We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. Since the peak of Formica countertops in the mid-20th century, ...

If you've narrowed your selection to granite or laminate countertops and are now experiencing a stalemate, choosing the easier material to care for could be the deciding factor. So, which is more ...

Laminate countertops are a popular choice for kitchens and bathrooms, largely due to their cost-effectiveness, longevity, and extensive range of hues and styles. However, keeping them clean and ...

Laminate countertops are a cost-effective, synthetic option for kitchens and bathrooms. Fabricators build laminate countertops by layering plastic over particle board to create a durable ...

Big box store brands like Home Depot Traffic Master and Menards Tarkett laminate fall into this class. Most of it has thinner construction and, in most cases, no attached pad. The protective wear ...

Kristin Grand (from American Home Products) shows Bob the European-style cabinetwork-- frameless cabinets from Altercraft. The doors are of a high-pressure laminated material and have a high-gloss ...

Features and Applications of Plastic Laminate Countertops Plastic laminate countertop lab tables, also known as high-pressure laminate (HPL) countertops, consist of layers of paper saturated with ...

Jamie Sandford was the Owner and Chief Editor of Home Flooring Pros. After 12 years’ experience in screen and stage set construction, followed by a further 15 years working in the home ...

Some countertops are installed pre-sealed, but if yours was not (or you’re not sure whether it was), don’t delay giving it the protection it needs. Improper cleaning, neglected spills ...

Granite countertops cost about $3,300 on average, or between $2,000 and $4,500 for most jobs. The larger the slab, the more you’ll pay for it, since things like the weight of the slab and ...

Laminate countertops have really stepped up their game in 2024. Courtesy You might’ve done a double-take after reading the headline, but yes, you read it correctly—we’re predicting that laminate ...

If the kitchen is the heart of the home, the countertops are the heart of the kitchen. That’s where all the meal-making magic happens (and where takeout boxes are unpacked). We aren’t all ...