From Dull to Dazzling: 10 Epoxy Countertop Makeovers

Side-by-side comparison of a wooden countertop before and after an epoxy finish. One side shows the unfinished countertop in a workshop. The other displays it installed in a kitchen with a glossy epoxy finish, reflecting light beautifully.

A kitchen’s countertop is often its centerpiece — the first thing you notice when you walk in, and the surface that takes the most daily wear. But when scratches, stains, or outdated materials start to dull its charm, epoxy offers an incredible way to restore or reinvent that space.

In this showcase, we’re exploring ten remarkable kitchen transformations where epoxy breathed new life into tired counters. Each before-and-after pairing reveals how a crystal-clear epoxy finish and customizable depth of color can turn ordinary surfaces into luxurious focal points — whether you’re preserving natural wood grain, refreshing laminate, or mimicking high-end stone.

These projects show that a glossy, durable epoxy surface isn’t just a finishing touch — it’s a total transformation.

#1: From Outdated Green to Sleek Epoxy Marble

Two photos show a kitchen before and after its countertop transformation. The top image features an older kitchen with green laminate counters and wood cabinets. The bottom image reveals a stunning upgrade with white marble-style epoxy countertops, new stainless-steel appliances, and pendant lighting.

What was once a dated green laminate countertop is now a bright, modern centerpiece.

This epoxy marble finish completely refreshed the kitchen’s look — delivering elegance, durability, and a luminous gloss that outshines traditional materials.

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#2: Rustic Revival in a Country Kitchen

Two photos show a wooden kitchen countertop before and after applying UltraClear Epoxy. The top image shows the bare, unfinished wood, while the bottom reveals a beautifully polished epoxy-coated surface that enhances the golden grain and depth of the wood in a cozy, cabin-style kitchen.

This charming country kitchen came to life with a coat of high-quality epoxy. The once dull wooden surface now gleams with warmth and clarity, highlighting the natural grain while sealing it for lasting protection and effortless cleanup.

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#3: Industrial Edge Meets Epoxy Elegance

Two photos compare a metal countertop project before and after epoxy finishing. The top image shows raw metal panels and wood materials in a workshop. The bottom reveals a sleek, modern kitchen with a metallic epoxy countertop featuring a glossy mirror-like finish and a striking maroon accent down the center.

From workshop to wow — these industrial metal slabs became a stunning epoxy centerpiece.

The reflective finish adds depth and sophistication, while the rich maroon inlay provides a pop of color that transforms this loft kitchen into a bold design statement.

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#4: A Blue-Marble Masterpiece Emerges

Two photos show the same wooden slab before and after being transformed into an epoxy countertop. The top image shows a raw wood surface in a workshop. The bottom reveals a stunning finished kitchen island with a blue-and-white marble effect epoxy surface, surrounded by deep navy cabinets and brass hardware.

What began as a plain wood slab became the focal point of this kitchen. The pigmented epoxy's vibrant white-and-blue marble design adds motion and luxury, perfectly complementing the rich navy cabinetry for a cohesive, high-end transformation.

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#5: From Laminate to Luxury: A Warm Butcher Block Upgrade

A suburban family kitchen transformation showing a dull laminate countertop replaced with a rich butcher block surface coated in glossy UltraClear Epoxy, reflecting natural light and enhancing the warm wood tones against white cabinetry.

This bright suburban kitchen traded its plain laminate surface for a stunning butcher block countertop sealed with epoxy.

The result is a warm, reflective finish that adds both elegance and long-lasting durability to the family’s most-used space.

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#6: Midnight Gloss for a Modern Kitchen

Two photos show the same countertop project before and after epoxy finishing. The top image shows a plain wood surface in a workshop with a sink cutout. The bottom reveals a sleek black epoxy countertop installed in a kitchen, its mirror-like surface reflecting white subway tile backsplash and warm lighting.

From bare plywood to breathtaking shine — this deep black epoxy finish delivers sleek modern contrast. An UltraClear Epoxy finish can provide spaces like this a professional polish while maintaining lasting strength and waterproof durability.

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#7: A Wave of Color Transforms the Space

Two photos show the same kitchen before and after epoxy renovation. The top image displays a neutral countertop with oak cabinets and beige tones. The bottom image reveals a stunning ocean-inspired epoxy design in blue and white hues, paired with bright white cabinetry and modern black pendant lights.

What was once plain and dated now feels vibrant and coastal. The swirling blue-and-white “wave” design brings motion and personality to the kitchen, turning an ordinary island into a showstopping centerpiece.

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#8: From Dull to Designer Elegance

Two side-by-side photos show a kitchen transformation before and after an epoxy countertop upgrade. The first image features beige laminate counters and green walls with dated lighting. The second reveals a bright, modern space with white cabinetry, marble-style epoxy countertops, and sleek recessed lighting.

A once-dark kitchen gets a total glow-up. The epoxy’s marble-inspired finish introduces brightness and luxury through deliberate use of epoxy pigments, reflecting light beautifully and giving the entire room a fresh, upscale look that rivals high-end stone surfaces.

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#9: A Hospitable, Inviting Transformation

Two photos show a countertop before and after epoxy coating. The first image displays a plain beige laminate surface under cream-colored cabinets. The second reveals the same space transformed with a clear epoxy finish over a maple wood base, producing a rich, warm tone and glass-like sheen that reflects the light beautifully.

This countertop’s hidden potential comes to life. By applying epoxy over a maple wood base, a dull laminate surface is replaced with a vibrant, mirror-smooth finish that adds warmth and elegance to the kitchen.

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#10: Break Room with a Bold Touch

Side-by-side photos of an office break room before and after applying UltraClear Epoxy. The “before” image shows a plain white countertop beneath white cabinets. In the “after” photo, the same space features a deep green epoxy finish that adds shine and contrast against the sleek cabinetry and city view through the window.

Even a modest office space can feel fresh and modern. This break room’s transformation shows how a bold epoxy finish from UltraClear turns ordinary into striking, making daily coffee breaks a little brighter.

A new sink and other amenities complement the flashier countertop design and lower-cabinet paint job.

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A modern kitchen featuring a large island countertop coated with a deep, glossy epoxy finish. The rich walnut wood grain reflects the overhead pendant lights and surrounding white cabinetry, creating a luxurious contrast with the bright, minimalist setting.

Turning Everyday Surfaces into Showpieces

Whether in a home kitchen, cozy café, or bustling office break room, the right epoxy finish can completely redefine the space. UltraClear Epoxy brings out the best in every countertop—enhancing texture, depth, and durability with a glass-smooth brilliance that lasts.

These before-and-after transformations show just how much of a difference clarity and craftsmanship can make when your surfaces are finished in the UltraClear way.