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If you’re planning a kitchen or bathroom update, laminate countertops are worth a serious look. Modern laminate is a long way from the flat, plain surfaces many people remember. Today’s options mimic stone, wood and concrete convincingly, come in hundreds of colours, and cost far less than most natural or engineered stone. Laminate countertops are made by bonding a decorative laminate surface to a rigid substrate, typically a particleboard or MDF core. The surface layer carries the colour, pattern and texture, and is designed to resist everyday wear. At Plastform, our laminate countertops are custom made, so they’re built to the dimensions of your kitchen rather than cut down from a standard length.

Benefits of Laminate Countertops

  1. Budget-friendly. Laminate is generally one of the most affordable countertop materials. That leaves more of your renovation budget for cabinets, flooring or appliances.
  2. Huge range of looks. Laminate comes in solid colours, wood grains, stone looks and more. If you love the look of marble or concrete but not the price or upkeep, laminate can get you close.
  3. Easy to clean. The surface is non-porous and doesn’t need sealing. Day to day, a damp cloth and mild cleaner is usually all it needs.
  4. Seamless, custom fit. Because countertops are made to measure, you can get clean lines and a neat finish around sinks, corners and appliances.
  5. Practical for any space. Laminate suits kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, basements and commercial spaces alike.

Choosing Your Laminate Countertop Style

Pick a model. Plastform offers a range of laminate countertop models, each with its own profile and edge details, including Sienna, Seville, Classic, Finesse, Regency, Nova, Mirage, Versailles, Contessa and Vintage. Pick a colour collection. We work with several well-known laminate manufacturers, including Formica, Arborite, Wilsonart, Lamitech and Panolam, plus our own Exclusive Collection. If you’re on a tight timeline, check our Ready for Pickup Collection.

Think about your cabinets. The countertop and cabinet doors should work together. Warm wood tones pair well with cool grey or stone-look laminates, while white or espresso doors work with almost anything. See our custom kitchen cabinets to coordinate your whole kitchen.

How Long Do Laminate Countertops Last?

With sensible care, laminate countertops can look good for many years. Lifespan depends on how heavily the kitchen is used, the quality of the installation and how well the surface is protected from heat, water and cutting.

Get a Quote on Custom Laminate Countertops in Brampton

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