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Differences For The Laminate Counter - 2

...Post Formed

Post formed laminate is less expensive than the high pressure laminate running about $10 per square foot. The post formed laminate comes with a backsplash and a rolled edge. Here's a ready made counter that you can out of the store. The laminate is thinner on this style and there are fewer color choices but hey talk about convenience.

Self Rimmed

Self rimmed is designed to apply over existing countertop. It is durable, inexpensive, and looks great! The sheets come in 4 x 8 foot sheets that are 1/16 inch thick. You can special order other sheet sizes. After returning home with your laminate you need to let it sit in your kitchen for 48 hours to let it come up to room temperature.

Custom Laminate

Custom laminate tops are installed on plywood and they are usually installed on site. Typically the backsplash is a 1x4 and sealed or they may be a full height backsplash. Custom laminate leaves you with all kinds of options. No size restrictions and you can mix and match colors to meet your dcor needs.

There are three major laminate brands on the market - Nevamar, Wilsonart, and Formica. All produce quality products that are worth exploring. All have outlets throughout North America and online. Prices between the three are competitive.

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