1970s laminate with a built-in backsplash
Original 1970s laminate is a good candidate when it's solid. We coat the top and the integral splash together.
Serving Roselle & nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Roselle, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Roselle resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Roselle ZIP 60172
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Roselle
We refinish dated counters in Roselle 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.
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.
Chips and loose edges before coating
Edge damage is part of our prep. We fix it, sand it smooth and then coat the whole top including the front edge.
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.
Matching new cabinet paint
Many people resurface counters along with a cabinet repaint, so the whole kitchen changes together without a remodel.
Laminate worn dull or through the pattern
Spots where the print has worn away near the sink or the stove disappear under a continuous new finish.
A kitchen you plan to sell soon
Before listing, a resurfaced counter is a short project that removes one dated feature buyers notice.
Counters in a rental unit
In a rental, a refinished counter turns around quickly and the cabinets and plumbing stay untouched.
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 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 coatsWe build up color in layers, plain for a solid finish or speckled for a granite look.
- Clear topcoatThe final clear layer protects the finish and sets how shiny the counter looks.
- RecaulkingJoints at the wall and sink are sealed again after coating.
Materials and finishes
Resurfacing vs. replacingResurfacing changes the look of sound tops; replacement is for damaged substrates or a material change.
Cultured marbleCast tops in kitchens and vanities that accept a new color after repair and priming.
Ceramic tileTile counters can be coated over once grout lines are filled and loose tiles fixed.
Laminate (Formica)Plastic laminate is resurfaced after scuffing and a bonding primer.
Stone-look finishesLayered color chips under a clear coat for depth and a natural look.
Kitchens like yours in Roselle: before and after
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1970s split-level in Roselle
A 1970s split-level in Roselle, a typical kitchen for Roselle. Before: white laminate with brown flecks. The reason for the call: 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, deep cleaning and degreasing, plus recaulking.
Before
AfterCountertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in a 1990s two-story colonial, Bloomingdale
The site: a 1990s two-story colonial near Old Town Bloomingdale. Before: white Corian-style solid surface with a yellowed seam. The reason for the call: a yellowed molded top they wanted to change. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. On site this meant masking and ventilation, deep cleaning and degreasing, plus base and pattern coats.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Bloomingdale →
Before
AfterA Schaumburg two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
The site: a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Town Square. What we started with: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. The reason for the call: worn laminate in a color they disliked. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. Work included inspection for water damage, masking and ventilation, plus sanding and priming.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Schaumburg →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a raised ranch in Roselle
Bright white quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Roselle →
Before
AfterKitchen Remodeling in a raised ranch, Roselle
Finished: cabinets in light greige with brushed nickel bar pulls, light marble-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, black-and-white checkerboard tile flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Roselle →Day by day
- Photos and a quick checkA few photos tell us the material and whether resurfacing is likely to work.
- Color and finish choicePick a stone-look or solid color from samples, plus satin or gloss.
- 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 Roselle homeowners
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.
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.
Is it the same as painting my countertops?
DIY counter paint and a professional resurfacing system differ in primer, build and topcoat. That is why DIY jobs often peel at the sink.
Can tile countertops be resurfaced?
Yes. We fill the grout joints, secure loose tiles and coat over the whole surface for a smooth, single finish.
Does countertop refinishing really work?
Yes, with limits. A professionally applied system bonds well to laminate and cultured marble, but it won't fix a swollen core and it isn't a cutting surface.
Roselle contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors must register with the Village via Cloudpermit and be licensed: surety bond, certificate of insurance naming the Village, $75 fee. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Roselle?
It depends on the scope. Roselle's rule in short: Permit required for projects including bathroom and kitchen remodeling, electrical and plumbing work; also water heater, roof, HVAC. We handle the permit when one is needed with Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning).
Do you work in my part of Roselle?
Yes. Our crews work across Roselle — ZIP 60172 — and nearby Bloomingdale, Hanover Park, Schaumburg.
Working in Roselle
- A lot of Roselle kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Roselle homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Development & Engineering Services (Building & Zoning) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60172
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Roselle
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.