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 Wheaton & nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Wheaton, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Wheaton resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Crews working in Wheaton ZIP 60189, 60187
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Wheaton
We refinish dated counters in Wheaton 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.
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.
Scratches, knife marks and stains
We fill cuts and gouges, sand the whole top and lay down fresh coats, which hides most surface damage.
Laminate swollen around the sink
If the particleboard has bubbled or gone soft near the sink, a coating won't fix it. That section needs replacing, and we'll say so.
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.
A previous paint job that is peeling
If an earlier painted finish is flaking, we remove what won't hold, sand to a sound surface and start the coating over.
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.
A kitchen you plan to sell soon
Before listing, a resurfaced counter is a short project that removes one dated feature buyers notice.
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.
- Deep cleaning and degreasingThe tops are degreased thoroughly, since contamination is the main reason coatings fail.
- 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.
Options to choose from
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Cultured marbleMolded marble-look surfaces that can be refinished in place.
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.
Ceramic tileTile counters can be coated over once grout lines are filled and loose tiles fixed.
What the work looks like in Wheaton homes
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1990s two-story colonial: before and after
A 1990s two-story colonial near Wheaton Center, a typical kitchen for Wheaton. 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. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered masking and ventilation, sanding and priming, plus base and pattern coats.
Before
AfterGlen Ellyn kitchen, postwar bi-level: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
The site: a postwar bi-level in Glen Ellyn. What we started with: 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 cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Glen Ellyn →
Before
AfterA Winfield two-story colonial from the 1990s: before and after
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s in Winfield. The kitchen as it was: white ceramic tile with dark stained grout lines. The main complaint was tile counters with grout that never came clean. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered inspection for water damage, deep cleaning and degreasing, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Winfield →
Before
AfterA Wheaton 1980s two-story: before and after
What changed: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Wheaton →
Before
AfterWheaton kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in muted aubergine with matte black pulls, dark soapstone-look quartz counters, a terracotta-look square tile backsplash, hickory luxury vinyl plank flooring and two glass pendants and recessed lights.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wheaton →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 useThe finish needs time to harden; we tell you when light use and full use are safe.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing questions from Wheaton homeowners
How long does a resurfaced countertop last?
Durability comes down to how well it bonded and how you use the counter. Trivets and cutting boards make a big difference.
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.
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.
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?
On a sound, well-prepped top, yes. Most failures come from poor cleaning, skipped primer or coating over water damage.
Wheaton contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Yes: contractors register online with the City; $75 fee, renewed annually. We take care of that before work starts.
Do you work in my part of Wheaton?
Yes. Our crews work across Wheaton, including Downtown Wheaton, Wheaton Center, Danada Square area — ZIP 60189, 60187 — and nearby Glen Ellyn, Winfield, Glendale Heights.
Working in Wheaton
- A lot of Wheaton kitchens date from the 1970s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wheaton homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- Older paint is treated with lead-safe practices: containment, HEPA cleanup and a clean hand-over.
Downtown WheatonWheaton CenterDanada Square area
ZIP 60189ZIP 60187
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Wheaton
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.