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Painting a Laminate Counter Top

March 12, 2008

Can anyone tell me how to not get brush strokes in my poly coat when painting laminate counter tops?

Sharen

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By jojo (Guest Post)
March 12, 20080 found this helpful
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When I painted my laminate cupboard doors I was advised to buy a small sized roller specifically designed for enamel/gloss paints, it did a great job and brush strokes were not a concern. An added bonus was that the job was done much more quickly.

 
March 14, 20081 found this helpful
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I've found using a foam painting brush eliminates streaking. Give it try. Jan, UK

 
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February 24, 2009

Let me begin by saying that all these posts were the most helpful information I found or my project. I've lived in my house for 13 years with country blue countertops that I've hated since day one.

Painted laminate countertop.

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March 17, 2009

Well, I did it! I started with an upstairs bath that no one would have to see if it turned out really ugly, but I am just tickled. I couldn't have done it without you guys.

Before photo of painted laminate countertop.

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April 14, 2009

Well I finally got done with my project thanks to all your post on this page. I was so leery of doing this but it came out awesome.

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I did need help at the end with the second coat of Enviro though.

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July 16, 2009

I want to say that this site is awesome! I don't know how to get more than one pic on at a time so I will do this in parts so you can see it all. I did 2 bathroom vanities and my kitchen.

Before and after photos of a painted countertop.

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August 1, 2010

Can you use the counter tops that are painted the same way as the original Formica top? Or are there restrictions?

By Maria Strickland from Miramar, FL

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August 2, 20100 found this helpful
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It all depends. I have sold paint for 10 years and have yet to find a "paint" that is great for counter top durability. Scratches tend to show very easily on a smooth painted surface, so your counters will need to be painted quite often to maintain their appearance.

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One product I have found that works great, is a granite counter top paint. The variation in color hides scratches and blemishes in the counter.
I got mine at http://www.granitepaint.com
Let me know if you have any other questions, I would be glad to help.
If you do end up just painting the counters, make sure you use an enamel finish, either satin or gloss in sheen.

 

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August 6, 20100 found this helpful
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The easy answer is that paint simply is not as durable as laminate. That is why people have laminate counters. Some of the suggestions from others may be a better alternative to just painting the laminate.

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Regular paint will scratch very easily.

 
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September 13, 2010

I would like to know how to paint kitchen counter tops.

 
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October 13, 2010

How do I paint laminate countertops?

 
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November 29, 2010

I was wondering if the Gianni Kit for countertops has a strong odor. Do any of the applications have a strong odor?

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December 30, 2010

I am looking for DIY kit for painting my laminated countertop to look like a marble countertop. Please help.

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January 29, 2017

I painted my laminate countertops. I sanded and primed. I painted with acrylic paint sponged to look like marble. It looked great. I painted with Minwax spar urethane clear gloss.

There is one problem - the marblizing colors are coming off. What am I doing wrong? I am letting it dry completely between coats. Please help. Painting Countertops to Look Like Marble = light creamy tan countertop
 

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January 30, 20170 found this helpful
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You might have used the wrong sealer. Some recommendations are EnviroTex Lite or Super Glaze.

 
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