Simulated Stone Concrete Countertops
TWO: VEINING METHOD
Surecrete’s Veining Compound adds the right amount of color where you need it, while baking soda is used to add texture to the countertop surface.
What You’ll Need
- Chip Brush
- Spray Bottle With Water
- Surecrete Xtreme Series Pre-Cast Mix
- Surecrete Pre-Cast Modifier
- Surecrete Color Packs – Desert Sand (2)
- Baking Soda
- Surecrete Xtreme Series Veining Compound
Step 1 – Veining Technique
Step 2 – Create Voids
Step 3 – Veins on Vertical Surfaces
Step 4
Step 5 – Continue Filling the Form
Step 6 – Add the Backer
Previous: Forming![](https://www.concreteexchange.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/simulated-stone-concrete-countertop-forming-step-1-2.jpg)
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We completed this form under 30 minutes using CHENG’s Concrete Countertop Forms and Wall Liners along with spray adhesive and double sided tape.
Next: Staining![](https://www.concreteexchange.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/08/simulated-stone-concrete-countertop-staining-step-2-2.jpg)
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Apply water-based stains with an HVLP sprayer to add random color variations and simulate the natural appearance of stone.