Step-by-Step Instructions and Pictures of How to Select Laminate Countertops

By Kurt Lawton
Expert advice on choosing the best kitchen countertop at an affordable price. Read an overview on how to select laminate countertops.
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What Is Laminate?
Laminate is made from layers of resin-coated brown paper that are sandwiched together under high heat and pressure. The very top layer is a decorative (colored) paper that’s covered with a hard plastic overlay. The result is a hard, durable material that’s water resistant, easy to clean and relatively inexpensive. What’s more, under heat and pressure it can be easily shaped, making it ideal for the rounded edges of countertops.

Since square corners usually show the brown edge, some manufacturers make a laminate with color throughout by using colored paper for all layers. However, these types are less durable, more brittle and more expensive.

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