How To Replace Countertops Inexpensively

You can use a pad sander but sanding by hand will work just fine.

How to replace countertops inexpensively. If you click on make over on projects then kitchen then counter tops there are MANY examples from which to choose. See the beautiful result in the video above. Idea 1 Use Vinyl Peel Stick Tile Decals Concealing your outdated tiles can provide a fresh modern look while hiding any chipped or damaged tiles.

Using contact paper is a great way to cheaply transform your countertops especially if youre a renter and cant make any permanent changes. They have many stone styles that look and feel quite real but dont require sealing. Cover old countertops in contact paper.

Countertop tiles are set closely together so youll want to use unsanded grout. Whether you choose laminate solid surface granite or quartz you can find a finish that suits your style and your budget. Old counters can make a kitchen feel out-of-date but replacing them with new expensive materials isnt always an option.

Mix the grout until its the consistency of peanut butter. Paint concrete and wood are all readily available choices for those willing to try their hand at something new. SAVE MONEY BY DOING IT YOURSELF.

Lastly perhaps you can just scrape out and re-grout the counters. Not only environmentally friendly these solutions are less costly than tearing the old tiles out and replacing them with new ones. It ended up being a little more costly for us because we needed a larger size.

And Stillwater Story shares how to achieve a rich stained finish to your butcher block counters. Im not sure how others think butcher block is the cheapest. Changing your kitchens countertops may be one of the most obvious ways to change its appearance.