1950s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Laminate tops from the 1950s with a coved backsplash can be resurfaced as one piece, backsplash included, if the core is dry.
Serving Park Ridge & nearby Des Plaines, Glenview
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Park Ridge, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Park Ridge resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Park Ridge ZIP 60068
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Park Ridge
If your counters are solid but the color or pattern is wrong, a resurfacing coat changes the look without demolition. In Park Ridge 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.
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.
Wanting a stone look without new stone
If you like the look of granite but your tops are laminate, a stone-look resurfacing system gets you much of the effect.
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.
Scratches, knife marks and stains
We fill cuts and gouges, sand the whole top and lay down fresh coats, which hides most surface damage.
Counters in a rental unit
For rental kitchens with sound but worn counters, recoating is a quick refresh between leases.
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.
Laminate worn dull or through the pattern
Worn-through patches and a faded surface are cosmetic. As long as the board is sound, a resurfacing system covers them.
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 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.
- Base and pattern coatsA solid base color goes on, followed by fleck or mineral layers for a stone look.
- 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
Solid colorsA single uniform color, often paired with a satin topcoat.
Ceramic tileA coating turns a gridded tile surface into one continuous finish.
Stone-look finishesLayered color chips under a clear coat for depth and a natural look.
Laminate (Formica)The most common base; it coats well when the particleboard underneath is dry and flat.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
What the work looks like in Park Ridge homes
Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, 1950s ranch: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
A 1950s ranch in Park Ridge, a typical kitchen for Park Ridge. The kitchen as it was: laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was tired, stained laminate. 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 base and pattern coats.
Before
AfterA Des Plaines 1960s ranch: before and after
The site: a 1960s ranch in Des Plaines. The kitchen as it was: light beige laminate. The main complaint was tired, stained laminate. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered masking and ventilation, repairs, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Des Plaines →
Before
AfterCountertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in a postwar bi-level, Glenview
The site: a postwar bi-level near The Grove. The kitchen as it was: speckled laminate. The reason for the call: tired, stained laminate. The result: 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 cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Glenview →
Before
AfterPark Ridge kitchen, 1950s ranch: countertop fabrication & installation
What changed: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Park Ridge →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a postwar bi-level, Park Ridge
Finished: cabinets in forest green with matte black pulls, black honed granite 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 Park Ridge →Day by day
- 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 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 Park Ridge homeowners
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.
How long does a resurfaced countertop last?
It depends on prep, use and care. Treated gently, a good coating holds up for years; heavy cutting and hot pans shorten its life.
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?
Usually light use within a day or so, with full hardness taking longer. We give you the exact times for the product we use.
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 Park Ridge-registered contractor for countertop resurfacing?
Building contractors must register with the City each calendar year ($50 per firm). We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Park Ridge?
It depends on the scope. Park Ridge's rule in short: Park Ridge publishes permit guidelines by project type; contact the Permit Technicians to confirm whether a kitchen project needs a permit. We handle the permit when one is needed.
Do you work in my part of Park Ridge?
Yes. Our crews work across Park Ridge — ZIP 60068 — and nearby Des Plaines, Glenview, Skokie.
Working in Park Ridge
- A lot of Park Ridge kitchens date from the 1950s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Park Ridge homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Park Ridge building department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60068
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Other kitchen services in Park Ridge
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.