Here are the questions asked by community members. Read on to see the answers provided by the ThriftyFun community.
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
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.
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.
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.
Can anyone tell me how to not get brush strokes in my poly coat when painting laminate counter tops?
Sharen
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.
I've found using a foam painting brush eliminates streaking. Give it try. Jan, UK
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.
You might have used the wrong sealer. Some recommendations are EnviroTex Lite or Super Glaze.
