resurfacing counter tops

[indyjps]

trying to help some friends out with a kitchen remodel. their budget is limited new counter tops arent in the plans for a few years. anyone have suggestions on resurfacing them. the counter tops are in very good shape just 70's orange colored. i have done 2 bathtubs with sherman williams resurfacing products, one in my old home sprayed and the other @ their house brushed and both turned out very nice, the brush marks actually flowed out well. I was considering trying this out on their counter tops not sure if it will eat them up or not will test. also considered just tiling over them after prepping the surface.
any other suggestions on an epoxy type sealer/resurfacer that is suitable for countertops. thanks

 

[Jay H 237]

You could just get some Avacodo appliances and brown paneling and make the counter tops go along with the decore.



I'm guessing the counters are formica. If it's still solid (not lifting or loose) you could rough up the surface and install new formica on top of it with the formica contact cement.

 

[dboat]

You could just get some Avacodo appliances and brown paneling and make the counter tops go along with the decore.



I'm guessing the counters are formica. If it's still solid (not lifting or loose) you could rough up the surface and install new formica on top of it with the formica contact cement.

+1

 

[REFLEXX]

look into a DIY concrete countertop. you total costs might be cheaper than saving your existing ones.

A friend of mine took a class and said it was insanely easy to do.

 

[poci1957]

I was at a car show last summer and visited a display of countertops/cabinets/modular floors and noticed they used regular formica countertops sprayed with black spray-in bedliner material. I thought this seemed like a great DIY idea as the bedliner material is very durable and would add strength to the coutertop and be resistant to any chemical or scratching. The possible downside I see is the irregular surface, which may be hard to keep clean. I do not recall the name of the company, one could do a web search if interested. Todd C

 

[indyjps]

i just sprayed in a bedliner and the though crossed my mind, this would definately be great in a garage or shop, thought about recovering with new formica but it has the curved lip on the front, also that would require me to do the entire job as they are "construction challenged". im thinking they could brush on the bathtub epoxy themselves, the tile would require lifting the sink etc. bottom line is im trying to assist them and not remodel their kitchen for them, they were getting ready to buy kilz and paint them. i cringe when i see a poor repair/remodel, id rather see orange counter tops than some crappy scratched up paint job. im waiting for my sherwin williams store to open and talk to them about the bathtub epoxy and make sure it wont lift or melt the formica.
there is a comapany called napco that sells supplies specifically for bathtubs and countertops that looks interesting also. thanks again.

 

[ZRWON]

trying to help some friends out with a kitchen remodel. their budget is limited new counter tops arent in the plans for a few years... ... any other suggestions on an epoxy type sealer/resurfacer that is suitable for countertops. thanks

Ever consider just installing a more desirable color/pattern of Formica right over the existing top? I must have been told by a dozen experte who ALL wanted to remove our old counter tops and install totally new ones. They said that you couldn't install new Formica directly over old. I went to the Formica web site and got a phone # for product tech support. They told me it was OK (and is ofter done) to install new over old. Did it and 5 years have passed...no problems.
Also rejected the wisdom of other expert installers who wanted to remove my old kitchen counter tops to install granite. Got granite tiles and put the mud board on the old formica counter and pasted down the granite tiles. Saved over a $1000

 

[ruby76]

I second the placement of new formica over the old. My Dad has done this with good results.

 

[thump186]

I 3rd the new formica or tile. Keep in mind that any product that is used on a kitchen counter will come in contact with food. With that in mind you need to keep in mind it needs to be non toxic and easy to clean so no food residue or bacteria is left around.

 

[DynoDave]

I was at a car show last summer and visited a display of countertops/cabinets/modular floors and noticed they used regular formica countertops sprayed with black spray-in bedliner material. I thought this seemed like a great DIY idea as the bedliner material is very durable and would add strength to the coutertop and be resistant to any chemical or scratching. The possible downside I see is the irregular surface, which may be hard to keep clean. I do not recall the name of the company, one could do a web search if interested. Todd C

This is a great idea for the shop. I'll have to try and keep that in mind.

 

[comp]

saw a show on TV they sprayed them ,,like a tub re-do

 

[diygal]

Ever consider just installing a more desirable color/pattern of Formica right over the existing top? I must have been told by a dozen experte who ALL wanted to remove our old counter tops and install totally new ones. They said that you couldn't install new Formica directly over old. I went to the Formica web site and got a phone # for product tech support. They told me it was OK (and is ofter done) to install new over old. Did it and 5 years have passed...no problems.
Also rejected the wisdom of other expert installers who wanted to remove my old kitchen counter tops to install granite. Got granite tiles and put the mud board on the old formica counter and pasted down the granite tiles. Saved over a $1000

would you be so kind as to explain how to install the formica over existing formica...since you were successful, I would love to know the steps you took.
Thank you in advance, for your reply.

 

[lamywaby]

trying to help some friends out with a kitchen remodel. their budget is limited new counter tops arent in the plans for a few years. anyone have suggestions on resurfacing them. the counter tops are in very good shape just 70's orange colored. i have done 2 bathtubs with sherman williams resurfacing products, one in my old home sprayed and the other @ their house brushed and both turned out very nice, the brush marks actually flowed out well. I was considering trying this out on their counter tops not sure if it will eat them up or not will test. also considered just tiling over them after prepping the surface.
any other suggestions on an epoxy type sealer/resurfacer that is suitable for countertops. thanks There are several options for resurfacing countertops on a budget. One option is to use a countertop refinishing kit, which typically includes a bonding primer, decorative chips, and a topcoat. These kits are available in a variety of colors and can be found at home improvement stores. Another option is to use an epoxy coating, which can provide a durable, long-lasting finish. However, it's important to note that epoxy coatings can be difficult to apply and may require professional installation. Tiling over the existing countertops is another option, but it's important to ensure that the surface is properly prepped and that the tiles are securely adhered to the existing surface countertop resurfacing dallas. Before attempting any DIY countertop resurfacing project, it's important to thoroughly research the product and follow all manufacturer instructions to ensure a successful outcome.

There are several options for resurfacing countertops on a budget. One option is to use a countertop refinishing kit, which typically includes a bonding primer, decorative chips, and a topcoat. These kits are available in a variety of colors and can be found at home improvement stores. Another option is to use an epoxy coating, which can provide a durable, long-lasting finish. However, it's important to note that epoxy coatings can be difficult to apply and may require professional installation. Tiling over the existing countertops is another option, but it's important to ensure that the surface is properly prepped and that the tiles are securely adhered to the existing surface. Before attempting any DIY countertop resurfacing project, it's important to thoroughly research the product and follow all manufacturer instructions to ensure a successful outcome.

 

[nateo]

There are several options for resurfacing countertops on a budget. One option is to use a countertop refinishing kit, which typically includes a bonding primer, decorative chips, and a topcoat. These kits are available in a variety of colors and can be found at home improvement stores. Another option is to use an epoxy coating, which can provide a durable, long-lasting finish. However, it's important to note that epoxy coatings can be difficult to apply and may require professional installation. Tiling over the existing countertops is another option, but it's important to ensure that the surface is properly prepped and that the tiles are securely adhered to the existing surface. Before attempting any DIY countertop resurfacing project, it's important to thoroughly research the product and follow all manufacturer instructions to ensure a successful outcome.

My in-laws did the refinishing kit a few years back and it looks nice and is holding up reasonably well. Definitely a cheap solution to change the colour. When we bought our house we added an island and replaced the countertops to match, getting rid of the early 00's purplish monstrosity that was there. We stayed with the laminate tops because I'm cheap and we figured we were in for a couple decades of kids abusing them. So far so good!

 

[rlitman]

Guys, you're replying to someone who was looking for help back in 2005! If he hasn't figured out what he needs by now, I don't think he ever will.

 

[Wolley]

They probably need to refresh the counters again by now. Keep those ideas flowin

 

[jwilson645]

Guys, you're replying to someone who was looking for help back in 2005! If he hasn't figured out what he needs by now, I don't think he ever will.

Blame it on the low poster that brought it back from the dead!!!!