An acidic cleaner may remove the soap film but does not restore the shine.
Restore shine to laminate countertops.
To make it shine use a mild car wax in a light layer.
Soapy cleaners leave a filmy residue clouding the surface of the laminate.
Refinishing laminate countertops is easy.
You may be able to restore the shine to dull granite countertops by removing the layer of soap film that builds up instead of investing in a full kitchen remodel.
You can restore laminate countertops to their original luster and shine using the same materials and techniques some people use on their vehicles.
Step 1 dip a clean lint free cloth in bleach or vinegar.
Rejuvenate kitchen and bathroom countertop polish is designed to restore shine luster to all kitchen and bathroom countertops in one easy wipe on application.
A formica countertop cleaner can be used for any laminate.
In one afternoon you can bring new life to your kitchen.
Countertop transformations from rust oleum is designed specifically for laminate countertops.
The company has a long list of tried and true cleaners for its products.
Formica is a favored laminate plastic lining for countertops among homebuilders and homeowners because it is easy to clean and available in an assortment of styles.
A critical step is de glossing the existing surface to ensure good adhesion.
A small eight ounce can of acrylic is enough to make 30 square feet of surfacing appear new again.
The kit features stone like chips that are sprinkled onto the wet surface of the base layer to create a granite like texture.
Laminate is a resilient material that holds up well against scratches and dents.
Specifically formulated to be effective on all natural and synthetic countertops laminate formica cultured marble corian and silestone.
Restoring the shine on a formica countertop november 5 2009 i sprayed my formica countertop with a surface cleaner containing bleach and let it sit a bit too long got distracted and when i came back to wipe it off it took the shine off of the countertop in that area.
After a period of time the shine on the laminate dulls from cleaning products.