transforms the surface to a high shine finish.
Ensure work area is well ventilated during application and until surface is dry.
If you like you can ever spray it on.
This finish is an ideal choice if you want more of a rustic look to your granite countertop.
Replacing a granite countertop is a pricy option what if it were possible to paint it instead.
The polished finish makes the surface of the granite countertop glossy and almost mirror like.
Have you thought about replacing a granite countertop because you don t love the color.