How can you repair a Formica surface, if that is possible?
A small portion of the pattern is wearing off on the kitchen table, and I really can't afford to replace the entire top. Can it be painted? Can a new piece of that type of surface be cemented over the old one? Ideas welcome!
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Hello could you possibly post a photograph to better see your situation and area of concern? I’m not sure the extent of your damaged I would think it could be touched up with acrylic paints to disguise and be sealed.
Having a visual might be helpful to be able to offer the best guidance .....to a help find the best suggestions or potential solution for your problem.
Yes, you can paint Formica. There are lots of posts here for you to scroll through:
https://www.hometalk.com/search/posts?filter=paint%20formica%20
Can you post a photo? Or be more specific as to the exact damage? Formica can be repaired in many instances depending on the type of damage.
Hi Sherry, A few years ago we re finished the kitchen counter in our place. The process is quite easy and inexpensive. Heres a link to our web site that will give you all the info to get you started. https://countrylivinginacariboovalley.com/how-to-paint-a-countertop-to-look-like-granite/
Do you have a photo?
This tutorial on painting formica might help: https://homeguides.sfgate.com/paint-formica-tabletop-27455.html
Can you provide a photo ? Sometimes you can fix Formica ... How big it is ?
There are also repair kits for formica and laminate. Not sure exactly what you need, but, here's an example:
https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B003W0JQK0/ref=cm_sw_r_apa_i_7ri1EbQKDRDX9
Hello Sherry,
If you are saying the pattern is wearing off, maybe you could colour it back in using Sharpie pens? I would suggest if the surface is wearing you should use a surface saver or maybe an oilcloth cover or Contact or special paint to cover it.
Best of luck!
You could find some help here for Formica:
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