What is a Formica Countertop?
A Formica® countertop is a type off plastic laminate countertop that became quite popular during the 1950s. However, Formica® actually was invented much earlier — originally as electrical insulation. The Formica® countertop became popular later on because it was heat resistant and spill resistant, making it a durable material for in the kitchen. Because a Formica® countertop is a type of laminate countertop, this upgrade is a reasonably inexpensive remodel to an existing kitchen. Although laminate countertops can also be purchased premade at most home improvement stores, a Formica® countertop can also be made using a preformed countertop, including the one that is already in your kitchen. This makes it an inexpensive do-it-yourself project that can quickly add to your home’s value. When making your own Formica® countertop, a preformed countertop is recommended, because this makes the project fast and easy. Formica® comes in sheets, which must be cut to fit the countertop. The counterto
