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Initial Cleaning and Inspection

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A bad Epoxy Job on Our DIY Live Edge Kitchen countertop ... how to do Epoxy repair Pt3

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What happens here

Before applying the first coat of epoxy, the countertops are meticulously cleaned and inspected. The surface is wiped down with a clean white cloth to remove any dust or debris. A bright light, specifically a Milwaukee underhood mechanics light, is used to identify even the smallest specks of dust, which could otherwise become permanently embedded in the epoxy. It's crucial not to use tack cloths as they can leave residue. The goal is a perfectly clean surface.

Goal: Ensure a dust-free and clean surface for the first epoxy pour

Tools and materials

  • Clean white cloth — Wiping down the countertop surface
  • Milwaukee Underhood Light Milwaukee — Detailed inspection of the surface for dust and debris
  • Isopropyl Alcohol Good Sense — Cleaning and degreasing the surface

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But before we pour, I'm going to go over it with uh the search light. Now, I'm using this is actually the under hood light. This is actually mechanics light from Milwaukee. Whatever you guys want to use. This is an important step because right before you pour, it's too late if you notice you have a speck of dust on the countertop because once you pour, you're going to look at that speck of dust forever. So, I go over this like every little thing. You guys probably aren't going to be able to see these. And I wouldn't see these unless I had a light to actually look for it. But everything that you don't get, you notice later on, you're going to notice for the rest of your life.

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