Sorry it has taken so long, but here we go... All these items can be purchased at WM.
1. Clean the countertops with a 50/50 mixture of vinegar and water.
2. Sand the cpoutertops with a med. grit sandpaper. (I used a sanding block)
3. Repeat step 1 and wait for it to dry.
4. Prime with a white or black oil based primer. (I bought one quart of black Rust-Oleum and used a sm foam roller.)
5. Wait 24 hrs for the primer to cure. (I was impatient and only waited about 5 hrs.) 
6. Sponge coordinating acrylic paints over the primer until the look you want is achieved. These paints can be found in the craft section of any big box store. I bought the 8oz bottles of Apple Barrel brand. I also used balled up sheets of paper towels to apply (many of them) because it gave it a more random look. You can mix and match the paints to give a more muted look also.
7. Wait several hours for that to dry.
8. Apply water-based polycrylic using a good quality synthetic brush. (I used Minwax) I applied 6 coats waiting 2 hrs between coats. Sand lightly when dry between coats.
Cost for supplies was roughly $55.00
If anyone has any questions, feel free to ask.
Instructions for painting laminate countertops
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