We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you're looking to undergo some countertop upgrades in 2025, one of the best places to start might not necessarily be buying a new one.

Q: I have a beautiful laminate kitchen countertop, which I like. Unfortunately, my ex-husband burned a spot on it. Can I repair this countertop because I cannot afford to replace it with a new one? A: ...

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Dear James: The kids have burned a spot with hot pans in my laminated kitchen countertop. I cannot afford a new countertop. Is there any method to make a repair myself that will not look terrible? - ...

Q: I have a Silestone countertop with a chipped edge. How do I find someone to fix the edge? A: When a countertop chips or cracks, there are two ways to fix it: Hire a company that specializes in this ...

Economical and easy to install, laminate countertops help homeowners reduce the high cost of installing bath or kitchen countertops. However, one downside is that they are easily damaged. Laminate ...

Dear James: Our kitchen laminate countertop is fairly new. Our kids put a hot pot on it and burned a big spot. Is there any attractive, inexpensive method to repair it ourselves? -- Emily T. Dear ...