Can I put concrete on top of my Formica countertop?
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hiw do I Go about putting concrete over the top of my Formica countertop?
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Angela: I think you are very brave... I'd love to do this!
Maybe these will help!
http://www.lovelyimperfection.com/diy-concrete-countertops-over-laminate-surfaces/
https://abeautifulmess.com/2014/01/concrete-countertop-diy.html
It may work, but you need to consider the overall height of the counter, sink, range, etc. You may be better removing old counter and building up from the top of the cabinets. Your existing Formica top is probably 1.5" thick.
And determine if the current structure of your base cabinets is built strong enough to carry the extra weight. I went to an open house in my neighborhood yesterday. Some Harry Homeowners "tried" to do this over builder grade tile countertops. Wow, a Pinterest fail if I ever saw one. Obviously they do not have money to repair, and it is certainly hurting the sale price of the home. Local flippers are watching it carefully . . . So moral of the story is do your homework first and beef up your base cabinets before attempting.
This blogger feather coated her counters with concrete with what looks like mostly success. You can click the the link in her post to see how her counters are holding up: https://www.blesserhouse.com/diy-feather-finish-concrete-countertops/
Here is how one Hometalk contributor did it in her kitchen https://www.hometalk.com/diy/kitchen-dining/kitchen-dining-furniture/diy-concrete-countertops-44316094
DIY Concrete Countertops