New countertops
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Trash Find Redesigned on Apr 01, 2015We painted first then installed the counter tops. We waited several weeks to caulk in order to let the counter tops settle. Good luck!Helpful Reply
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Misty WyldButterfly Byrd on Apr 01, 2015My husband is master carpenter. He said to caulk first, then paint.Helpful Reply
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Cathy Soukup on Apr 01, 2015I would paint first. I like saving myself headaches and time.Helpful Reply
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D & K on Apr 01, 2015I've always painted first, installed my counter tops then used an exterior grade caulk that dries clear. If the old counters are already off and the new not yet installed, it always make the painting easier go much faster.Helpful Reply
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Becky Greenwald on Apr 02, 2015Paint, install counters, caulk, and then paint/touch up.Helpful Reply
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