Since we were going to spray paint our countertops with thisstone textured spray paint,we wondered if this step was necessary. Our countertop was already a light yellowish color, so we didn’t need to lighten it, and we assumed that the spray paint would cover it completely. We ended up ...
Step 1: Remove Old Countertops & Install New Plywood Base To start, we took off the laminate counters. Only a couple of screws hold it on from the underneath, so no biggie there. Next we installed a plywood base. This is the spot to make changes to your existing layout/footprint, if...
Laminate countertops are everywhere, whether you like them or not. If your home was built between the 1940s and the 1970s, we’d confidently bet you’ve got laminate counters someplace in your house. They’re inexpensive and can mimic the appearance of pricier stone counters. Plus they’re ...
Thanks to a spate of new offerings, laminate countertops are enjoying a resurgence. While laminate was once associated with outdated kitchen designs, many retailers now offer gorgeous options that look just as stunning as natural stone but are far more affordable. Perhaps best of all, laminate is...
And that, friends, is the story of the blue dresser/how to paint laminate furniture! Thanks so much for being here. Want more? Head over to this post and check out my top 10 thrift store furniture makeovers, or this post where I answer your top 5 furniture paint questions! 'Til ne...
Since sharingmy budget kitchen makeovera few weeks ago, the number one question I have been asked is how my painted laminate countertops are holding up. It has been almost three years since I originally painted my countertops and they have definitely been put to the test during that time!
The trick to a clean cut with either saw is to use a straightedge or, better yet, a custom jig to guide the saw throughout the cut. Post-form countertops have an integrated backsplash that sits at 90 degrees to the countertop surface. This means you have to make two cuts: one that ...
Laminate Cleaning: Homeowners who have installed laminate countertops may wonder how to best clean this material surface. A solution of warm water and a mild soap or bleach is all that is required to clean this countertop material. To prevent scratches, only non-abrasive cleaning clothes or ...
The real secret to a great-looking tile floor isclean grout. Because grout is porous and absorbs grease and other stains, it can be tricky to keep clean. Here's how to get your grout to look like new: Make a DIY grout cleaner:Skip commercial cleaners and instead make a paste of bakin...
Which Countertops Have to Be Sealed? How to Clean Laminate Countertops Is Your Steam Mop Damaging Your Floor? How to Clean Granite Countertops and Make Them... How to Clean, Condition and Protect Leather How to Clean a Stained Toilet Marble Vs. Quartz: Which is Better?Site...