Head to a local slab yard and see what types of remnants they have available," she says.

Want more design inspiration?

“Try using peel-and-stickcountertop covers,” she suggests.

Green vintage kitchen with wooden cutting boards.

Ashley Montgomery Design

“Just measure your counters, cut the paper to fit, and smooth carefully.”

Countertop Paint Kits

Another great affordable DIY choice comes in the form ofcountertop paint kits.

Plus, they can be strategically placed to cover any unused outlets.

marble kitchen countertops

JK Interior Living

Using laminate to cover old countertops

The Spruce / Carson Downing

A kitchen with white cabinets, a white marble backsplash, and concrete countertops

White Sands Design Build

Using a granite effect spray paint on a kitchen countertop

The Spruce / Carson Downing

A kitchen with white walls, white backsplash tiles, white marble countertops, and off-white kitchen cabinets

Becca Interiors