How to Make Your Own Countertops With Pebbles

A pebble countertop is an organic design. Customize your own pebble countertop with a resin finish for a durable and beautiful counter that can withstand the elements next to a pool or the constant glass sweating of a home bar. You can make the countertop of pebbles only or mix pebbles with other materials such as glass, bottle caps, pictures or even a favorite childhood toy such as die-cast cars. Once you master the method, you can use your imagination to create different themes for countertops.

Plywood
Measuring tape
Pencil
Saw
Wood trim
Wood glue
Caulk
Epoxy resin
Water
Bucket
Stir stick
Trowel
Pebbles
Level
Sandpaper

Instructions

- 1
  Measure and cut the plywood to the length and width you want the counter to be.
- 2
  Measure and cut the wood trim to frame the plywood. The frame should rise 1 to 2 inches above the plywood base, or higher if the pebbles are bigger. The frame needs to hold the resin in place. Attach the frame with wood glue.
- 3
  Caulk the inner trim where the trim meets the plywood to create a seal where the resin can't seep through. Allow the caulk to cure overnight.
- 4
  Mix the resin in a bucket with water. Follow the manufacturer's label for ratios since each brand is different. Work outdoors or in a well-ventilated area to avoid inhaling the resin fumes.
- 5
  Pour the pebbles on the plywood and smooth them out with the trowel. Evenly distribute pebbles to cover all areas within the frame.
- 6
  Pour the resin mixture over the pebbles. Smooth over with the trowel until the resin sits flush with the wood trim.
- 7
  Let the resin dry for 24 hours. Check the balance with a level and add another layer of resin if required.
- 8
  Sand the resin with fine grit sandpaper for a smooth, level finish.

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