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25 Amazing DIY Countertops you can make for cheap

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These 25 incredible DIY countertops prove you don’t have to spend a lot of money to have a beautiful kitchen.

Instead, you can update your old countertops or build new ones with these creative countertop ideas including concrete countertops, wood countertops, painted laminate countertops, and more.

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25 Inexpensive DIY Countertops

When you are updating your kitchen on a budget, DIY countertops are one of the biggest ways to keep costs down.

You've got to see these affordable DIY countertop ideas, including concrete, wood, faux granite, and more. These may be inexpensive, but they definitely don't look it!

How to Paint Countertops to Look Like Marble

Painting our old laminate countertops to look like marble was a huge risk, but it was definitely worth it! You would absolutely never guess that they were painted.

Photo Credit: mimzyandcompany.com

Epoxy over laminate counters, AKA formica. • mimzy & company

If you have an old formica countertop that you want to makeover, an inexpensive option is to epoxy right over the formica. Get the easy how-to!

Photo Credit: www.blueistyleblog.com

Update Laminate Countertops With Paint Using Rustoleum Countertop Transformations

Paint is a fantastic way to updated old laminate countertops and give them the look of stone.

Photo Credit: housefulofhandmade.com

How to Build & Protect a Wood Vanity Top

If you are looking for a warm and classic DIY countertop, this wood vanity top is perfect. There are tips for also protecting the wood longterm.

Photo Credit: h2obungalow.com

DIY Concrete Countertop Tutorial

Save a bundle on DIY concrete countertops with this in-depth tutorial with an included how-to video.

Photo Credit: thelivedinlook.com

Why I Chose Laminate Countertops

Today’s laminate countertops have come a long way. You will be amazed at the transformation of this space by installing DIY laminate countertops,

Photo Credit: www.anikasdiylife.com

How To Update A Countertop With Contact Paper

Get a beautiful and high-end look at a fraction of the cost using contact paper!

Photo Credit: www.welcome-to-the-woods.com

Solid Surface Countertop Fabrication

Cut out the middle man and learn how to install a solid surface countertop. This DIY countertop looks absolutely amazing and it's easier than you think to install.

Photo Credit: dukesandduchesses.com

How to Paint White Countertops to Resemble Granite

Instead of replacing old countertops, update them with DIY painted granite countertops. It's simple and easy to do!

Photo Credit: www.katedecorates.co

How to DIY Faux Slate Countertops With Chalkboard Paint

If you have laminate countertops in need of some love and like the look of slate, you have to see how this DIY countertop was achieved with chalkboard paint!

Photo Credit: www.runtoradiance.com

DIY Concrete Countertops & a kitchen update

Install diy concrete countertops with this tutorial. They look stunning and are very inexpensive to DIY.

Photo Credit: www.loveourreallife.com

How to Paint Tile Countertops / Before and After 

If you happen to have outdated tile-topped counters, see how easy it is to paint the tile for a completely new look! It's also a budget-friendly way to get an update without replacing the countertop.

Photo Credit: theinspiredworkshop.com

DIY Concrete Countertops – Pour in Place

If you are on a budget, or just love the versatile look of concrete, pour in place concrete countertops are a great solution.

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How my Painted Countertops Look After 3 Years of Use

If you are thinking about painting your countertops, you can read all about the pros and cons of the countertop painting method I used, and what I would do differently if I were starting all over today.

Photo Credit: craftedbythehunts.com

DIY Wood Countertops With Herringbone Pattern - Crafted by the Hunts

Add warmth and dimension to your countertops, with this DIY wood countertop tutorial. The herringbone design is just gorgeous!

Photo Credit: repurposeandupcycle.com

Bathroom Update for under $100 including DIY Faux Marble Countertops

Transform a drab formica surface to a beautiful faux marble countertop for less than $50!

Photo Credit: designingvibes.com

DIY Wood Countertops for Under $50 - Modern Farmhouse Kitchen

These gorgeous wood countertops were built and installed for under $50 using inexpensive pine board and stain.

Photo Credit: www.annsentitledlife.com

How We Finished Our Laminate Kitchen Countertop With Stone, Without Removing It!

Learn how to refinish laminate countertops with stone and the best part is, you don't have to remove it.

Photo Credit: boxwoodavenue.com

Pros & Cons of White Concrete Countertops

Before deciding on concrete countertops for your kitchen, take a look at this post which shares the pros and cons of white concrete countertops.

Photo Credit: craftedbythehunts.com

How to Torch Wood | DIY Torched Wood Countertop

Try a unique DIY torch method to finish your wood countertops. The finished result is jaw dropping!

Photo Credit: www.postcardsfromtheridge.com

How to paint a laminate countertop

If you have an old laminate counter that you want to update on a budget, try painting them. This tutorial shows you how.

Photo Credit: www.postcardsfromtheridge.com

How I Updated a Countertop with Wood-Look Contact Paper

This contact paper countertop makeover project is not only beautiful, but it's also inexpensive and super simple to install.

Photo Credit: www.thecraftpatchblog.com

How To DIY Laminate Countertops

Build your own DIY laminate countertops to save a ton of money on a kitchen remodel.

Photo Credit: www.thehandymansdaughter.com

Contact Paper Kitchen Counter - 2 Years Later

You will not believe that this faux granite countertop is just waterproof contact paper. This will also show you how it has held up 2 years later.

Photo Credit: cloverlaneblog.com

DIY White Concrete Countertops

DIY concrete countertops have come a long way. You can install a pour in place countertop that comes out so smooth and gorgeous!

Photo Credit: weekendcraft.com

How to Install Ikea Butcher Block Countertops

Learn how to install Ikea butcher block countertops with this step-by-step tutorial.

Wow, talk about some incredible makeovers! There really are so many gorgeous countertop ideas for any style of kitchen.

I’d love for you to share this post on Pinterest!

collage of six different diy countertops in kitchens

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  1. Universal Stone says

    July 7, 2021 at 10:01 am

    Great idea! They all look nice and pocket-friendly! Thanks for sharing!

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