Formica countertops can put up with a lot of chopping, mixing and sliding of hot pots and pans over the shining surface. This can lead to dings, gouges and a countertop dull with tiny scratches in the protective coating of the Formica. However, if you stain a laminate countertop, the smal...
Formica countertops are made of a thin layer of this laminate over a particle board. It is an economical covering compared to other surfaces, and very durable, not scratching or chipping easily. If you have Formica counters, but have decided that you prefer a new design, you can glue down ...
The reason you should prime your laminate furniture first before painting is simple. Laminate has a shiny finish and if you just try to paint directly on it, the paint will not adhere well and you'll visibly see the paint bubble up as soon as you apply it. I've made this mistake befo...
You can absolutely adhere this tile right to your existing wall if it is in great condition. In our case, after removing the 4″ granite backsplash we had originally, there was a small gap between the counter and the wall, and hanging the tile right on the wall would have left too big...