25 DIY Countertop Ideas to Elevate Your Kitchen

Give your kitchen the makeover it deserves with one of these DIY countertop ideas. There are all sorts of projects here for installing or refinishing existing countertops on your own. There's something for every skill level so you're sure to find a project that you can tackle.

You'll find lots of different materials and styles that the DIY countertops come in. You can pick something similar to what you have for a simple refresh, or you can change it up completely with a countertop that's going to change the whole look of your kitchen.

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Resurfaced and Painted Countertops

Lemon Thistle

These countertops started out as green laminate. A DIY countertop resurfacing kit was used to create this farmhouse kitchen countertop. The final look is a black, speckled surface that's really going to make your kitchen look great.

Resurfaced and Painted Countertops from Lemon Thistle
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Solid Maple Wood Countertops

Dans le Lakehouse

This beautiful countertop is made of solid maple wood sanded down and prepared for installation. This project takes you through the whole process from picking out the wood, to finishing the countertops. It's a stunning DIY wood countertop that would look great in any kitchen.

Solid Maple Wood Countertops from Dans le Lakehouse
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Faux Marble Painted Countertop

A Beautiful Mess

Using a DIY faux marble countertop kit, this kitchen is transformed into something entirely new. There's a little bit of painting that you'll need to do for the same look, but you'll find lots of great tips here on how to do it.

Faux Marble Painted Countertop from A Beautiful Mess
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Chalk Paint Countertop

Freckled Laundry

Chalk paint can be used in all sorts of projects and here it's used to refinish a countertop. It adds an extra layer of fun and could be used on even just a small area of the countertop. It may not be very durable, but it can look really interesting. You'll need to stay on top of regular waxing to keep these looking their best.

Chalk Paint Countertop from Freckled Laundry

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Installing Granite Countertops Yourself

Chatfield Court

If you dream of granite countertops, here's a guide to installing them yourself. Cutting and installing granite yourself can be tricky, but you'll save a lot of money doing it on your own.

Installing Granite Countertops Yourself from Chatfield Court
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Faux Reclaimed Wood Kitchen Countertops

Remodelaholic

You can create beautiful faux reclaimed wood kitchen countertops starting with brand new wood. This project shows you just how to distress and stain the wood so it looks reclaimed. The result is perfect for a farmhouse-style kitchen.

Faux Reclaimed Wood Kitchen Countertops from Remodelaholic
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Penny Countertop

Wildfire Interiors

If you want to go for something completely unique, consider using an interesting material to top your counters. Here pennies are used to create a bar countertop. It's a casual countertop that is a lot of fun and will be the conversation of many a guest.

Penny Countertop from Wildfire Interiors
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Butcher Block Counters with an Undermount Sink

A Beautiful Mess

These DIY countertops are made out of reasonably priced butcher block. Butcher block gives the kitchen a more casual look but lends itself to a variety of styles, so it looks great in just about any kitchen.

Butcher Block Counters with an Undermount Sink from A Beautiful Mess

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DIY Concrete Countertops

Wildfire Interiors

As part of their kitchen renovation, the countertops were redone in concrete. Concrete countertops look great and can withstand a lot of abuse. It's also a doable DIY project that will take you through setting the form, pouring the concrete, and then finally sealing the counter.

DIY Concrete Countertops from Wildfire Interiors
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How to Make a DIY Wood Countertop

H20 Bungalow

This kitchen has been remodeled with new countertops and it makes a huge difference. It looks amazing now! For the counters, butcher block is used to create this beautiful look. The whole project's here, just follow the steps.

How to Make a DIY Wood Countertop from H20 Bungalow
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How to Paint Countertops to Look Like Marble

Lovely Etc.

Learn how to paint the look of marble onto your countertops with this tutorial. In just an afternoon or two, your countertops are going to look brand new. The project includes directions for sealing the counters.

How to Paint Countertops to Look Like Marble from Lovely Etc.
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Wallpaper Covered Countertops

Stowe and Tell U

Here's a unique idea for a DIY countertop! Use peel-and-stick wallpaper to get a wood look or any other look you'd like. This is a very budget-friendly project that can be changed out as often as you desire.

Wallpaper Covered Countertops from Stowe and Tell U

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DIY Butcher Block Countertops

Tidbits & Company

White oak butcher block countertops really make this kitchen reveal something to envy. These are going to be some solid countertops that last for years to come. Some special touches are added here that really sets this kitchen apart.

DIY Butcher Block Countertops from Tidbits & Company
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Epoxy Over Laminate Counters

Mimzy & Company

Here laminate counters are covered with several layers of epoxy to get this stunning look. Several colors of paint are used to get the look of marble. This is a wonderful project if you're looking for an affordable makeover.

Epoxy Over Laminate Counters from Mimzy & Company
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Copper Countertops Tutorial

Remodelaholic

Now for something completely different! Here the old counters are removed and copper sheeting covers the new ones. These counters take a little bit of maintenance but they'll be well worth it.

Copper Countertops Tutorial from Remodelaholic
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Pour In Place Concrete Countertops

The Inspired Workshop

With just a handful of supplies, you can create these pour-in-place concrete countertops. This tutorial has you start by installing a cement board and then using the pour-in-place concrete. There's all kinds of advice on how to install concrete countertops here.

Pour In Place Concrete Countertops from The Inspired Workshop

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How to Install New Laminate Over Old Laminate

Addicted 2 Decorating

If you're looking for a quick DIY countertop project, this may be just what you're looking for. It shows you how to install new laminate over old laminate, without removing any. Laminate is inexpensive and easy to care for, making it a nice choice.

How to Install New Laminate Over Old Laminate from Addicted 2 Decorating
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Live Edge Countertop

Simplicity in the South

Live edge countertops are becoming more and more popular for kitchen accents and home bars. The outside edge is left natural with the cut of the wood. Here it's left natural, but you could easily paint or stain it for more durability.

Live Edge Countertop from Simplicity in the South
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How to Paint Kitchen Countertops

The Honeycomb Home

Learn how to hand paint your kitchen countertops with this DIY project. You'll start with a counter refinishing kit and then use several colors of white paint. Then you'll paint on the marble veins until you're happy with the look.

How to Paint Kitchen Countertops from The Honeycomb Home
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Refinishing Concrete Countertops

Addicted 2 Decorating

If you already have concrete countertops, you may be ready for a change. Here you'll learn how to refinish them to get rid of any unsightly stains that may have appeared over the years.

Refinishing Concrete Countertops from Addicted 2 Decorating

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Update Laminate Countertops with Paint

Blue iStyle

This laminate countertop has been given a few coats of paint with a countertop resurfacing kit. Afterward, the counters look like they've been redone in granite. It's the same look for a much lower price point.

Update Laminate Countertops with Paint from Blue iStyle
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DIY Granite Countertops

The Honeycomb Home

You can get the look of granite countertops with a countertop kit made especially to get the look of granite. Sponges and brushes are used to paint on the detail. The final result is a realistic-looking granite counter.

DIY Granite Countertops from The Honeycomb Home
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How to Paint a Laminate Countertop

Postcards from the Ridge

You've got to see this DIY countertop idea to believe it. Paint is used to cover up dated laminate countertops. The result looks great and you'll be able to do this for a fraction of what a new countertop would cost.

How to Paint a Laminate Countertop from Postcards from the Ridge
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Wood Countertops for Under $50

Designing Vibes

Here's a butler's pantry countertop that has been redone in wood. It looks beautiful and it will cost you under $50 to build. It's a straightforward build that would be great for someone wanting to learn the basics of woodworking.

Wood Countertops for Under $50 from Designing Vibes

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Faux Slate Countertops

Kate Decorates

These DIY countertops don't have to just be used in the laundry room. This faux slate look would go wonderful in a modern or contemporary kitchen. You'll start with laminate counters and then use some chalk paint to create the beautiful look of slate.

Faux Slate Countertops from Kate Decorates

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