Can you cover existing worktops?

Can you cover existing worktops?

Can I cover any worktop? Technically the answer is Yes. That is one of the main qualities of worktop overlays. As long as you have a strong, stable worktop, thin granite, quartz or recycled glass surfaces can be fitted directly on top.

Can you cover laminate worktops?

Lay Laminate Over the Countertop If you have old laminate (Formica, Wilsonart, etc.) countertops that have square edges, you can cover them with a layer of new laminate, which is sold in sheets up to 5 feet wide and 12 feet long.

Is vinyl wrap good for worktops?

Yes most worktops can be wrapped – we would advise on the material best to use and the care required to ensure longevity but it is really common sense.

How do you seal the edges of a laminate worktop?

Ensure that the cut edge of the worktop is flat and free from dust before attaching the matching edging strips, which are provided with all our laminate worktops. Edging can be attached by applying PVA adhesive – or an all- purpose contact adhesive such as Evo- Stik or Bostik – directly to the fibreboard edge.

How can I update my kitchen worktops cheaply?

Overlay your kitchen worktops But you can buy thin pieces of material – usually quartz – that can be fitted over the top of your current worktops! Obviously, this is way cheaper than buying brand new solid quartz worktops but the result is just the same.

What can I use to cover laminate countertops?

Laminate countertops can be covered to refresh the look. ‘Contact paper is a great short-term solution to cover outdated laminate countertops,’ says Erin Dunlap. For a longer term fix? ‘An epoxy countertop paint product is a much better option if you want your DIY effort to last more than a year or two,’ she says.

How can I update my kitchen worktop without replacing it?

Give a kitchen countertop new life with paint Using paint is a super simple way to cover kitchen countertops, and can produce elegant results. If you’re covering laminate, you might want to opt for a specialist paint like Rust-Oleum’s Countertop Coating, which is tintable to 12 colors.

Are you supposed to seal laminate countertops?

However, The Plywood recommends using a sealant that the laminate manufacturer suggests to bar any unseen issues. A gel gloss for laminate countertops is a nonharmful, abrasive cleaner that removes pesky surface scratches and oxidation offers a protective wax coating and a high-gloss finish.

How do you protect the edges of a countertop?

Use good granite countertop protectors to help prevent chipping the edges. A wide expanse of gleaming granite seems indestructible and permanent. However, even in the tidiest of kitchens, the vulnerable edges of granite can get nicked, scratched and even cracked.