What is the best way to transform an ugly Formica countertop cheaply?
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maybe this link can get you started
http://www.hgtv.com/design/rooms/kitchens/painting-kitchen-countertops
Check out thisidea:
http://welivedhappilyeverafter.com/2013/06/DIYFakeGraniteCountertops.html
You can buy kits to paint it and make it look like something totally different at Lowe's or Home Depot .
You could paint it. Or, go to the hardware store and get the rustoleum product made for counter tops that's like putting a resin on them. It might cost around $40.
How about concrete countertops?
Dirt cheap solution. I've seen people use contact paper and it turned out great.
Hello Kathleen; I would paint the countertops if they were mine.
Please go to Home Depot/Ace Hardware. The Associates will help you, so that you will get the correct things which are needed to completely transform your countertops.
I hope that this helps you!!! Paint is simple, easy and is cheap!!
Trust your instincts, and get what colors you love, and want to live with.
Have fun!! Good Luck with your project!!