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Datedlaminate countertopscan give your kitchen a tired look.

From paint to contact paper and more, read on to discover ways toupdate old laminate countertopswithout renovating.

This renter-friendly DIY allows you to give old countertops a new lease on life without a large investment.

laminate countertops

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Source fun designs like the fauxterrazzo tile patternseen above at big box retailers or online sites such as Etsy.

Want more design inspiration?

The natural wood grain will add warmth to modern, farmhouse, traditional, or rustic kitchens.

kitchen countertops wrapped in speckled contact paper

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Tip

As an alternative to wood, consider covering laminatecountertops with ceramic or porcelain tiles.

Use a special adhesive made for applying tile to laminate to ensure that they stay put.

Next, style andorganize kitchen countertopsto make them as functional and attractive as possible.

close up of a woman painting with a roller on a wooden surface

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Try a feather finish for an easy and budget-friendly DIY.

Be sure to seal the countertops before putting them to use.

Sealed butcher block countertop in kitchen

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Laminate countertop

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feather finish faux concrete kitchen countertops

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