1960s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Many Addison kitchens still have 1960s post-formed laminate. If it's flat and well attached, a new finish is a practical update.
Serving Addison & nearby Wood Dale, Itasca
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Addison, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Addison resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Addison ZIP 60101
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Addison
Resurfacing is a coating, not a new countertop, and it works best on tops that are flat, dry and well attached. Our Addison techs check that first, fix chips and loose edges, then apply a multi-coat system you can choose in a speckled granite look or a plain color.
Wanting a stone look without new stone
Speckled and flecked finishes imitate granite closely from normal viewing distance, on the counters you already have.
Counters in a rental unit
Landlords use resurfacing to refresh worn tops between tenants without the cost and downtime of replacement.
Chips and loose edges before coating
Edge damage is part of our prep. We fix it, sand it smooth and then coat the whole top including the front edge.
Formica in a color you are tired of
Harvest gold, almond, speckled brown or a busy pattern can be covered with a new coating in a modern stone look or a calm solid color.
A previous paint job that is peeling
Counter paint from a DIY kit often peels at the sink and edges. We strip the loose coating and apply a proper bonded system.
Laminate swollen around the sink
Raised, spongy laminate at the sink means the core is wet. We won't coat over it; new tops are the right fix there.
Matching new cabinet paint
Painting your cabinets? Refinishing the counters at the same time lets you pick a top color that works with the new doors.
What the work covers
- Inspection for water damageWe press, tap and look along the sink and seams to confirm the base will hold a finish.
- Masking and ventilationCabinets, walls, appliances and floor are covered, and the room is ventilated while we work.
- Deep cleaning and degreasingThe tops are degreased thoroughly, since contamination is the main reason coatings fail.
- RepairsDamage is fixed and sanded flush before any coating goes on.
- Sanding and primingA sanded profile and a bonding coat give the finish something to hold.
- Base and pattern coatsWe build up color in layers, plain for a solid finish or speckled for a granite look.
- Clear topcoatThe final clear layer protects the finish and sets how shiny the counter looks.
Materials and finishes
Stone-look finishesSpeckled or flecked coatings that read like granite or other natural stone.
Laminate (Formica)Plastic laminate is resurfaced after scuffing and a bonding primer.
Resurfacing vs. replacingResurfacing changes the look of sound tops; replacement is for damaged substrates or a material change.
Ceramic tileA coating turns a gridded tile surface into one continuous finish.
Cultured marbleCast tops in kitchens and vanities that accept a new color after repair and priming.
Before and after: kitchens near Addison
Before
AfterCountertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in a 1960s ranch, Addison
The site: a 1960s ranch in Addison. The kitchen as it was: laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was laminate worn through near the sink. The result: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered inspection for water damage, sanding and priming, plus base and pattern coats.
Before
AfterA Wood Dale postwar bi-level: before and after
The site: a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale. Before: light beige laminate. What bothered the owners most: laminate worn through near the sink. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. On site this meant inspection for water damage, masking and ventilation, plus base and pattern coats.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterCountertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in a 1990s two-story colonial, Itasca
A 1990s two-story colonial near South Side, a typical kitchen for Itasca. The kitchen as it was: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The main complaint was a yellowed molded top they wanted to change. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. On site this meant inspection for water damage, repairs, plus clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Itasca →
Before
AfterAn Addison postwar Cape Cod: before and after
Black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Addison →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Addison
Cabinets in dark teal with brushed nickel bar pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Addison →How the job goes
- Photos and a quick checkSend pictures of the counters and the sink area; we look for signs of water damage first.
- Color and finish choiceWe bring sample chips so you can see the finish next to your cabinets and floor.
- Prep and coatingWe prepare the tops and build the coating system in stages.
- Cure, then back to useKeep the counters gentle for the cure period we give you, then use them normally.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing questions from Addison homeowners
Can I cut on or set hot pans on a refinished counter?
A resurfaced top isn't made for heavy cutting or hot cookware. Treat it like a finished surface, not a work block.
Should I resurface or replace my countertops?
It comes down to the base and your plans. Sound laminate is worth coating; swollen tops or a kitchen redesign call for replacement.
Can tile countertops be resurfaced?
Tile can be coated. Grout lines are leveled first so they don't show through the new surface.
How soon can I use the counters?
You can set things down fairly soon, but heavy use, scrubbing and wet items should wait until the full cure time we give you.
Is it the same as painting my countertops?
DIY counter paint and a professional resurfacing system differ in primer, build and topcoat. That is why DIY jobs often peel at the sink.
Do I need a Addison-registered contractor for countertop resurfacing?
Addison does not require contractor registration, but trade licenses and a Letter of Intent must be submitted with each permit application. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Addison?
It depends on the scope. Addison's rule in short: Addison's Building Division states building permits are required by code for all work; most applications are reviewed within 10 business days through the online portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Addison?
Yes. Our crews work across Addison — ZIP 60101 — and nearby Wood Dale, Itasca, Villa Park.
Working in Addison
- A lot of Addison kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Addison homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60101
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Addison
Countertop RepairChips, cracks, seams and burns fixed without replacing the top.
Countertop Fabrication & InstallationQuartz, granite and butcher block, templated and installed.
Stone Countertop RestorationEtches, stains and dull spots taken out, then the stone resealed.
Kitchen RemodelingFull kitchen remodels, from layout to last cabinet pull.
Kitchen Cabinet PaintingFactory-smooth painted cabinets without replacing them.