Giani Granite Step 2 Mineral Color - Charcoal 6oz

This pearl mica is amazing, I used it while painting my countertops. First, I painted my countertops with the Giani kit, and I also used this Pearl mica to give it that extra shine and sparkle. Then I applied resin over it and let it dry. This pearl mica worked just as I had hoped it would. It is easy to use, and it dries fairly fast. It does dry like a true pearl color, and it seems to be a good quality item. Furthermore, it made my countertops look beautiful, and I am so happy that I purchased it. I have other projects around home and I plan on using it for my arts and crafts. I've not had any issues with this product at all. Furthermore, I do give this item a perfect 5 stars and I recommend it to my family and friends.

Have contemplated for years what lipstick I could put on this pig (a.k.a. 1980's kitchen - laminate countertops and cabinets in a rental property). Thanks to Pinterest, decided to paint the cabinets, but the countertops??!! After research and finding Gianni, reviews looked good enough to give it a shot. Best decision I could have made!! Just finished them (cabinets will be next), so review on how they hold up will be forthcoming.Pointers on par with many other reviews:1.watch all vids. I found an awesome technique on YouTube that looks like poured concrete. Pretty Easy and looks amazing!2. Sanding LIgHTLY before and during clear top coats recommended3. Apply liberally to get the best effect. Makes it easier to work with and more forgiving and cool results4. 3 layers of the top coat, and go heavy on the last coat, with only 2-3 passes before loading up next application. Cures roller lines.Need to plan a few days to get all the steps/drying between layers. Don't rush this.If your countertops need some rehab, this is such an amazing and affordable option when a full remodel isn't an option. I am pairing peel and stick Tic TAC Tiles (also on Amazon) with this project and will post pics of the big reveal when done. Pics for now below, with the tiles propped up to get idea.

good paint! very nice!!

Overall, I do like this product. I have waited one year to write this review so that I could give it a true test. I followed the application instructions exactly and applied the recommended topcoat amount, plus an additional coat since it is in my kitchen. As you can see in the photos, I went with just the charcoal and I LOVE the color! It’s exactly what I wanted. The reason it looses a star is, as you can see in the photos, it is chipping in the most commonly used areas. They aren’t huge spots and can be easily touched up. For the price, touching up a few chipped spots after a year doesn’t bother me at all. Overall if you’re willing to put in the work, I would recommend this product!

Had some primer and end coat left from another project so bought this to do bath counter. Works well might want to watch some videos on you tube.

Money well spent. This kit to redo my laminate countertop was easy to do as long as you follow directions. Takes two to three days to complete because you need to let dry between steps. No odor at all in our house and we had all windows closed due to heat and humidity. The finished product is unreal, just follow the directions and take your time. Our friends and Family were amazed. If my wife and I can do this, anyone can. We had one countertop we did not like ( we did it at midnight). Next day we started over with the base coat and sponging and it came out perfect. I highly recommend this product.

If you need this paint, order 6 times the amount you need. Then— return 5/6 of that has solidified inside the container. Otherwise a great product. Hopefully you possess the time to go back and forth with ordering a product which is mostly defective.

Product looks pretty good. The water-based clear coat is not near tough enough for a counter top and you will need to recoat, and recoat. I suggest using the oil-based clear. It will go over top of latex and other water based paints and adhere well. You don't want to put water-based products on top of oil based paints. It will not stick. I gave 3 stars by how badly Giani misrepresents the product on how much space it will cover and gouges you when you need more. They should be ashamed! It's not THAT great and it's not THAT durable!