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 Woodridge & nearby Downers Grove, Lisle
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Woodridge, IL
Laminate, cultured marble and tile counters in Woodridge resurfaced with a new stone-look or solid-color coating, no tear-out.
- Crews working in Woodridge ZIP 60517, 60439
- Most jobs done in days, with your kitchen still usable
- Samples and a written quote before we start
Countertop surfaces we resurface in Woodridge
Resurfacing is a coating, not a new countertop, and it works best on tops that are flat, dry and well attached. Our Woodridge techs check that first, fix chips and loose edges, then apply a multi-coat system you can choose in a speckled granite look or a plain color.
Tile counters with grout that won't come clean
Resurfacing tile hides stained grout and gives you a single flat-looking surface. Deep grout joints are filled first.
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.
Wanting a stone look without new stone
Our granite-look coatings use layered color flecks under a clear coat, so the surface has depth rather than a flat paint look.
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.
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.
Dated cultured marble tops
Cast cultured marble takes a resurfacing coat well once crazing and chips are addressed. Kitchens and vanities both qualify.
Counters in a rental unit
Landlords use resurfacing to refresh worn tops between tenants without the cost and downtime of replacement.
What we do on the job
- Inspection for water damageEvery top is checked for soft or swollen areas, loose edges and movement before we quote a coating.
- Deep cleaning and degreasingThe tops are degreased thoroughly, since contamination is the main reason coatings fail.
- 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.
- Clear topcoatA durable clear coat seals the color and gives a satin or gloss sheen.
- RecaulkingJoints at the wall and sink are sealed again after coating.
- Cure-time and care instructionsYou get written care tips and the wait times before heavy use and cleaning.
Options to choose from
Laminate (Formica)The most common base; it coats well when the particleboard underneath is dry and flat.
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.
Ceramic tileTile counters can be coated over once grout lines are filled and loose tiles fixed.
Resurfacing vs. replacingCoat what is solid and you like the shape of; replace what is swollen, cracked or the wrong layout.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing before and after — Woodridge homes
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1980s two-story in Woodridge
The site: a 1980s two-story in Woodridge. Before: almond laminate with a backsplash lip. What bothered the owners most: 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 deep cleaning and degreasing, repairs, plus clear topcoat.
Before
AfterBefore and after: a 1960s ranch in Downers Grove
This one is a 1960s ranch near Shady Lane Estates. What we started with: light beige laminate. The main complaint was tired, stained laminate. After: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered deep cleaning and degreasing, sanding and priming, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Downers Grove →
Before
AfterNaperville kitchen, two-story colonial from the 1990s: countertop refinishing & resurfacing
This one is a two-story colonial from the 1990s near Downtown Naperville. 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. Finished kitchen: the same counters resurfaced with a smooth stone-look coating, edges and sink area included. The job covered clear topcoat, recaulking, plus cure-time and care instructions.
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing in Naperville →
Before
AfterWoodridge kitchen, 1980s two-story: countertop fabrication & installation
Charcoal concrete-look quartz countertops with a tight seam, an undermount sink and a new faucet.
Countertop Fabrication & Installation in Woodridge →
Before
AfterA Woodridge 1980s two-story: before and after
Cabinets in soft white with brushed nickel bar pulls, black honed granite counters, a white 2x8 tile in a vertical stack backsplash, gray wood-look porcelain plank flooring and recessed lights and under-cabinet LED strips.
Kitchen Remodeling in Woodridge →Day by day
- 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 Woodridge homeowners
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.
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.
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 Formica countertops be resurfaced?
Yes. Formica and other laminates are the most common tops we refinish, as long as they're dry, flat and well glued down.
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.
Woodridge contractor registration: do kitchen contractors need it?
Contractors register with the Village at no fee; a certificate of insurance naming the Village is required before a permit is issued ($100,000/$300,000 public liability, $50,000 property damage). We take care of that before work starts.
Do Woodridge condo associations need to approve countertop resurfacing?
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 Woodridge?
It depends on the scope. Woodridge's rule in short: Permits are required for alterations that move or add walls, and for all electrical and plumbing work (and all HVAC work). We handle the permit when one is needed with Village of Woodridge Community Development Department (Building Permits).
Do you work in my part of Woodridge?
Yes. Our crews work across Woodridge, including Seven Bridges, The Ridge — ZIP 60517, 60439 — and nearby Downers Grove, Lisle, Bolingbrook.
Working in Woodridge
- A lot of Woodridge kitchens date from the 1970s. 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 Village of Woodridge Community Development Department (Building Permits) handles kitchen permits and pull them for you.
Seven BridgesThe Ridge
ZIP 60517ZIP 60439
Countertop Refinishing & Resurfacing nearby
Other kitchen services in Woodridge
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.