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Rust-oleum Countertop Transformation; Is it worth the cost?

By Carmela Abella

Home Stager with Abella Home Staging & Redesign

March 21, 2011 03:42 AM

Rust-oleum countertop transformation, is it worth the cost and time? Not too long ago I wrote a blog about Rust-oleum cabinet transformation. Now they have a countertop transformation. As a home stager and redesigner, there are many homeowners out there that have outdated countertop but can't afford to replace them. This may be the solution they're looking for. And it's relatively easy to use.

First you prep the countertops by sanding them down.
Apply the adhesive base coat.
Spread decorative color chips
Sand & smooth decorative chip.
Apply protective top coat.

It come in five different colors:

Onyx
Charcoal
Java Stone
Desert sand
Pebbled Ivory

Rust-oleum countertop transformation, is it worth the cost?

Here are the cons:

It is pricey,it retails for $249.
It's messy.
It only comes in the speckled look
It only comes in a gloss finish.
Has a very high odor factor.

Here are the pros:

Easy to use.
It will update your counter.
It's durable
It has nice colors to choose from.
100% guarantee.

Kitchen Before

Kitchen After

As you can see from these pictures it has a dramatic effect. And totally changes the look of the kitchen. There are a few step to take, but in the end I think it's a great solution to updating your countertop. Especially homeowner who are looking to sell their home and don't want to spend a lot of money. This is one solution they can consider. What do you think? Rust-oleum countertop transformation, is it worth it?

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Michelle Seidelman

Staged To Sell - Portland, OR

Thanks for doing a price break down with the before and after photos, very intresting. Wondeful paint choice too. The after picture doesn't just look more modern, it shows off that nice wood floor too : )

Mar 21, 2011 10:25 AM

Janet Jones

Just Your Style Interiors, LLC - Kihei, HI

Home Staging, Interior Redesign Kihei, Maui, Hawaii

Hi Carmela--I have looked into this product numerous times and recommended it to sellers. On each occasion they have opted to actually spend the money and replace the counter tops, so I have never gotten to see the end results. The photos look fantastic and its nice to know you have had actual experience with it and would recommend it.

Mar 21, 2011 01:30 PM

TERI LINDSAY

Reno, NV

STAGELIGHT HOME STAGING CO.

Hi Carmela! A definite improvement.... before, that kitchen looks DARK and dreary.... with the new paint colors for cabinets and walls, with the countertop treatment.... a light and welcoming kitchen. Great work and thanks for introducing this product to me....

Mar 21, 2011 02:05 PM

Carmela Abella

Abella Home Staging & Redesign - Port Jefferson Station, NY

Janice, Your welcome

Mar 21, 2011 02:20 PM

Donna, I glad it useful

Mar 21, 2011 02:21 PM

Michelle,

The after pictures are amazing! You can totally transform the kitchen and it won't break the bank!

Mar 21, 2011 02:22 PM

Janet, i too have recommended this product to my clients. But they have opted for other solutions as well. I do not have experience with it, I just really like what it can deliver.

Mar 21, 2011 02:24 PM

Teri, it's amazing isn't it. Now there is no excuse for a dark outdated kitchen.

Mar 21, 2011 02:25 PM

Mona Lisa Harrison

iSellHouseUpstate.com - Greenville, SC

The Help You Need To Sell Your House

Great post. Rustoleum also makes a countertop paint that's only $20 and you roll on two coats and done. Not as durable of course, but less work less money. I've put it on a sample CT, but have not installed in house.I was pleased with look. Lots of colors.

Anyone tried it?

Mar 22, 2011 08:20 AM

Mona Lisa, I heard they came out with another product. But I haven't heard anything about.

Mar 23, 2011 06:34 AM

Marianne Cherico

Interiors by Marianne Cherico - Foxboro, MA

Home Stager -Massachusetts and Rhode Island

Wow-The after picture looks so updated! Great job! Thanks for sharing!

Mar 24, 2011 01:08 AM

Marianne, It's amazing isn't it? There should be no more excuses to updating your kitchen. Now that there is product like this on the market!!

Mar 24, 2011 03:12 AM

Anonymous

Coreen

Did that size kitchen take more than one kit? This would be a good option if one kit would cover an kitchen with a good sized bar.

Thanks for the review!

Apr 08, 2011 05:18 AM

#15

Corren, I believe the kit tells you how much the square footage it will cover. I Believe it covers a big size kitchen.

Apr 08, 2011 05:29 AM

marlene

is this product available in Canada?

Jul 11, 2011 04:56 PM

#17

Good question, but I'm not sure. i would like to say yes.

Jul 12, 2011 03:09 AM

austin hunt

I've been looking for this product and i can't find it. I want to do my counter top and i can't find it in Canada and i can't get it sent from the states,can someone help me out. Thanks

Aug 31, 2011 05:29 PM

#19

Austin, Try contacting the company directly and see where they sell the product in Canada. That's the best advice I can give you. Good luck!!

Sep 01, 2011 08:48 AM

Debbie McGowin

Can you buy additional top coat as a single item?

Dec 24, 2011 04:18 AM

#21

I don't think so Debbie. It comes as a package.

Dec 24, 2011 04:25 AM

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