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Affordable Renovation
With Countertop Resurfacing
Let's face it;
remodeling a kitchen can be an expensive prospect.
From appliances and paint to floors and countertops,
transforming a kitchen completely can require quite a
bit of money and time. For most of us, tackling the
entire project at once is simply cost-prohibitive. But
there are ways to visually transform your kitchen space
without breaking the bank. The answer lies in creative
solutions to kitchen renovation; and one such idea is
that of countertop resurfacing.
There should be no underestimating countertops in their
ability to set the tone in a kitchen. Because they cover
the space that they do - and because are often the focal
point of the kitchen - they dramatically change the
style of an area. Changing the countertop will allow you
to carry through with the design you desire and visually
impact the space with just one renovation.
But as dramatic as they are, countertops can also be
expensive. And sometimes, changing them completely is
not within a standard budget. Luckily there are ways to
transform the countertops without having to change them
completely; countertop resurfacing is an affordable and
easy way to change the look of your kitchen without the
mess and expense of replacing the materials completely.
Luckily, most kitchen countertops come in a standard
size; this can be a major advantage when it comes to
countertop resurfacing as laminate material often comes
ready to buy at the standard sizes of most countertops.
Today's laminates come in an extensive selection of
colors, styles, and textures and because they are
mass-produced, they are often extremely affordable.
Laminate material is only about one sixteenth of an inch
thick and, therefore, can be handled quite easily. But
before you adhere the new laminate to the existing
countertop you need first to prepare the countertop
itself. Begin by removing the countertop and stripping
it of its laminate and glue. This can be done with
chemical solutions available at home improvement stores.
Once the glue and laminate is removed the exposed wood
needs to be sanded smooth in order to create a pliable
surface for easy adherence.
Once your surface is ready you can spread the glue for
your new laminate. Again, this specific glue can be
purchased at a home improvement store. The most
important part of this process is to make sure that the
glue is spread thinly and evenly over the entire
surface. Uneven glue distribution can result in bubbling
of the laminate and an uneven countertop surface.
A glue spreader can assist you in making this layer of
glue as even as possible. Be sure that the glue reaches
the edge of the countertop in order to achieve a proper
seal of the laminate to the edges. The edges are
critical to countertop resurfacing as edges that are not
properly glued down can fold or come loose, exposing the
laminate to moisture and subsequent damage.
A heavy roller can be used to roll over the laminate to
ensure even adherence of the counter top and glue. Some
glue seeping out of the edges is to be expected, and can
easily be wiped off before it dries.
Still looking for the perfect counter tops? Try visiting
http://www.typesofcountertops.com - a website
that specializes in providing counter top advice, tips
and resources including information on formica
countertops.
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