There are four different types of countertops readily available in Southwest Florida.
Laminate: Formica is a brand name and has become a generic name for all laminates regardless who manufactured them. It is the least expensive top available and widely used in modular housing and for builders trying to build to a price. It has sharp edges and corners, and the particle board substrate is prone to water absorption and swelling. Once scratched, it can only be replaced, not repaired. Laminate tops will actually subtract from the value of your house on the real estate market. They are harder than ever to get because so few builders are still using them; therefore, their price is rising and quality is falling. We do not build, supply or recommend laminate tops.
Laminate: Formica is a brand name and has become a generic name for all laminates regardless who manufactured them. It is the least expensive top available and widely used in modular housing and for builders trying to build to a price. It has sharp edges and corners, and the particle board substrate is prone to water absorption and swelling. Once scratched, it can only be replaced, not repaired. Laminate tops will actually subtract from the value of your house on the real estate market. They are harder than ever to get because so few builders are still using them; therefore, their price is rising and quality is falling. We do not build, supply or recommend laminate tops.
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