paint formica countertops

There are several different painting methods used to transform old looking plastic laminate tops into new creations. Formica countertops, when properly coated, can last a long time. In this article, we’ll review some of the products available over the counter that are specifically designed to reshape this type of material. I will also provide the necessary steps to refinish surfaces with oil based paints which are then sealed with a urethane top coat.

oxidized oil
This paint brand has developed a single coat countertop paint that can be applied with a roller and small brush. The preparation process is quite easy. All you’ll have to do is wash the top with soap and water, then lightly sand it down. Next, apply masking tape to protect the walls and cabinets. Then, roller and brush a coat of Rust-Oleum paint onto the counters and let it dry for three to four days. Once dry, the surface will have a satin finish. It is not necessary to apply a primer coat before applying the Rustoleum. The product has sixteen different color tint options to choose from. The special coating is made with HomeShield antimicrobial protection, which is designed to reduce the chance of mold or mildew growth.

Giani Granite
The Giani company has developed a system to recolor many different types of countertop surfaces to resemble Granite. The kit comes with everything needed to transform laminate, Formica, Corian, or wood countertops into beautiful, brilliant-cut Italian simulated granite. They call this a paint-by-number system that begins with the application of the primer, then three paint colors are sponged on, and finally the top coat sealers are applied. Rollers, foam brushes, and sponge applicators are included in each kit. The kit’s pattern selections are named Roma Red, Sapphire Blue, Emerald Green, Chocolate Brown, Bombay Black, and Sicilian Sand. Painting a formica countertop for a kitchen or bathroom vanity will take about four days to complete.

oil based paints
In fact, I got this information from an article I read on Tim Carter’s Ask The Builder website. If you want to paint your Formica laminate countertops a custom color of your choice, this is the system to use. You will first clean the lids with a mild soap solution; I like to use Dawn liquid dishwashing detergent for this step. Then lightly sand all surfaces to be painted and vacuum the dust off the counters. Apply one coat of oil-based primer, two coats of finishing color oil-based paint, then four coats of clear urethane floor finish. Follow manufacturer’s suggestions for dry times between coats.

Before beginning this type of resurfacing project, it’s important to be absolutely sure that you want to do it. Once the painting process begins, there is no way to go back to the original color of the Formica countertop.

Rush jobs are not allowed
You will need to set aside enough time to complete the project in a professional manner. He would plan to spend no less than four or five days reshaping her blouses. This will allow primer coats, topcoats, and final sealers sufficient time to cure. After completing the job, you should not clean the surface of painted Formica laminate countertops with any type of cleaner for approximately two weeks.