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Originally Posted by Counselor
I have a 2022 Thor Axis and I hate the cheap plastic covered countertops that peel around the edges. These tops are not even laminate. They just seem to be covered with contact paper. Has anyone had them replaced with solid surface tops and if so where was it done?
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I used to design, build and install kitchens, and make my own countertops, and use 3/4" poplar plywood as a base, and either Formica or Wilsonart laminate. I also paint the underside with acrylic enamel as a vapor barrier.
I never use particle board as most tops are made of in home improvement stores, b/c it is a virtual sponge and you'll be replacing in s few years. You can find places or jobbers that do this kind of work thru "Top shops" or kitchen/bath design/supply stores.
Another option, used in my Tellaro, is Corian (or damn good copy of that), a solid material that mimics marble, but is a tough composite, and is usually 3/4" thick, and then built up at the edges. If you scratch it, you can sand it out and buff. You can't do that with any laminate, except 'color-core' Formica.
Corian is more $$, but is the best for an RV, b/c it's pretty much a forever thing. I was surprised they used that after all the other BS they did to my RV...
A good cabinetmaker can make tops for you- just have to find one (I'm not for hire, sorry)
If your a woodworker, you can use the old tops as a pattern and make new ones pretty easily- need a well vented space, a good router and laminate bit, and some experience.
The laminate glue (contact cement) is nasty stuff- respirator, eyewear, and well-vented space are needed.
Google to see how it's done- I'm sure there's lots of videos about it! I use the 'stick' method when attaching the laminate.
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