Question 1

What do you use to clean the finished product?  I like to use bleach in the kitchen to clean.  Can you use bleach on this?  Can you use a scrub sponge?

Accepted Answer

No, don't use bleach or a scrub sponge.  You can use hydrogen peroxide to kill germs and a soft cloth.

Question 2

Does it scratch easily?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, it does scratch easily. I used this in April 2018 and followed all directions- including the prep which is the most important step. I have taken very  good care of the counter tops- no scrubbing, mild soap to clean,  using a cutting board for everything, used a towel or pot holder underneath anything that may potentially damage it. It started to wear off in some places and scratch in August 2018. I'm here looking to see if there is a guarantee for the product. The end result looks  fabulous (until it scratches) , so I am trying to find out what my options are. I hate the thought of having to buy another kit because I've followed all directions. Hope that this is able to help somebody !

Question 3

A friend of mine said you had to scrub your counters before you can paint them?  What do you scrub them with?

Accepted Answer

Having done the counter in my last house (and now shopping for this to do in my new house!) I would say it depends on what you have now. I had linoleum from the 1940's in that house and cleaned it with TSP, rinsed super well and then did lightly sand to ensure a clean and highly adhesive surface.  It help up PERFECTLY for the year or so I lived there, I used the Bombay Sapphire and it was gorgeous.

Question 4

Ariel,
What did you use to apply the Helmsman Spar Urethane? Brush or roller? If roller what type? Thanks.

Accepted Answer

I used the same roller that came in the kit.  Applied two coats sparingly, let them dry completely between coats.  It does give a nice texture.

ASIN	B0034IHY5O
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#908,131 in Tools & Home Improvement ( See Top 100 in Tools & Home Improvement ) #2,086 in Interior & Exterior House Paint
Brand Name	Giani
Color	Bombay Black
Color Code	'#000000'
Container Type	Can
Coverage	35 square feet
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (8,702)
Dry Time In Hours	12
Finish Type	Gloss
Full Cure Time	16 Hours
Global Trade Identification Number	00891056001338
Included Components	12 oz. IronCore Primer-Base Coat, 16 oz. Glitter Topcoat, 4 oz. Bronze Mineral, 4" Giani Paint Sponge, 6 oz. Black Onyx Mineral, 6 oz. Pearl Mica Mineral, 6" Giani Roller Arm and 2 Roller Pads, Brush, Practice Board
Indoor Outdoor Usage	Indoor
Is Waterproof	False
Item Form	Aerosol
Item Type Name	Kit
Item Volume	16 Fluid Ounces
Item Weight	5.2 Pounds
Manufacturer	Giani
Model Name	Paint
Model Number	Countertop
Paint Type	Acrylic
Part Number	FG-GI BOMBAY
Size	1 Count (Pack of 1)
Special Features	Washable
Specific Uses For Product	Countertop
Surface Recommendation	Tile
UPC	891056001338
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Water Resistance Level	Water Resistant

Giani Countertop Paint Kit (Bombay Black)

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