1970s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Laminate tops from the 1970s with a coved backsplash can be resurfaced as one piece, backsplash included, if the core is dry.
Serving Itasca & nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Itasca, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Itasca resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Itasca ZIP 60143
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Itasca
We refinish dated counters in Itasca 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.
A kitchen you plan to sell soon
Getting ready to list? A new finish on old laminate makes the kitchen photograph and show more current.
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.
Counters in a rental unit
In a rental, a refinished counter turns around quickly and the cabinets and plumbing stay untouched.
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.
Matching new cabinet paint
When the cabinet color changes, old counters often clash. A new counter finish ties the two together.
Dated cultured marble tops
Cultured marble with a yellowed gel coat or a swirl pattern you never liked can be repaired and coated in a new color.
Scratches, knife marks and stains
We fill cuts and gouges, sand the whole top and lay down fresh coats, which hides most surface damage.
What we do on the job
- 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.
- RepairsDamage is fixed and sanded flush before any coating goes on.
- Sanding and primingThe surface is scuffed for adhesion and primed with a bonding primer.
- Clear topcoatA durable clear coat seals the color and gives a satin or gloss sheen.
- RecaulkingFresh caulk at the backsplash and around the sink once the finish is dry.
- Cure-time and care instructionsWe tell you when you can use the counter lightly and when it reaches full hardness.
Options to choose from
Ceramic tileTile counters can be coated over once grout lines are filled and loose tiles fixed.
Stone-look finishesSpeckled or flecked coatings that read like granite or other natural stone.
Solid colorsPlain white, gray, black or warm neutrals for a simple, modern look.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Laminate (Formica)Plastic laminate is resurfaced after scuffing and a bonding primer.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing before and after — Itasca homes
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Itasca
A 1980s two-story near South Side, a typical kitchen for Itasca. What we started with: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The main complaint was a yellowed molded top they wanted to change. The result: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered sanding and priming, clear topcoat, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Before
AfterA Wood Dale postwar bi-level: before and after
A postwar bi-level in Wood Dale, a typical kitchen for Wood Dale. The kitchen as it was: light beige laminate. The reason for the call: laminate worn through near the sink. 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 sanding and priming.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Elk Grove Village
A 1950s ranch in Elk Grove Village, a typical kitchen for Elk Grove Village. What we started with: laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was laminate worn through near the sink. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. Work included inspection for water damage, sanding and priming, plus recaulking.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1990s two-story colonial in Itasca
What changed: warm walnut butcher block countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Itasca →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Itasca
Cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a gray beveled subway tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Itasca →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 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 useKeep the counters gentle for the cure period we give you, then use them normally.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing questions from Itasca homeowners
Is it the same as painting my countertops?
No. Household paint isn't made for a work surface. We use a multi-layer coating system with a bonding primer and a hard clear topcoat.
Can Formica countertops be resurfaced?
Laminate is an ideal base for resurfacing once it's degreased, scuffed and primed.
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.
Can you resurface a countertop that is peeling?
Loose laminate is reattached; failed paint is stripped. If the core is swollen, we recommend new tops instead.
Can I cut on or set hot pans on a refinished counter?
Please don't. Cutting boards and hot pads protect the finish and keep it looking right much longer.
Do I need a Itasca-registered contractor for countertop resurfacing?
Contractors must register with the Village and be bonded before a permit is issued; Certificate of Insurance naming the Village required. We take care of that before work starts.
Do Itasca condo associations need to approve countertop resurfacing?
Associations usually set rules for work hours, elevators, deliveries and insurance, and many require approval for plumbing, electrical or structural changes. We provide the certificate of insurance and follow the building's rules.
Do you work in my part of Itasca?
Yes. Our crews work across Itasca, including North Side, South Side, Nordic Park, The Ranchettes — ZIP 60143 — and nearby Wood Dale, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Itasca
- A lot of Itasca kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Condo or townhome? We follow association rules on work hours and elevators and bring the insurance certificate your board asks for.
- Live in the Itasca Historic District? Interior kitchen work is usually not reviewed. We check before anything touches the exterior.
North SideSouth SideNordic ParkThe RanchettesItasca Historical DistrictWalnut Street downtown
ZIP 60143
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Itasca
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.