Dans le Lakehouse

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 might tackle.

A teal and white kitchen with open shelving

Dans le Lakehouse

You’ll find lots of different materials and styles that the DIY countertops come in.

Resurfaced and Painted Countertops

Lemon Thistle

These countertops started out as green laminate.

ADIY countertop resurfacing kitwas used to create this farmhouse kitchen countertop.

A black and white kitchen

Lemon Thistle

The final look is a black, speckled surface that’s really going to make your kitchen look great.

This project takes you through the whole process from picking out the wood, to finishing the countertops.

It’s a stunningDIY wood countertopthat would look great in any kitchen.

A blue and white open kitchen

Dans le Lakehouse

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.

This project shows you just how to distress and stain the wood so it looks reclaimed.

A faux marble counter in a kitchen

A Beautiful Mess

The result is perfect for a farmhouse-style kitchen.

Here pennies are used to create a bar countertop.

It looks amazing now!

A black chalk paint countertop

Freckled Laundry

For the counters, butcher block is used to create this beautiful look.

The whole project’s here, just follow the steps.

Learn how to paint thelook of marbleonto your countertops with this tutorial.

Granite countertops under a sunny window

Chatfield Court

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 MarblefromLovely Etc.

A kitchen with faux reclaimed wood countertops

Remodelaholic

Wallpaper Covered Countertops

Stowe and Tell U

Here’s a unique idea for a DIY countertop!

Use peel-and-stickwallpaperto 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.

A long countertop made out of pennies

Wildfire Interiors

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.

Several colors of paint are used to get the look of marble.

A butcher block sink with an undermount sink and a brown faucet

A Beautiful Mess

This is a wonderful project if you’re looking for an affordable makeover.

Epoxy Over Laminate CountersfromMimzy & Company

Copper Countertops Tutorial

Now for something completely different!

Here the old counters are removed andcopper sheeting coversthe new ones.

A poured concrete countertop

Wildfire Interiors

These counters take a little bit of maintenance but they’ll be well worth it.

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.

A kitchen with wooden countertops

H20 Bungalow

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.

The outside edge is left natural with the cut of the wood.

A painted laminate countertop

Lovely Etc.

Here it’s left natural, but you could easily paint or stain it for more durability.

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.

Faux wood countertop

Stowe and Tell U

Afterward, the counters look like they’ve been redone in granite.

It’s the same look for a much lower price point.

Sponges and brushes are used to paint on the detail.

A butcher block counter with a white sink

Tidbits & Company

The final result is a realistic-looking granite counter.

Paint is used tocover updated laminate countertops.

It looks beautiful and it will cost you under $50 to build.

Marble-like counters in a white kitchen

Mimzy & Company

It’s a straightforward build that would be great for someone wanting to learn the basics of woodworking.

Thisfaux slate lookwould 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.

Copper countertops in a kitchen

Remodelaholic

A concrete countertop in a kitchen

The Inspired Workshop

A white countertop with green cabinets

Addicted 2 Decorating

A live edge countertop

Simplicity in the South

A white kitchen with white countertops

The Honeycomb Home

A painted concrete countertop

Addicted 2 Decorating

A black speckled countertop in a cluttered kitchen

Blue iStyle

Faux granite countertops in a kitchen

The Honeycomb Home

A laminate countertop that has been painted gray

Postcards from the Ridge

A wooden countertop above gray cabinets

Designing Vibes

Black slate-like counters with yellow cabinets

Kate Decorates