How to Make a Kitchen Table Look Like Marble

Set the table on top of a large drop cloth to protect the floor from accidental spills or splatters of paint.

Wash the surface of the table with a mild dish soap and water. Wipe all soap residue off the surface and dry the surface with a clean towel. Let the table dry completely before painting it with a marble finish.

Roughen the surface of the table by rubbing it with a piece of 150-grit sandpaper. Avoid using a power sander to prevent grinding off too much of the surface. Wipe the table with a clean, damp rag or paper towel to remove all sanding dust.

Paint the surface of the table with a flash bond primer and let it dry for at least six hours. Apply a second coat of the primer and let it dry for at least six hours or overnight.

Paint the primer layer with a neutral color of satin enamel. Choose the tone that matches the colors in your kitchen, usually a gray or beige tone. Let the table dry for at least two days, and then apply a second coat of satin enamel. Let the table dry for another two days to verify the enamel is dry.

Paint a faux granite finish on top of the enamel by choosing two paint colors that complement each other. Sponge paint the first color onto the table with a gentle dabbing motion. Let the table dry for at least 24 hours and then sponge paint the second marble color onto the surface. Let the table dry for at least 24 hours after painting the marble finish.

Apply a clear acrylic sealer to the table surface after the marble finish is to your liking. Let the table dry for at least four days to guarantee the sealer is completely dry before using the table.