Ep54 - Epoxy Resin Countertops | Stunning White Counter Transformation
Turning a plain white galley counter into a custom epoxy resin surface—plus the prep, planning, and teamwork that make a clean pour possible.
Episode Overview
Some projects are about systems and safety. Others are about turning a space into something that actually feels like home.
In this episode, we shift gears and focus on the galley—specifically, creating a custom epoxy resin countertop that transforms a plain surface into something durable, bright, and uniquely ours. Before the pour can even happen, we have to do the unglamorous work: setting up a climate-controlled workspace, moving in materials, and making sure everything is clean, organized, and level. Epoxy is unforgiving, and preparation is everything.
Once the space is ready, the real fun begins.
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Step-by-step epoxy resin countertop pour transforming a galley surface during a liveaboard refit.
Preparing the Workspace
Before any resin gets mixed, we set up a temporary workshop designed for one thing: control.
That means:
- stable temperatures
- clean surfaces
- organized tools and materials
- careful leveling of the countertop
It’s slow, methodical work—but it’s what makes the difference between a stressful pour and a successful one.
The Epoxy Pour
With everything staged, Shawn’s sisters from NW Resin Design join us in Virginia to help turn a simple white counter into a one-of-a-kind epoxy surface.
We walk through:
- final prep before mixing
- managing timing and flow during the pour
- watching the surface come to life as the resin settles
It’s one of those moments where patience pays off immediately. The transformation is dramatic, and seeing the counter take shape makes all the setup worth it.
Why This Project Matters
A galley countertop might seem like a small thing compared to engines or rigging—but it’s one of the most-used surfaces on the boat. This project marks a shift from teardown mode into rebuilding with intention.
It’s also a reminder that refits aren’t just about making a boat functional again—they’re about creating spaces you actually want to live in.
In This Episode
- Setting up a climate-controlled workshop
- Organizing materials for an epoxy project
- Precision leveling for a countertop pour
- Epoxy resin mixing and application
- Transforming a plain counter into a finished galley surface
What Comes Next
With the countertop complete, the galley starts to feel whole again—and attention shifts back to heavier mechanical work. In EP55, we dive deep into reassembling one of our Yanmar diesel engines, focusing on reliability, maintenance, and doing the job right before it ever goes back in the boat.
