Why Laminate Kitchen Countertops Are A Major Mistake - Chowhound

genkur/Shutterstock Redoing a kitchen is expensive, and laminate countertops are pretty cheap. This alone can make them appealing, and it's hard to fault someone for eyeing them when they're on a budget. In the long term, though, laminate countertops can be a risky design choice. On the one hand, they're visually reminiscent of their peak in the 1950s and 1960s, which can make them feel outdated and among the…