Tiling over existing countertop alternative to full replacement
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This article was published 17/08/2003 (8296 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current.
A new tile countertop might sound like a budget-buster, but there is an affordable alternative. Simply install tile right over the existing laminate top.
Start by removing the sink and protecting the front of the cabinets with a layer of heavy paper or cardboard. Next, use a circular saw to cut off the front edge and the splash at the rear. Any uneven spots can be smoothed out with a hand saw, or a belt sander and some coarse paper. The entire top should be lightly sanded to help create a better bond for the tile adhesive.
Install the tile in an adhesive, applied with a grooved trowel. After the tile has set overnight, it can be grouted using a rubber grout float and a damp sponge. Buff out the remaining haze with a soft, dry cloth and reinstall the sink.
–Associated Press