Laminate countertop(bathroom)
But the countertop is very boring. So my question is, can I add glass tiles on it to update my bathroom? Thank you.
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Z on Jan 27, 2014Hi Dianne. You are one busy woman. I do hope you come back and share your projects with us. Remember to take lots of pictures and notes too! As for covering your laminate counters with tiles, yes it is possible. This guy is kind of... odd, but he knows what he's doing. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g3dIVxy9QH8 And here's Ron Hazelton with a guy that developed another way to get the get the job done. http://www.ronhazelton.com/projects/how_to_lay_ceramic_tile_on_a_laminate_countertopHelpful Reply
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The Garden Frog with C Renee on Jan 27, 2014Before jumping into this idea, you need to outweigh the time and cost of putting tiles on the vanity top. Buying a new vanity top may be cheaper. I have tiled countertop before and I can tell you that unless you are skilled at cutting tile this is a project that will be on the medium to difficult scale. I love tile and glass tiles can be expensive and the supplies needed to do this project will not be cheap. On the other hand, paint the bathroom and paint the vanity, update the lighting, faucets, mirror, and handles and then see how you like the top. I painted my master bath and vanity and updated mirrors and the fake marble top looks so different. I have tiled counter top and I liked it for about 6 months and then I ripped out the counter top after my husband somehow cracked the bull nose and then I dropped my cast iron pan on it and smashed a couple tiles. Then another issue was: I could not handle the discolored grout just from normal kitchen spills and I did not want to keep up the maintenance of sealing the grout and even repairing it if it should crack or loosen. Tiles are great on walls, floors, and even small pieces of furniture but I would not recommend for counter tops or vanities. I have a completely tiled floor and shower/tub in the full bath so I do like tile. I just wanted to give you my experience because many things I have done and later thought "what in the heck was I thinking"Helpful Reply
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Dianne Kurtz on Jan 27, 2014Thank you.I was just wondering what to do.But I guess I will just leave it for now.Helpful Reply
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Shari on Jan 27, 2014Yeah, I kind of agree with Renee on this one. Although the tiling the counter top is not a "bad" idea, per se, there are lots of other easier ways to bring color, interest and personality into your bathroom. Fresh paint, a pretty new shower curtain, towels, maybe a throw rug in front of the sink (but not around the toilet), and even artwork can give you the pizazz you are looking for without the headache and expense of trying to tile. If you have space on the counter top, you can even add a real or faux plant or flower. I have a gorgeous deep purple faux orchid sitting on my counter top that adds a nice splash of color in my otherwise fairly neutral bathroom. You are very fortunate the counter top is white (neutral) and not some weird, outdated color or pattern that competes and clashes with the other elements you want to bring into the room.Helpful Reply
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Lesa on Jan 28, 2014You can put tile on old counter but if you do this remember your sink and faucet holes need to be adjusted and cutting tile for this requires some skill. Also, consider your counter edges, can you tile them and do you have a backsplash? This is a very do-able project just do your research, take your time, measure carefully and pick a tile that is easy to work with if you are a beginner. Usually a specialty tile store can give you the best guidance, however they may be pricier than big box stores. Have fun with your projects!Helpful Reply
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Ella H on Jan 28, 2014You can paint the laminate. It's done for kitchen counter but can also be done on bathroom counter.Helpful Reply
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Terra Gazelle on Jan 28, 2014Rust-Olem has a product line called Transformation..it is for countertops and cabinets. It is very good and I have seen the final product and very nice. You just have to follow the directions to the letter. http://rustoleumtransformations.com/Helpful Reply
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Laura Smith on Jan 28, 2014I painted my entire guest bathroom laminate cabinet and counter 12 years ago and it has held up great and it is used lots!! Getting ready to paint it again, just tired of the old look!!Helpful Reply
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Painted Therapy on Jan 28, 2014If you have a Habitat for Humanity ReStore near year, they are usually loaded with bathroom countertops at a very reduced price.Helpful Reply
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Nancy Spencer Carlson on Jan 28, 2014For an almost instant and very inexpensive fix (as well as easily removeable), check out the pics below. Use a pattern that doesn't require matching. Run it from front to back, not end to end if your counter is wider than the paper. overlap the edges by about 1/8". Be careful not to stretch the paper. If you leave a little extra over the front edge, running a razor blade along the edge while you hold the extra piece in the other hand will give you a nice clean edge. Hope this helps with your immediate problem. It's not necessarily a permanent fix. (Although I have seen people use it for even kitchen counters, and simply replace the paper when it gets messed up.)Helpful Reply
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Dianne Kurtz on Jan 28, 2014What kind of paint did you use, and do I have to use a primer too?Helpful Reply
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Pat Dollar on Jan 29, 2014Dianne, I use a product from Giani for bathroom and kitchen counters. It is easy to apply and you will be in love with the result. From boring to beautiful in only one day. Tell them I sent ya www.gianiproducts.comHelpful Reply
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Dianne Kurtz on Jan 31, 2014Pat,I just went to the website,and all I can say is WOW.Helpful Reply
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Anita Krukas on May 08, 2015Wow Wow! Thank you Pat. I will use this too!Helpful Reply
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Ms.Cosmo on May 09, 2015If you want a quick,easy & inexpensive way to redo your counter tops, I'd recommend you use the tear, wet&then lay,"wallpaper",(all purpose paper).There's no measuring, no cutting,no worries of paint spilling, glue, or any other messes & the end result is Magnificent!It looks like I've got new counter tops, in an updated kitchen! I couldn't be happier!Helpful Reply
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Diana Deiley on Feb 25, 2016Wow! I too visited the website. Amazing faux finishing.Helpful Reply
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