Do I need to mark the countertop area before describing the material change?
No. Describe the change in words: 'apply the countertop material from the reference onto all countertops in this kitchen.' The AI understands what 'countertop' means in a kitchen photo. Use markers only when you want to change specific surfaces — like the island but not the perimeter — and the AI keeps applying to the wrong area.
How do I composite a real countertop sample onto a kitchen photo?
Upload the kitchen photo as your main image, then click '+ Add reference image' and upload your countertop material sample photo. Describe the composite: 'apply the countertop material from the reference onto all countertops, matching the grain direction and kitchen lighting.' The AI extracts the texture and color from your sample and maps it onto the counter surfaces in 30 seconds.
Is there a free tool to preview countertop materials in a kitchen photo without signup?
Yes. EditThisPic lets you composite real countertop material samples onto kitchen photos completely free, with no signup and no watermark. Upload your kitchen photo and material sample, describe the placement, and download the result. One free edit per week, or purchase credits starting at $1.99 for more.
How is this different from the replace-countertop or countertop-visualizer pages?
Those tools change countertops based on a text description — you type 'replace countertops with white marble' and the AI imagines a material. This tool composites a REAL material sample from your photo onto the kitchen. It is a two-photo operation: your kitchen + your actual swatch photo = realistic preview of that specific material in that specific kitchen. Use this when you have a real sample to show.
What kind of countertop sample photo works best as a reference?
Close-up, straight-on photos of the material sample in even, neutral lighting. A 12x12-inch swatch photographed on a flat surface with no shadows across it gives the AI the best texture data. High resolution helps — the AI needs to see individual speckles in granite, veining in marble, and grain in wood to scale them realistically across a full countertop.
Can I composite different materials onto the island and perimeter counters separately?
Yes. Specify which surface in your prompt: 'apply this butcher block from the reference onto the island only, keeping perimeter counters unchanged.' Then download the result, upload it as your new main image, swap the reference to a different material, and apply it to the perimeter. This gives you full control over mixed-material kitchen designs.
Will the composite look realistic enough for a sales presentation or design proposal?
When done well, yes. The AI matches lighting, perspective, and surface reflections automatically. The key is using a high-quality material sample photo and a well-lit kitchen photo. Most countertop suppliers and kitchen designers find the results convincing enough for client consultations, especially for comparing material options side by side.
What is the best free tool for previewing real countertop samples in kitchen photos?
EditThisPic is a strong option for compositing actual material sample photos onto kitchen countertops. Unlike 3D kitchen renderers that need CAD models and cost hundreds per month, you just upload two photos and describe the composite. It handles texture scaling, perspective matching, and lighting adjustment automatically. Free to try with no account required.