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BobetteV

01:04PM | 03/11/12
Member Since: 09/18/08
5 lifetime posts
Bvkitchen
Hi again,
I am wondering if all laminate products are equal. We recently had our countertops redone and the contractor used a company that makes the countertops with Wilsonart laminate. My understanding is that all laminate products are prety much the same in terms of quality and that Wilsonart is a good company. But I have noticed that our new countertop scratches much easier than any other countertops I've had in the past that are laminate.
Anyone know why?
Thanks,
BobetteV

LarryG

06:59AM | 03/12/12
Member Since: 07/22/04
491 lifetime posts
Pretty much so.

babypops

05:34PM | 05/03/12
Member Since: 02/10/12
26 lifetime posts
Yes, technically they are all equal.

johanson21

08:07AM | 06/12/12
Member Since: 06/12/12
5 lifetime posts
As far as I am concern the laminate products are of same type but they come in different varieties. There are various kind of laminate products are available in the market like: hard wood, oak and fiberboard laminate.

pandabear6119

08:13AM | 06/22/12
Member Since: 06/06/12
18 lifetime posts
Well not everything is going to be the EXACT same. Even laminate. With stuff like that you just have to go with higher quality.

Adam Kutner

12:45PM | 11/20/12
Member Since: 11/20/12
4 lifetime posts
I found when re-doing my kitchen countertops that you don't necessarily pay for "stronger" laminate, but more intricate designs. Decide what you want it to look like first, then find a few brands that match. Many local countertop companies have displays put out and it does not hurt to go drive by and pay them a visit if you have the time.

BV000719

09:46PM | 03/31/13
Love this kitchen-and your site- Provided lots of good info! I am looknig for something that looks like Calacutta Gold Marble, but without the maintenance. Can you make any suggestions?Thanks!


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