Concrete laminate countertops

My lifelong relationship with laminate countertops is finally over. Gracing the kitchen in which I grew up, laminate seemed to me the workhorse of countertops —most homes seemed to have them. Please refer to our Knowledge article. Concrete Formwood Add to cart.

We have wanted concrete counter tops for some time but they are quit expensive. Covering our laminate sounds like. Updating old laminate countertops without having to completely replace them can be a big challenge. Faux finishes can often look, well… faux , and tackling a DIY project (like pouring your own concrete countertops ) can be tricky and exhausting. Inspired by the urban city, this concrete has dimension and depth in a traditional warm grey.

An innovative new option combining a vertical grade laminate and adhesive into one product. In gathering our ideas for the new studio space, we realized that we would finally have a chance to try our own concrete countertop DIY. We loved reading about this DIY countertop last year and were so impressed that we wanted to try it ourselves. Lumber Liquidators sells butcher block in foot sections. We used one (cut down ourselves) to build an entertainment center nearly ft.

But I would love to cover up my black laminate countertops in this concrete ! I decided to give these a shot mostly because I didn’t have the money yet to go full-on with new counters and didn’t. Wilsonart’s enhanced antimicrobial protection is built into the laminate to protect the surface against damaging microbes. Antimicrobial agents protect the surface against growth of mold and mildew that cause stains and odors when used for countertops and work surfaces. Was an experiment too, but turned out awesome!

I love the look of concrete counter tops ! If you choose laminate , be wary of placing any hot pans directly on the surface as it can scorch easily. With a little care, they stay like new for many years. The thinner countertop with straight edging strip works perfectly in a modern style kitchen. By using concrete overlay instead of a solid concrete countertop , the structure won’t be as heavy.

In this video I will tell you step-by-step how I used feather finish concrete over my existing laminate countertops to transform my kitchen. I also painted my backsplash and replaced the sink. You might want to rethink your kitchen backsplash when you see what this woman did! The cost for concrete countertops ranges from $to $1per square foot. I did it all on my own while the kids were at school and hubby was at work, so please excuse the lack luster photos.

Unique blend of raw materials that looks like stone or concrete. I’m currently in the waiting stage of our cement over laminate countertops. Though we didn’t have the same oops as you all had I wish I’d seen your blog before beginning this (by the time it’s sealed) day journey to concrete heaven! I am so inspired to try this now! Ummm, I hate laminate and I can’t afford stone or solid surface.

And months ago (back when I thought I was going to be totally awesome at DIY and the whole reno would take months), I figured that I could handle making concrete countertops. Cement Water Reducer Improves Workability And Strength. We were planning on the incrediably intimidating process of fabricating concrete countertops to replace the poor quality Wilsonart laminate that degraded within a month of installation. Now, since the basic structure is fine, I’ll changeout using this.

Countertop Materials You Can Actually Afford. To determine the size of your countertop , measure the base cabinets or your existing countertop. Our island countertop will be 3’ x 4’.

The key to a great countertop is a well-built mold to pour the concrete into. Of course, you would love to replace it. Rest assure there are plenty of ways you can transform that old surface into a new one without busting your budget. From real stone to durable concrete , here are five DIY kits that will give your ugly countertop a beautiful new finish. Step 1: Enter Your Zip Code.

I discovered your blog just in time because I’m considering concrete countertops for my tiny condominium kitchen. How many running feet of countertop did you do for that money? Ordinary laminate countertops are looking a lot better to me now! I’m already devoted to your site and thank you for telling it like it is.

The EZtop system completely resurfaces, restores and updates these old or outdated surfaces to achieve a modern, clean look. All opinion are 1 my own. This post is sponsored by Encore. The concrete material is not expensive, but one con is that the fabrication and installation can drive up the price due to the time intensive nature of the process and the weight of concrete slabs.

The laminate countertop is a cousin of laminate flooring: layers of paper treated with resin and pressed together under high heat and pressure. Under this paper-and-resin layer is a base of composite chip wood. Cost-efficient options like self-sticking laminate , ceramic tiles, paint and concrete can all be used to resurface a kitchen countertop at a fraction of the cost required to fully replace the surface. The cost of concrete countertops will depend on if you go the DIY route or have them professionally installed (either pre-cast or poured in place)—and how much personalization you want.

Things are about to get exciting! A bit of background… Our bathrooms are full of cultured marble counter tops with integral sinks that were quite popular in the early 80’s.