What is the technique for (or can it even be done) laminating over the top of existing laminate (formica-type) counter rops. I have a project that the original counter top was built in place and then the office was finished arouond it. Seems it would easier to just apply new surface. The existing surface is in good condition, they just want to make a color change. Thanks.
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I have a friend that applied granite 12" tiles over a formica counter. If the counter is is in good shape. No delaminating should work. For his tile job he was concerned with the counter being flat and he used "Pro Flex" thinset. Not sure of formica over formica I can't see why not. Maybe someone has the right adhesive.
Same as before, edges first then the top.
If the existing is in good shape and not of the post-formed variety (no rolled edges or backsplash), then it can be done by thorough cleaning with acetone and lightly scuffing with sandpaper, then applying as if new. Use solvent based glue, not water based.
I've done it...about 20 years ago. I don't know how it turned out or if it lasted. It was holding fine when I walked out. The job was for a GC that I worked for and I suppose he would have alerted me if it failed.
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I have pulled this one off several times and Normel is right except sand first and NOT lightly then clean with Acetone. Go with the solvent base because the two surfaces are nonporous and you will get great results. Go get um. Mike
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Ps Just kidding.Just because you can, doesn't mean you should!
Warning! Be cautious when taking any framing advice from me. There are some in here who think I'm a hackmeister...they might be right! Of course, they might be wrong too!
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Just did the very thing you describe yesterday morning.
We put a transition counter down and someone put a chip in it the first day!
Scuffed it with 60 grit sander and re-laminated, two days latter and its still there. <G>
Doug