1990s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Laminate tops from the 1990s with a coved backsplash can be resurfaced as one piece, backsplash included, if the core is dry.
Serving Batavia & nearby Geneva, St. Charles
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Batavia, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Batavia resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Crews working in Batavia ZIP 60510, 60539
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Batavia
If your counters are solid but the color or pattern is wrong, a resurfacing coat changes the look without demolition. In Batavia we clean, repair and prime laminate, cultured marble and tile tops, then spray a new stone-look or solid finish and a clear protective topcoat.
Chips and loose edges before coating
Resurfacing only holds on a solid base, so we reattach lifted edges and fill chips before anything is sprayed.
Dated cultured marble tops
If the molded top is sound but the color is wrong, we sand, prime and refinish it in a solid or speckled look.
Scratches, knife marks and stains
Stains that bleach won't touch and a web of cutting marks are covered after prep, leaving a smooth, uniform surface.
Matching new cabinet paint
Many people resurface counters along with a cabinet repaint, so the whole kitchen changes together without a remodel.
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.
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.
Tile counters with grout that won't come clean
Tile counters can be coated over so the dark grout lines disappear under one smooth finish, after loose tiles are reset.
What's included
- Inspection for water damageWe press, tap and look along the sink and seams to confirm the base will hold a finish.
- Masking and ventilationWe tape off and cover everything around the counters and set up airflow for the coatings.
- Deep cleaning and degreasingGrease, soap and silicone residue are removed so primer can grip the surface.
- RepairsDamage is fixed and sanded flush before any coating goes on.
- Base and pattern coatsA solid base color goes on, followed by fleck or mineral layers for a stone look.
- Clear topcoatA durable clear coat seals the color and gives a satin or gloss sheen.
- Cure-time and care instructionsYou get written care tips and the wait times before heavy use and cleaning.
Materials and finishes
Stone-look finishesLayered color chips under a clear coat for depth and a natural look.
Solid colorsA single uniform color, often paired with a satin topcoat.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Laminate (Formica)The most common base; it coats well when the particleboard underneath is dry and flat.
Cultured marbleMolded marble-look surfaces that can be refinished in place.
Kitchens like yours in Batavia: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Batavia. The kitchen as it was: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The reason for the call: a yellowed molded top they wanted to change. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered inspection for water damage, masking and ventilation, plus deep cleaning and degreasing.
Before
AfterGeneva kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
A two-story colonial from the 1990s in Geneva, a typical kitchen for Geneva. Before: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The reason for the call: dark grout lines across the counters. The result: 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 clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Geneva →
Before
AfterSt. Charles kitchen, 1990s two-story colonial: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
A 1990s two-story colonial in St. Charles, a typical kitchen for St. Charles. What we started with: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: a laminate color that dated the whole kitchen. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. On site this meant inspection for water damage, base and pattern coats, plus clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in St. Charles →
Before
AfterCountertop Fabrication & Installation in a 1990s two-story colonial, Batavia
Black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Batavia →
Before
AfterBatavia kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
What changed: cabinets in pale sage with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, light oak hardwood flooring and black cage pendants and slim recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Batavia →Day by day
- Photos and a quick checkA few photos tell us the material and whether resurfacing is likely to work.
- Color and finish choicePick a stone-look or solid color from samples, plus satin or gloss.
- Prep and coatingMasking, cleaning, repairs, priming and the finish coats, usually over one to two days.
- Cure, then back to useThe finish needs time to harden; we tell you when light use and full use are safe.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing questions from Batavia homeowners
Do you refinish bathroom vanity tops?
We do. A matching vanity finish is easy to add while we're set up.
What does countertop resurfacing cost?
It depends on the square footage, the base material, how much repair is needed and the finish you choose. We give a written, itemized estimate after the visit.
Does countertop refinishing really work?
On a sound, well-prepped top, yes. Most failures come from poor cleaning, skipped primer or coating over water damage.
Can Formica countertops be resurfaced?
Yes. Formica and other laminates are the most common tops we refinish, as long as they're dry, flat and well glued down.
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.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Batavia?
It depends on the scope. Batavia's rule in short: Building permits are required for all construction; a Residential Alteration handout is available. We handle the permit when one is needed with City of Batavia Community & Economic Development - Building Division.
Do you work in my part of Batavia?
Yes. Our crews work across Batavia — ZIP 60510, 60539 — and nearby Geneva, St. Charles, West Chicago.
Working in Batavia
- A lot of Batavia kitchens date from the 1990s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Batavia homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Live in the Downtown Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
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Other kitchen services in Batavia
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.