Renovating a Formica Kitchen

Research the types of kitchen cabinets that are available to replace your Formica laminate cabinets. Since the cost of kitchen cabinets can vary significantly, you should familiarize yourself with the options by going to cabinet showrooms. Basic or stock kitchen cabinets typically use frameless construction with solid wood doors. Semi-custom cabinets generally have a face-frame construction so the solid wood frame shows around the doors. Custom options like crown molding may be available. Premium and custom cabinetry are more costly but provide more discretionary features.

Learn about the features and benefits of countertops to replace Formica laminate kitchen countertops. Hardwood worktops in oak, beech or walnut add natural beauty, but wood requires care. Granite kitchen countertops are a popular choice because they are durable and elegant. Quartz and solid surface counters are other choices to replace Formica laminate in a kitchen.

Replace Formica laminate backsplashes with a protective material that adds to the decoration of the kitchen. Choices range from stainless steel that can add a contemporary feeling to a kitchen to natural stone and bead board that lends a traditional or country look. Ceramic tile are is a popular option for a kitchen backsplash because it comes in a variety of shapes, colors and styles. Although ceramic tile comes unglazed, for a kitchen backsplash glazed ceramic tiles that do not absorb liquids and are stain-resistant are best. Glass tiles are another excellent choice for a kitchen backsplash because they do not fade or scratch and resist mold and mildew.