Any ideas on best way (quick, cheap, easy) to redo counter tops?
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Since this is a really small space.... granite might be an option... most of the granite places sell the cut offs and scrap pieces for a lot less..
Butcher block could also be an option.
Either you want best or quick, or cheap, or easy, or will last. Pick one or two but you may not have them all. Is there something wrong with your countertop? What is the problem you are trying to solve?
It looks like you have wood edging. How were you thinking of dealing with that where it interfaces with the laminate? If you adhere new laminate over the old the problems I foresee are 1) contact adhesive or almost anything else will not adhere to the top surface of Formica. That is what it was designed to do. 2) with that wood edging how will you trim the new laminate after installing? 3) What will you do to hide/protect the edge of the new laminate since it will be above the current surface?
Painting is a bad idea from a durability perspective unless it is a show place and not for use.
Since you would already have to remove the sink and whatever that insert is your best/cheapest/quickest/easiest/most durable solution would be to use the current countertop as a pattern to make a new countertop. Do it once and be done. Anything else will come back and haunt you year after year.
Wilson Art's laminate are a superior choice. They have a line called "High Definition" which is very resistant to scratching compared to other leading manufacturers. Unfortunately, laminating over your existing will not last. replacing them will be your best option. If you can remove your existing tops you can use them for templating the new ones. From the pics you've shown you've got yourself a a galley and not a home kitchen :) Build your new tops with marine grade plywood instead of the substrates used in residential applications. Use contact cement to adhere the new laminate sheet, get your router out to clean up the edges. I am sure that Youtube will have some great videos to show you how to make "flat lay or flat work" counter tops. This is the best option for odd shapes and you can get creative with the edge. In the galley I remodeled, I made a taller lip for the edge to stop the items sliding off. Hope this helps!
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This area looks like it might be on a boat? Anyway, a very small area indeed. There is companies that do “granite overlays” right over existing counters. This can be less money and less mess.
Good luck with your project. You could also check Pinterest for additional ideas.
Well I literally faux painted my bright yellow counter tops. Put down 2 coats of primer, let dry, and using a very porous sea sponge began adding the colors I wanted for a granite counter top effect. Sandex it smooth, wipped it dust free and sealed with polyurethane, it's been 2 years. Never regretted it and cost was about 25.00. Compliments galore. Used regular paint because I couldn't afford the kits they sell on line for same effect. Love it, my kitchen is stunning!!!
I added a faux marble countertop with a really neat product. You can check out all the details below:
https://repurposeandupcycle.com/bathroom-update-for-under-100-including-diy-faux-marble-countertops/
We painted ours and it turned out great - we love it! We started with the Gianni kit, but honestly you could prime it and use any combination of acrylic paints - they key is the sealant. We used Envirotex Lite -- it self-levels to a good thickness and has a very shiny finish. We've had no issues with it at all!
what about putting tile down over the counter top. I would think you’d have to sand the laminate so the grout would adhere. Or laying sheets of metal. That’s pretty nice too. just a thought😉
I have seen people paint their counters with special counter paint. They have different color . They look great
How can I replace a round my countertops I don't want to replace my time with cops but around Edge there is holes in them how can I do that
I used a kit from Daich --- fantastic! It's been two years now and still looks great. Had one area I needed to redo but it was a simple fix. Here is my blog post about it. http://mywonderfullymade.blogspot.com/2016/06/diy-stone-countertops.html
hi , yes I have attached a picture. My old phone crashed and had all the B4 pictures. So I don't have them to show what an amazing transformation this wasI used a lot of red, bronze and browns with black veining.
The overpayment is expensive. Granite for that small area could come from remnants. It wouldn’t cost much to have it polished and you could install it yourself pretty easily as there aren’t any angles. It will last forever and be easy care.
i used Rust-Oleum countertop paint on my lamnite 6years ago n so easy cost $20 at my local home improvement store n they can mix any color u want goes on with foam roller drying time aprox 3days but self leveling n changed my whole kitchen n great product for not a lot of money
Here’s pics u asked for it holds up great
hi no u don’t put anything on top leave as is holds up great after years of cleaning still looks great good luck
No top coat needed just follow directions on can holds up great after years of cleaning good luck
Paint and seal kits or you tube painting countertops