Tools and Supplies Needed for Application of Finale DIY Concrete Countertop System

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Finale DIY Concrete Countertop System uses simple tools that you likely already have at home. Some items you may need to purchase from Amazon or a home center. Amazon links are provided for some items.

Personal protection:

  • Rubber gloves
  • Safety glasses
  • Dust mask (must be a real, construction grade N95 mask)

Cleaning products:

  • Household all-purpose detergent/cleaner such as Windex, Simple Green or similar
  • Paper towels
  • Microfiber cloths
  • Vacuum cleaner/shop vacuum

Prep tools:

  • Screwdrivers, adjustable wrenches, pliers (to remove sink)
  • Utility knife or box cutter (to cut caulk from wall and to score damaged laminate)
  • Putty knife or metal scraper (to scrape off caulk)

Repair materials (If you need to fill chips, gaps, holes, seams):

Replacement materials (necessary only if part of laminate countertop needs replacing):

  • Oscillating multitool
  • Plywood
  • Exterior deck screws

Surface preparation:

Masking:

Priming:

  • 1/4” or 3/8” nap roller (DO NOT use this roller for sealer application.)
  • 1” paint brush

Concrete mixing:

Concrete application:

Sealing:

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Craftsman Random Orbit Sander

3 amp, model CMEW231

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Cuisinart Hand Mixer

5 speed, model HM-50 Power Advantage

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Glad Mixing Bowl with Handle

3 quart

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Measuring Cup

4 cup

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60 Grit Sandpaper Disks

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Rinse Water Container

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Putty Knife/Scraper

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Pre-Taped Painter’s Plastic

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Rollers for Primer Application (NOT for sealer)

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220 Grit Sanding Sponge

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Silicone Spatulas

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Painter’s Tape

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Drop Cloth

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Epoxy Putty

if needed for laminate repair

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220 Grit Sandpaper

As an alternative to the sanding sponge, you can purchase sandpaper, cut it, and wrap it around the 60 grit Diamond Hand Pad included in the Kit.

 

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