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How to Make a Granite Look on a Wood Dining Table

    • 1). Move the wood table to an open area with good ventilation and set it on a large tarp or drop cloth. Wipe the table top and legs with a water and mild dish soap solution to remove any dirt. Wipe the table with a clean cloth and let it air-dry for about two hours.

    • 2). Rub a piece of 150-grit sandpaper on the table-top surface and legs to roughen the surface to help the paint adhere. Dampen a clean towel with water and wipe it over the surface to remove all dust.

    • 3). Apply a flash bond primer to the table, including the legs if you are painting them. Let the primer dry for a minimum of six hours, and then apply another coat of the primer. Let the table dry for a minimum of six hours before continuing.

    • 4). Apply a neutral color of satin enamel to the top surface of the table. Paint the legs the same color, or a complementing color that is a darker shade. Let the paint air-dry for a minimum of 48 hours, and then apply another coat of paint to the legs and table surface. Let the paint dry for another 48 hours.

    • 5). Crumple a piece of paper or use a clean sponge to apply a granite pattern on the table top with a complementing color of satin enamel. Gently dab the paint in a random motion. Apply a second color of paint using the same technique as the first layer. Let the paint dry for 24 hours after each coat of paint. Continue to apply paint, one layer at a time with a drying period, until you are happy with the granite look on the table top.

    • 6). Brush a layer of acrylic sealer over the top of the faux granite surface to protect the paint and make the table usable. Let the sealer dry four to seven days to let it harden completely before using.

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