1960s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Original 1960s laminate is a good candidate when it's solid. We coat the top and the integral splash together.
Serving Lombard & nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Lombard, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Lombard resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Lombard ZIP 60148
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Lombard
We refinish dated counters in Lombard 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
If you'd rather not invest in stone for a house you're selling, refinishing the existing tops is the lighter update.
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.
Laminate swollen around the sink
Swollen laminate is the one problem resurfacing can't solve. We check every top for water damage before quoting a coating.
Laminate worn dull or through the pattern
Laminate that has lost its pattern in the work zones can be scuffed, primed and coated so the surface is even again.
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.
What's included
- Inspection for water damageEvery top is checked for soft or swollen areas, loose edges and movement before we quote a coating.
- Masking and ventilationCabinets, walls, appliances and floor are covered, and the room is ventilated while we work.
- 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.
- Base and pattern coatsWe build up color in layers, plain for a solid finish or speckled for a granite look.
- 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.
Finishes we offer
Stone-look finishesLayered color chips under a clear coat for depth and a natural look.
Solid colorsPlain white, gray, black or warm neutrals for a simple, modern look.
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 tileTile counters can be coated over once grout lines are filled and loose tiles fixed.
Kitchens like yours in Lombard: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Lombard
A 1950s ranch in Lombard, a typical kitchen for Lombard. 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 masking and ventilation, sanding and priming, plus recaulking.
Before
AfterAddison kitchen, 1960s ranch: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
The site: a 1960s ranch in Addison. What we started with: 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. Work included masking and ventilation, repairs, plus sanding and priming.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Addison →
Before
AfterLombard kitchen, postwar bi-level: countertop fabrication & installation
Charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Lombard →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1950s ranch in Lombard
What changed: 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 Lombard →
Before
AfterKitchen Cabinet Painting in a 1950s ranch, Lombard
What changed: the same doors sprayed in powder blue, new satin brass pulls; counters and floor stayed as they were.
Kitchen Cabinet Painting in Lombard →How your countertop resurfacing goes
- Photos and a quick checkA few photos tell us the material and whether resurfacing is likely to work.
- Color and finish choiceWe bring sample chips so you can see the finish next to your cabinets and floor.
- 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 Lombard homeowners
Is it the same as painting my countertops?
Similar idea, different materials. Our coatings are made for countertops and are applied in several coats over a primed surface.
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 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.
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.
Do you refinish bathroom vanity tops?
We do. A matching vanity finish is easy to add while we're set up.
Do I need a Lombard-registered contractor for countertop resurfacing?
Contractors must register with the Village: $100 fee, valid 1 year, online or via Building Division; insurance certificate with at least $300,000 liability coverage. We take care of that before work starts.
Can you do countertop resurfacing in a Lombard condo?
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 I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Lombard?
It depends on the scope. Lombard's rule in short: Village requires a building permit for new structures and updates to existing structures; replacing interior doors and fixtures at the same size with no structural change needs no permit. We handle the permit when one is needed with Building Division, Community Development and Building.
Do you work in my part of Lombard?
Yes. Our crews work across Lombard — ZIP 60148 — and nearby Villa Park, Glen Ellyn, Addison.
Working in Lombard
- A lot of Lombard kitchens date from the 1960s. 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.
- We know how Building Division, Community Development and Building handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60148
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Lombard
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.