Originally posted by gwen g: Hello I have a question we have these laminated kitchen counter that we really would like to replace.
But on a budget any suggestion? Can tile be placed over laminated counter tops?
It would depend on the counters. For budget it is hard to beat stock post form counters from the local home center if you find a pattern you like. The stock post form can do straight runs and L-shaped. When you get into peninsulas, islands and U-shaped you're talking custom.
If you have post form countertops tiling would be difficult. To replace the countertops to put in tile the new underlayment wouldn't be that expensive, about $25 or less per 4x8 sheet. If your countertops have squared edges tiling wouldn't be bad.
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I have laid ceramic tile on laminate but it can be tricky. You can't be sure the laminate won't come loose under the tile.
The best way to do it is to install 1/4" Hardibacker on the laminate using thinset and screws and then tile on that. To do that, the laminate cannot have rounded shapes.
Be aware that you have to remove the sink, install the tile and then re-install the sink.
I give more detail in the tile section of my website at www.bobf.info.
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That is a small picture, but it does not appear that you have post form countertops. You could cover these with tile if you wanted to. Around here tile counters are rare.
General Disclaimer
Any advice given here is general in nature and is not necessarily valid for your given area. If in doubt check with your local codes enforcement department for what is required when doing electrical, plumbing or structural work on your house. Permits may or may not be required in your area and home owners may not be able to DIY some tasks. I have no way of knowing if you have the skills needed to complete the tasks you are asking about, when in doubt seek professional assistance.
My advice may be worth exactly what you pay me for it. :-) For the record I did not stay in a Holiday Inn Express last night.
check out giani granite countertop paint - look at their website, facebook page, and youtube. I used it in my kitchen, absolutely love the results - my formerly green laminate now looks identical to silestone rosa grey. I'm planning on using it again on a hall bath vanity top. good luck!
