How to Make Bottle Glass Countertops
Using glass bottles for a countertop project is a great way to recycle the bottles. The bottles are broken into pieces and applied to the countertops for a unique design that you can create on your own. You can use one bottle color or several.
How to Make Bottle Glass Countertops
Materials Needed
- Dish soap
- Sponge
- Cloths
- Alcohol
- Glass bottles
- Hammer
- Old sheet
- Gloves
- Goggles
- Bucket
- Thinset mortar
- Grout
- Trowel
- Sealer
- Paintbrush
- Fill the sink with warm water and add dish soap. Use a sponge and the cleaning solution to thoroughly clean the countertops. Rinse the counters with clean water. Dry the counters with a clean cloth and allow them to further dry by air.
- Apply alcohol to a clean cloth and wipe over the countertops. This will remove any oil or grease and prepare the counters for the project. Allow the counters to completely dry.
- Draw a design for the glass placement. You can go on the Internet to find designs or create some of your own.
- Place the glass bottles in an old sheet. Use a hammer to break up the glass. Make sure you wear gloves and goggles during this step. Place the pieces in a bucket and take them inside.
- Prepare the thinset mortar by following the directions on the package. When you apply the mortar, make sure you only work on a small section on the counter at a time.
- Apply the thinset mortar to a small section on the counters. Place the glass pieces on top of the mortar. Continue applying the mortar and glass pieces until the counter is covered and you have reached the edge of the countertops. Allow the thinset mortar to dry for one complete day.
- Prepare the grout according to the directions on the package. Apply the grout to the gaps in between the glass using a trowel. Use a damp cloth to wipe away the excess grout. Allow the grout to dry for two complete days.
- Pour sealer over the countertop. Use a paintbrush to spread the sealer. Allow the sealer to dry for three days before using the counter.