Replacing Old Laminate Countertops

These had one screw in them.

Replacing old laminate countertops.

I got online to see how others tackled this problem. Laminate has been a widely used countertop material since the 1950s. This type of problem typically requires complete. There are just a couple of screws holding the countertops on.

Laminate replacement is straightforward. If your laminate has bubbles cracks or loose seams there s a good chance the glue has lost its grip. Start by removing the old tops photo 1. Lift the countertop with a friend to avoid injury.

I used a drill to remove the screws and then the countertops lifted right off warning they are heavy. The existing countertop material high definition laminate countertops or solid surface materials screw into place so they are easier to change especially if you are replacing the counter just for resale says john petrie ckd president elect of the national kitchen and bath association and owner of mother hubbard s custom cabinetry. However the solid colors can instantly make a kitchen appear out of date particularly if the edges and seams are dark and distinct and the stone patterns lack the. The only ones i found used a straight edge and a razor blade.

It s about half the price of granite easy to maintain and comes in a variety of colors and patterns. This method works on laminate and solid surface kitchen countertops. If you re looking to give your countertops a whole new look but are watching your budget you can completely transform them for less than 300.