Painted Kitchen Countertops - safe to eat off polyurethane .
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August 18th, 2008
I have been looking into painting my kitchen counter tops. I have found many DIY internet sites but none of them ever state that it is safe to eat from. The final step is a polyurethane finish and I am curious if this is safe. I plan to use cutting boards for food prep anyway, but just want to be aware of the concerns if there are any.
Anyone painted their counter tops . sealed w/ polyurethane . is it safe . Thanks in advance for your replies
itchmybacknow says:
Over 10 years ago I used Polyuretine, when I mableized the kitchen counterr tops: and they are still being used. I put on several layers and went with the manufactures suggestins. We however never cut foods on them. WE use a washable cutting board. I also done our concrete kitchn floor in this and had great results. I mop,and use murphy and bleach to clean with. (light solution) Like 1-quart of water to 1-tsp, or more bleach when I clean the counter tops. We have always been careful to not allow food to lay on the surface and wipe off after every spill.
August 18th, 2008 at 4:02 pm
Tule Junqui says:
Is it food safe.
http://www.popularwoodworking.com/features/finish3.html
With what should you paint it.
http://www.homeenvy.com/db/7/407.html
I am not sure why someone is suggesting top coating with polyurethane. What will it be adding to a good quality paint.
August 18th, 2008 at 4:32 pm
Todd J says:
Once it has fully cured, it will be foodsafe.
August 18th, 2008 at 5:08 pm