1980s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Laminate tops from the 1980s with a coved backsplash can be resurfaced as one piece, backsplash included, if the core is dry.
Serving Lisle & nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Lisle, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Lisle resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Lisle ZIP 60532
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Lisle
We refinish dated counters in Lisle 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.
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.
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.
Dated cultured marble tops
Cast cultured marble takes a resurfacing coat well once crazing and chips are addressed. Kitchens and vanities both qualify.
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
Resurfacing only holds on a solid base, so we reattach lifted edges and fill chips before anything is sprayed.
A kitchen you plan to sell soon
If you'd rather not invest in stone for a house you're selling, refinishing the existing tops is the lighter update.
Tile counters with grout that won't come clean
Resurfacing tile hides stained grout and gives you a single flat-looking surface. Deep grout joints are filled first.
What the work covers
- Inspection for water damageEvery top is checked for soft or swollen areas, loose edges and movement before we quote a coating.
- 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.
- Sanding and primingThe surface is scuffed for adhesion and primed with a bonding primer.
- Base and pattern coatsA solid base color goes on, followed by fleck or mineral layers for a stone look.
- Clear topcoatThe final clear layer protects the finish and sets how shiny the counter looks.
- Cure-time and care instructionsYou get written care tips and the wait times before heavy use and cleaning.
Materials and finishes
Cultured marbleCast tops in kitchens and vanities that accept a new color after repair and priming.
Laminate (Formica)Plastic laminate is resurfaced after scuffing and a bonding primer.
Stone-look finishesSpeckled or flecked coatings that read like granite or other natural stone.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Solid colorsPlain white, gray, black or warm neutrals for a simple, modern look.
What the work looks like in Lisle homes
Before
AfterA Lisle two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
A two-story colonial from the 1990s near The Meadows, a typical kitchen for Lisle. Before: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. The reason for the call: 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. Work included sanding and priming, base and pattern coats, plus clear topcoat.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Downers Grove
This one is a 1960s ranch near E.H. Prince Subdivision. Before: light beige laminate. What bothered the owners most: laminate worn through near the sink. 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, deep cleaning and degreasing, plus clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Wheaton
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Danada Square area. Before: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. What bothered the owners most: 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. On site this meant inspection for water damage, deep cleaning and degreasing, plus clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Wheaton →
Before
AfterA Lisle two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
Finished: black honed granite countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Lisle →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Lisle
Finished: cabinets in light butter yellow with satin brass pulls, charcoal concrete-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Lisle →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 Lisle homeowners
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.
How soon can I use the counters?
Cure time depends on the coating and the room temperature. Plan on gentle use for the first several days.
Can Formica countertops be resurfaced?
They can. We check the edges and the area around the sink; if the board is sound, laminate takes a new finish well.
What does countertop resurfacing cost?
We price it after checking the tops, since repairs and tile filling change the work. The estimate comes in writing.
Can I cut on or set hot pans on a refinished counter?
No. Use a cutting board and trivets. Knives scratch the topcoat and direct heat can damage it.
Do Lisle 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 Lisle?
Yes. Our crews work across Lisle, including Oakview, The Meadows, Four Lakes Village — ZIP 60532 — and nearby Downers Grove, Woodridge, Wheaton.
Working in Lisle
- A lot of Lisle kitchens date from the 1980s. 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.
OakviewThe MeadowsFour Lakes Village
ZIP 60532
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Lisle
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.