Our microcement bonds directly to most solid, structurally sound substrates — including laminate worktops, hardwood plywood, moisture-resistant MDF, existing concrete, quartz, marble and granite. The surface must be clean, dry and stable before you begin. Full substrate guidance is included in your kit.

No. The kit is designed specifically for confident DIYers with no prior microcement experience. The pre-dosed components remove all the measuring and mixing guesswork. Follow the step-by-step video guides included with your order and you'll achieve a professional finish. First-timers complete this every weekend.

Most indoor worktop projects are completable over a weekend — typically 1 to 2 days including drying time between coats. Day 1 covers primer, mesh tape and the first microcement coat. Day 2 covers the second coat and sealer. You'll need to allow the sealer to cure fully before putting the worktop back into heavy use.

Yes — once the Concrete Lab Sealer has fully cured, the surface is food-safe and suitable for food preparation. The sealer creates a hard, non-porous barrier that is water-resistant, stain-resistant and easy to clean. As with any sealed surface, avoid prolonged contact with acidic liquids and use a chopping board for cutting.

Both systems use the same microcement formula. The 2-coat kit includes two powder packs, two resin bottles and two dye packs — this is sufficient for most worktop applications and gives excellent colour depth and durability. The 3-coat kit adds a third layer, which gives a slightly richer, more layered finish and extra material for larger or more complex surfaces. If in doubt, the 2-coat system is the right choice for a standard kitchen worktop.

Most application issues can be corrected before the sealer is applied — microcement is workable right up until it's sealed. Our support team is available by phone and email throughout your project. If there's a fault with the product itself, we'll replace it immediately, no questions asked.

Yes — we'd always recommend it. Screens show you a colour; a physical sample shows you the colour, texture, sheen and how it reads in your own light. Our colour samples are hand-applied, sealed and waxed — the real product on a real substrate. They're £2–£4 each and could save you ordering the wrong colour for a full kit.