1950s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Original 1950s laminate is a good candidate when it's solid. We coat the top and the integral splash together.
Serving Elmhurst & nearby Villa Park, Lombard
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Elmhurst, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Elmhurst resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Elmhurst ZIP 60126
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Elmhurst
We refinish dated counters in Elmhurst kitchens in place: the cabinets, sink and backsplash stay where they are. Prep and repairs come first, then the base and finish coats, and the counter cures before it goes back into daily use.
Counters in a rental unit
In a rental, a refinished counter turns around quickly and the cabinets and plumbing stay untouched.
A previous paint job that is peeling
Peeling DIY coatings come off first. Then we prime for adhesion and build the finish in the right number of coats.
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.
Matching new cabinet paint
When the cabinet color changes, old counters often clash. A new counter finish ties the two together.
Chips and loose edges before coating
Chipped corners are rebuilt and loose edge strips reglued first; a coating over a loose edge would crack at the joint.
Wanting a stone look without new stone
Speckled and flecked finishes imitate granite closely from normal viewing distance, on the counters you already have.
Formica in a color you are tired of
When the laminate is in good shape but the color dates the room, resurfacing changes it in a couple of days without new tops.
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 ventilationCabinets, walls, appliances and floor are covered, and the room is ventilated while we work.
- Deep cleaning and degreasingGrease, soap and silicone residue are removed so primer can grip the surface.
- RepairsChips filled, edges reglued, loose tiles reset and grout joints leveled.
- Sanding and primingA sanded profile and a bonding coat give the finish something to hold.
- RecaulkingJoints at the wall and sink are sealed again after coating.
- Cure-time and care instructionsWe tell you when you can use the counter lightly and when it reaches full hardness.
Options to choose from
Resurfacing vs. replacingResurfacing changes the look of sound tops; replacement is for damaged substrates or a material change.
Stone-look finishesSpeckled or flecked coatings that read like granite or other natural stone.
Laminate (Formica)The most common base; it coats well when the particleboard underneath is dry and flat.
Cultured marbleCast tops in kitchens and vanities that accept a new color after repair and priming.
Solid colorsA single uniform color, often paired with a satin topcoat.
Before and after: kitchens near Elmhurst
Before
AfterAn Elmhurst 1950s ranch: before and after
This one is a 1950s ranch in Elmhurst. The kitchen as it was: light beige laminate. The reason for the call: laminate worn through near the sink. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered masking and ventilation, recaulking, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Before
AfterAn Addison postwar bi-level: before and after
The site: a postwar bi-level in Addison. Before: 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. On site this meant inspection for water damage, repairs, plus recaulking.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Addison →
Before
AfterOak Brook kitchen, 1970s split-level: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
This one is a 1970s split-level in Oak Brook. What we started with: white laminate with brown flecks. What bothered the owners most: tired, stained laminate. The result: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. Work included repairs, sanding and priming, plus recaulking.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Oak Brook →
Before
AfterCountertop Fabrication & Installation in a 1950s ranch, Elmhurst
White quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Elmhurst →
Before
AfterElmhurst kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen remodeling
What changed: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, creamy quartzite-look quartz counters, a green zellige-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and a flush drum fixture and under-cabinet lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Elmhurst →How your countertop resurfacing 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 Elmhurst homeowners
Can tile countertops be resurfaced?
Tile can be coated. Grout lines are leveled first so they don't show through the new surface.
What does countertop resurfacing cost?
Size, condition and finish type drive the price. You get a line-item estimate once we have seen the counters.
Do you refinish bathroom vanity tops?
Yes, cultured marble vanities are a very common resurfacing job.
Can you resurface a countertop that is peeling?
Usually, after the loose material is dealt with. A coating can't hold on top of something that's already coming off.
Does countertop refinishing really work?
It does when the base is solid and the prep is thorough. It is a coating, so it is not as tough as new stone, but it lasts with sensible care.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Elmhurst?
It depends on the scope. Elmhurst's rule in short: Elmhurst requires permits for building and construction projects; all permits are applied for through the City's Citizen Self-Service Portal. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department (Building).
Do you work in my part of Elmhurst?
Yes. Our crews work across Elmhurst — ZIP 60126 — and nearby Villa Park, Lombard, Addison.
Working in Elmhurst
- A lot of Elmhurst kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Elmhurst homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department (Building) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60126
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Other kitchen services in Elmhurst
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.