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 Wood Dale & nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Wood Dale, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Wood Dale resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Serving Wood Dale ZIP 60191
- A new look without tearing the kitchen out
- Clean, protected work area every day
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Wood Dale
If your counters are solid but the color or pattern is wrong, a resurfacing coat changes the look without demolition. In Wood Dale 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.
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.
Matching new cabinet paint
When the cabinet color changes, old counters often clash. A new counter finish ties the two together.
Wanting a stone look without new stone
Speckled and flecked finishes imitate granite closely from normal viewing distance, on the counters you already have.
Scratches, knife marks and stains
Fine scratches and set-in stains are cleaned, sanded and filled before the coating goes on, so they don't telegraph through.
A previous paint job that is peeling
Counter paint from a DIY kit often peels at the sink and edges. We strip the loose coating and apply a proper bonded system.
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.
Counters in a rental unit
In a rental, a refinished counter turns around quickly and the cabinets and plumbing stay untouched.
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.
- RepairsDamage is fixed and sanded flush before any coating goes on.
- 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 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.
- Cure-time and care instructionsWe tell you when you can use the counter lightly and when it reaches full hardness.
Options to choose from
Cultured marbleCast tops in kitchens and vanities that accept a new color after repair and priming.
Stone-look finishesLayered color chips under a clear coat for depth and a natural look.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Laminate (Formica)The most common base; it coats well when the particleboard underneath is dry and flat.
Ceramic tileA coating turns a gridded tile surface into one continuous finish.
What the work looks like in Wood Dale homes
Before
AfterA Wood Dale 1950s ranch: before and after
The site: a 1950s ranch in Wood Dale. Before: light beige laminate. The reason for the call: laminate worn through near the sink. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered inspection for water damage, repairs, plus clear topcoat.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Itasca
A 1980s two-story near South Side, a typical kitchen for Itasca. The kitchen as it was: 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. Work included inspection for water damage, sanding and priming, plus clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Itasca →
Before
AfterAn Elk Grove Village postwar Cape Cod: before and after
The site: a postwar Cape Cod in Elk Grove Village. What we started with: laminate with an aluminum edge band. The main complaint was tired, stained laminate. After: 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 clear topcoat.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Elk Grove Village →
Before
AfterBefore and after: a postwar bi-level in Wood Dale
Finished: charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Wood Dale →
Before
AfterWood Dale kitchen, 1950s ranch: kitchen remodeling
Cabinets in soft white with unlacquered brass knobs and cup pulls, warm walnut butcher block counters, a blue handmade-look tile backsplash, warm oak luxury vinyl plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Wood Dale →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 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 Wood Dale homeowners
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?
Yes. Laminate and cultured marble vanities take the same coatings, and they are often done in the same visit as the kitchen.
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.
Is it the same as painting my countertops?
No. Household paint isn't made for a work surface. We use a multi-layer coating system with a bonding primer and a hard clear topcoat.
Should I resurface or replace my countertops?
If the counters are solid and the only problem is looks, a coating makes sense. If water damage or layout is the issue, new tops do.
Do I need a Wood Dale-registered contractor for countertop resurfacing?
All contractors (general, HVAC, electrical, plumbing, roofing, etc.) must register with the City before a permit is issued. Requires Certificate of Insurance ($2,000,000 public liability) naming the City, state license/IDPH registration if applicable. We take care of that before work starts.
Do I need a permit for countertop resurfacing in Wood Dale?
It depends on the scope. Wood Dale's rule in short: A permit is required for any alteration or repair of a building. We handle the permit when one is needed with Community Development Department.
Do you work in my part of Wood Dale?
Yes. Our crews work across Wood Dale — ZIP 60191 — and nearby Itasca, Elk Grove Village, Addison.
Working in Wood Dale
- A lot of Wood Dale kitchens date from the 1960s. We know these layouts well and what is worth keeping.
- Most Wood Dale homes are single-family. We protect floors and driveways and leave the site clean every day.
- We know how Community Development Department handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
ZIP 60191
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Wood Dale
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.