tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-19875109148717239642024-03-04T20:26:53.717-08:00Giani Granite Countertop PaintGianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-52552819471397654782011-12-01T08:31:00.000-08:002011-12-01T08:31:40.099-08:00How to cover up Rustoleum Countertop Paint with Giani Granite Countertop Paint<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRuFqKXh8632aza8L5U9IXQmarVjHa208Aa4A80Asc7DMIGLCKtIztihyphenhyphenLCbu_8nRSCn-yUqszo12adkOVU6AEFAfSKebEpZQkPOiEnjYsJDMC9Ra7v1slWR-lj_lBV1l2XoBp6vDKwJ4/s1600/RustGiani.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><b><img border="0" height="111" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRuFqKXh8632aza8L5U9IXQmarVjHa208Aa4A80Asc7DMIGLCKtIztihyphenhyphenLCbu_8nRSCn-yUqszo12adkOVU6AEFAfSKebEpZQkPOiEnjYsJDMC9Ra7v1slWR-lj_lBV1l2XoBp6vDKwJ4/s320/RustGiani.jpg" width="320" /></b></a></div><h3 class="post-title entry-title" style="font-weight: normal;"><span style="font-size: small;">The question of how to paint Giani over other types of countertop paint is becoming more frequent as this countertop category grows.<br />
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<span style="font-style: italic;">It is possible</span> to paint Giani over other painted counters if they are sanded or de-glossed. You do not have to sand down to the original countertop, just rough up any type of top coat or epoxy with a fine grit (600 grit) sand paper. Remember to clean off any sanding dust.<br />
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Once this is done you can begin the steps of Giani- 1. Roll primer, 2. Sponge minerals, 3. Roll Top coat... and wallah! You will have a new shiny granite finish! </span> </h3><div class="post-header"> </div><span style="font-size: small;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-pa-0S6pzQ3F4YxZIFbM1TqoKXQWAOHv6BjRMI_jlh9hAlVoBO7CTF6RvZBc9vndpIQgxtjqKNT6qNih6lJUCsnvNx53A50rOhPdGaBx4FXci5jAzu7kj8TA2vhDAl3UVP86JLsiFQ_Y1/s1600/RustGiani.jpg"></a></span>GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com54tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-8515026767093263542011-11-11T06:05:00.000-08:002011-11-11T06:05:50.007-08:00Countertop paint Review by: A Champagne Mind:<a href="http://achampagnemind.blogspot.com/2011/11/counter-transformations-review.html">http://achampagnemind.blogspot.com/2011/11/counter-transformations-review.html</a><a href="http://achampagnemind.blogspot.com/2011/11/counter-transformations-review.html">http://achampagnemind.blogspot.com/2011/11/counter-transformations-review.html</a>GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-48484148415126193722011-11-09T11:15:00.000-08:002011-11-09T11:16:52.688-08:00To Buy Giani Granite Paint for Countertops visit: Gianigranite.comTo Buy Giani Granite Paint for Countertops visit: <a href="http://gianigranite.com/">Gianigranite.com</a><br />
Here you will find many kits to choose from. You can also find a store directory for this Countertop paint that looks like granite!GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-24042151365391660112011-11-08T11:08:00.000-08:002011-11-08T11:08:16.693-08:00How to Apply Countertop Paint:<style>
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<h3><span>How to <a href="http://gianigranite.com/">Paint your Countertop with Giani Granite </a></span></h3><h3><span> </span></h3><h3><span>Before using GIANI</span><sup><span style="font-weight: normal;">™</span></sup><span> <span> </span></span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span></span><span style="font-size: 10pt;">Prepare counte rtop surface and tape off before starting your GIANI™ granite fun! . . .</span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>No sanding required. Simply use household scouring pads – such as SOS<sup>® </sup><span> </span>or Brillo<sup>®</sup> to remove all grease, wax and dirt -<span> </span></span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Do not use any other cleaners - <u>Rinse</u> with water and cloth at least twice - to remove <u>all</u> cleaner residue – </span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">Use FrogTape<sup>®</sup> Painter’s Tape to stop bleed through on walls and cabinets</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> -</span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"></span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span></span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">Tape two rows high</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"> </span><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">above back splash to protect<span> </span></span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Patch deep nicks & seams with </span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">wood patch. Sand the patch smooth </span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span></h3><h1><span> </span><span style="font-size: 3pt;"></span><span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">GIANI™ will cover thin scratches </span></h1><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Remove any loose caulk - or </span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">any silicone caulk</span><span style="font-size: 10pt;"></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> and replace</span> <span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">with paintable caulk</span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span> </span>Roll on Primer</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span><span> </span>Note - apply Primer in small, three foot sections so the sections are still wet when they overlap -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>First, shake and stir the <span>can well.</span> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Next, use the foam brush to paint a narrow, half-inch wide strip at the top and bottom of the backsplash in that section -<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Now, use the roller to apply a thin coat of Primer to countertop.<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Next, roll the primer onto your backsplash without re-wetting the roller because it ensures a thin coat.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Now, move onto the next section so their overlap blends together while they’re wet. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Once the Primer dries to the touch – which is typically in about one hour – you may go back and lightly re-roll any areas or spots you may have missed - </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Clean foam brush after using and throw away the used roller- </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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</style> </div><h3><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-weight: normal;">Sponge on Giani Granite Countertop Mineral Paint</span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"> </span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Note - after Primer coat dries for eight hours – practice the upcoming fun Mineral step on your included Practice Poster Board! </span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>To apply Minerals, lightly sponge on all the Minerals in two foot sections -</span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>This allows your colors to mix while wet</span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><span> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Sponge lightly because you can always go back and add more color – even after the colors dry! -<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>“Color on top of color adds depth”! –</span></div><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Apply colors in order</span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Use final Mineral color lightly – because a little goes a long way</span></h3><h3><span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;"><span> </span>Sponge</span> <span style="font-size: 10pt; font-weight: normal;">very lightly on backsplash and edges to prevent runs.</span></h3><div class="MsoNormal"><span> </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">After Minerals have dried for a minimum of<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>four hours, </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 45pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Sand down any sharp peaks<span> </span>created by sponging.<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 45pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>See<span> </span>“sanding” option -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span> </span>Roll on Clear Topcoat for Countertops</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Watch the “Topcoating Tips” on the included Demo DVD - because a countertop application requires a little different technique than wall painting.<span> or visit <a href="http://gianigranite.com/learnhowcountertoppaint.html">http://gianigranite.com/learnhowcountertoppaint.html</a></span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>To begin - use the foam brush and apply a narrow strip of Topcoat at the top and bottom of your backsplash in a section that’s <u>about three feet wide</u>.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Next, use the roller and apply a <u>very thin</u> coat to your backsplash face in the section.<span> </span>Make sure it’s very thin so it doesn’t run.<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Next, apply the topcoat to the top of your countertop in the section.<span> </span>Be sure to keep your roller wet – if it starts sounding dry, then re-wet it. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span><u>Immediately</u> after covering the countertop section, place your roller at one end of the section – and lightly roll across it - all the way to other end –<span> </span>using <u>one</u> long, end-to-end roll stroke.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Note - if you have a “water-fall” or sloping edge, then you may continue your roll stoke right over - and off the sloped edge -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Next, repeat these single back rolls over entire section<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span><u><span> </span>Once you ‘back roll’ the section – do not re-roll that section again because it may create dry spots.</u></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span><span> </span>Immediately after finishing the section<span> </span>- move onto the next section so the overlap between your sections blend together while they’re wet.<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Clean roller pad and dry.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Wait 4 hours, apply 2<sup>nd</sup> coat. 3 coats - maximum.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>See more tips on topcoating on Page 3</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"> <style>
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 7.5pt 0.0001pt 0.25in; text-indent: -9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span>1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Giani™ is designed to turn laminate, Formica<sup>®</sup>, Corian<sup>®</sup>, cultured marble, ceramic tile and wood – into the beauty of granite!<span> </span>-<span> </span>Not for sinks, tubs, flooring or shower floors. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 7.5pt 0.0001pt 0.25in; text-indent: -9pt;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><span>2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Cultured marble, ceramic tile, and Corian<sup>®</sup> should be lightly sanded first with a very fine grit #600 silicon carbide sand paper. <span> </span>Wood must be very smooth - or use MDF wood</span><span style="font-size: 9pt;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 7.5pt 0.0001pt 0.25in; text-indent: -9pt;"><span style="font-size: 9pt;"><span>3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Bare wood must be pre-primed before applying the Giani™ Primer - Apply the appropriate wood primer with a foam roller for ‘ultra smooth finishes’.<span> </span></span><span style="font-size: 9pt;"></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Drying Times . . .<span> </span></span></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Note – all application times are minimums - you may wait longer . . .<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 9pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 45pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span>1.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Roll on one thin coat of Primer, then wait<span> </span>8 hours</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 45pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span>2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Lightly sponge on all Minerals, then wait .4 hours</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 45pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span>3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Roll on first Clear Topcoat, then wait . 4 hours<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 45pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span>4.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;">Roll on your final Topcoat., then wait . . . </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span>- 1 hour and carefully remove tape -<span> </span>be sure to score the tape’s edge while pulling it up <span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span>- 12 hours and apply clear acrylic caulk around sink’s rim to seal out water </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 0.5in; text-indent: 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span><span> </span>- one day before using your countertops and dishwasher </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 0.5in; text-indent: 9pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span>- three days before setting small appliances back on your countertops<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 16.5pt 0.0001pt 0.5in; text-indent: 9pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span><b><u>IMPORTANT</u> – Giani</b></span><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">™</span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"> Granite cures in 14 days at 77º F and 50% relative humidity -<span> </span>Lower </span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span><span> </span>temperatures and higher humidity will extend the curing time - <span> </span>TIP – avoid standing water </span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span>on your countertops - <span> </span>especially for the first thirty days – </span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 9pt;"><span> </span><b>Cleaning . . .</b><span> </span>NEVER use harsh chemicals such as bleach or any abrasives such as Comet<sup>®</sup> or Soft Scrub<sup>®</sup>.<span> </span>Never use scratchy pads.<span> </span>ONLY use mild dish soap and water - or Giani™’ Cleaner. If food gets stuck on, lay warm wet cloth on it for few minutes and remove with cloth.<span> </span>ALWAYS use cutting board.. . BE SURE to use a hot pad under your coffee pot or crock pot.<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-right: 16.5pt;"><br />
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</style> </div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Scan to watch Giani</span><sup><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 9pt;">TM</span></sup><span style="font-family: Calibri; font-size: 10pt;"> <span> </span></span><a href="http://gianigranite.com/learnhow2countertoppaint.html"><span style="font-family: Calibri;">Demo Video</span></a></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">Giani Tips </div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Cans are not filled to top because standardized cans are used</span></u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">.<span> </span><u>Adequate volumes are provided to complete 35 SQ.FT</u>.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">You may lightly sand after your Mineral application and your first Topcoat to optimize smoothness.<span> </span>Use a #600 grit sand paper and wipe up dust.<span> </span>See more details on Page 4 – </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For tips on applying the Topcoat to a large peninsula or island – see Page 3 or watch “Topcoating Tips” video on DVD. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">See “COLD WEATHER ALERT” when applying Giani™ in the winter time on Page 4 </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Need any assistance?<span> </span>Call 800-650-5699 M-F 7:00 am – 4 pm CST or email <u>info@GIANIgranite.com</u> </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Share your Giani™ granite creations with us at <a href="mailto:info@GIANIgranite.com">info@GIANIgranite.com</a> and enjoy the beauty you and Giani™ create in your home! <b><span> </span>. . . </b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">A. “Cut sponge into wedge sections…</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Shake out any particles, rinse and <b><u>dry out.</u></b></span></div><br />
<div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For countertop</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For backsplash face</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For backsplash bottom corner</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">B. “Blot with the ‘spiny side . . .</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span> </span></b><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">Not the flat side…</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b>C. </b><b><span style="font-family: Arial;">“Sponge on in two foot sections…</span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">A.</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> Start on countertop</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">B.</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> Then paint bottom of backsplash. Use “Pencil Tip” below or ½” thick artist brush</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">C.</span></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> Finish up with backsplash face<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>and countertop edge </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span><b>Note – sponge <u>very lightly</u> on<span> </span></b></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>these faces to prevent runs </span></b></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">TIP </span></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">– “Stick the tip of a pencil into a tiny, one inch piece of sponge and</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>use it to tap all the Minerals into the bottom corner of your backsplash”.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="text-align: justify;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Note – light and thin taps are best – because it’s easy to go back in and add more. Practice your style on the Practice Board.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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<li class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Build “depth” by going back in and adding light accents after </span></li>
</ul><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>your first application of Minerals have dried - </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">The final Mineral goes a long way – so use sparingly and blend in -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 9pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Special Note - for Bombay Black™ Granite</span></u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> -<span> </span>You may wish to add the Black Onyx Mineral after the Pearl Mica has dried - because it will create a deeper black granite -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 0.75in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">- You may also find that it’s optimal to add the Bronze Mineral after the other colors have dried because it intensifies the Bronze. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 9pt;"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Symbol; font-size: 10pt;"><span>·<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><b><u><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">For veining</span></u></b><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"> - lightly paint in veins with a very thin artist brush -<span> </span>Use the color that will create some contrast with your granite. Apply the veins after your Mineral application has dried – and lightly spot add another color over them to soften. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 27pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><b><span style="font-family: Verdana; font-size: 18pt;"><span> </span></span></b><b><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><span> </span>“How To Achieve the Optimal <u>Topcoat</u> Finish on a <u>Big Kitchen Island</u>!”… Watch </span></b><a href="http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI7RCAgkpJg"><span style="font-family: Verdana;">http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AI7RCAgkpJg</span></a><b><span style="font-family: Verdana;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">GIANI’s Clear Topcoat is an automotive grade, water-based, Polyurethane that’s engineered to provide a hard protective shell over the beautiful granite you have just created! -<span> </span></span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>The Polyurethane is designed to flow and dry quickly to prevent hair and dust particles from sticking while it’s drying<span> </span>-<span> </span>As a result here’s a few tips on how to get optimal coverage on a big kitchen island or a long peninsula -</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>Note – you may also view a Demonstration Video dedicated </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>specifically to top coating a big island labeled “Topcoating Tips” on the included Demo DVD </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span> </span>_______________ </span></div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 25.5pt;"><br />
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</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 43.5pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span>2.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Work efficiently – don’t break for a few minutes in the middle of top coating an island -<span> </span>because you want each overlapping row to be wet and blend with the previous row –</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 43.5pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span>3.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Always keep your roller wet. - don’t let it get dry.<span> </span>You’ll need to continuously re-wet your roller in your roller tray.<span> </span>As soon as it start’s making an “sssssss” sound while you’re rolling it, then that’s indicating its getting too dry – and you’ll need to re-wet your roller in the tray.<span> </span>The rolling process should almost be soundless.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 43.5pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span>4.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">To begin, roll on one <u>very light</u> coat of topcoat - onto your island’s edges first.</span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 43.5pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span>5.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">Next, move onto your island, and apply the topcoat in narrow sections that are about the width of two rollers – </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal" style="margin-left: 43.5pt; text-indent: -0.25in;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;"><span>6.<span style="font: 7pt "Times New Roman";"> </span></span></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">After you coat each narrow section – place your roller at the far end of the section<span> </span>- and lightly “back roll”– in <u>one</u>, long roll. – Then -<span> </span>lift the roller - and repeat this in the next row. </span></div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
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<div class="MsoNormal">Although Christmas should be about giving, it does not have to be about giving knick-knacks! </div><div class="MsoNormal">You can be the favorite this season by giving a gift of real importance that your family and friends will be thanking you for years to come. The key to reaching the heart this Holliday is by reaching the home. </div><div class="MsoNormal">With home makeover budgeting becoming harder for the average American, spending over $ 80.00 on a remodeling gift is likely to be impossible. Contrary to popular belief however, gifts of huge value, such as brand new countertops, do exist and at an affordable price! Here is the 2011 scoop on really making an impact on your gift giving but not on your wallet.</div><div class="MsoNormal">#1. Giani Granite Paint Kits for Countertops; Giani Granite Paint kits are a new option for giving “granite” with a much friendlier price tag. </div><div class="MsoNormal"> Because Granite is the 1 choice for today’s countertops, with natural beauty, shine and warmth, it is no wonder it remains the premiere choice.</div><div class="MsoNormal"> “ Giani is a gift,” says Ashley Parker, Giani customer. “I had everyone over for Thanksgiving and they were more enthusiastic about my granite counters that I created than my cooking!” </div><div class="MsoNormal">Everything you need to paint your counters into style comes in one beautiful kit- perfect for wrapping! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFcGgEPfFg5xl20qXmXDdJhvK-NrMPMGeEh_gmLL0usaesSdruX9Rabuk5XOKP32VEbzY4aC_FYvIq356dvyC00o1VMzHtlSzUWuXIJQ1BhefoXa5c-flT4fhmDd5IhzskEyxTKV6UGq4/s1600/B_A_GIANIGRANITE.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="105" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFcGgEPfFg5xl20qXmXDdJhvK-NrMPMGeEh_gmLL0usaesSdruX9Rabuk5XOKP32VEbzY4aC_FYvIq356dvyC00o1VMzHtlSzUWuXIJQ1BhefoXa5c-flT4fhmDd5IhzskEyxTKV6UGq4/s320/B_A_GIANIGRANITE.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div class="MsoNormal">Giani Granite Kit Gift Cards are now available at <a href="http://www.gianigranite.com/">Giani Granite.com</a></div>GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-20483415756226334012011-10-10T09:14:00.000-07:002011-10-10T09:14:36.792-07:00Wal-Mart has Giani Countertop Paint<a href="http://gianigranite.com/WalMartstores.html">http://gianigranite.com/WalMartstores.html</a><br />
Counter top paint kits now available at Walmart! Visit link to see store locations. Lets Make Rock! GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-24641452108180878352011-10-10T09:05:00.000-07:002011-10-10T09:05:41.773-07:00Countertop Paint: Kitchen Makeovers!<style>
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</div><div class="MsoNormal">Go "new" with paint!!!!</div><div class="MsoNormal"><br />
</div><div class="MsoNormal">* Refinish countertops: An overwhelming percentage of U.S. homeowners want granite tops because of their natural elegance, but unfortunately, their huge remodeling commitment and high price result in buyer hesitation. Now you can paint over your outdated countertops with granite paint. Giani Granite provides counter top paint kits that include everything you need to refinish your counters reviving your outdated kitchen. (<a href="http://gianigranite.com/">http://gianigranite.com/</a>).</div>GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-79437734183379494112011-03-16T10:24:00.001-07:002011-03-16T10:24:42.182-07:00New Topics March 2011Preparing for next next set of Blogger Reviews. <br />
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Do not Push your roller all the way on and it will roll more smoothly.GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-35843405277734699712010-12-21T12:19:00.000-08:002010-12-21T12:23:14.535-08:00Coming Soon:All new video with tips from experienced Giani Painters!: Paint minerals on backsplash first so that you do not have to lean over your wet Giani Granite creation.GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1987510914871723964.post-91396370912942627442010-12-21T12:16:00.000-08:002010-12-21T12:16:43.815-08:00New from Giani:Giani has just introduced a new self cross-linking formula that provides superior adhesion and durability!GianiGraniteUserhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14751366936262728834noreply@blogger.com2