The Original Innovators of High-Pressure Laminate
High-pressure laminate surfacing evolved in the early 20th century from experimentation with new plastic resins. Daniel J. O’Connor and Herbert A. Faber, Formica’s founders, built on that new technology, inventing a new category of surfacing that was (and continues to be) durable, stain-resistant, highly customizable, and most importantly, affordable. By the 1960s, Formica surfaces had become a standard in homes all around America.
Today, Formica Laminate Surfaces have evolved to be even stronger and more durable. The collection features modern, sustainable and green designs that reflect the company’s commitment to sustainability. Formica has also achieved GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification.
Inventive, Modern Designs Made for Real Life
Formica surfaces are perfect for homeowners who desire minimal surface maintenance and nearly endless options for customization.
Unlike stone surfaces, such as quartz or granite, laminates do not require sealing or polishing over time, and cleaning Formica surfaces is a breeze. Using a clean, damp cloth and liquid detergent, simply wipe the surface down. Rinse with clean water, and then wipe dry with another clean cloth. Formica laminate surfaces are both impact and stain-resistant; however, should a stain penetrate deeply into the surface, baking soda can be used to draw the stain from the surface.
Formica continues to innovate with products that are redefining the laminate industry. In recent years, in addition to expanding to a nearly limitless array of colors and adding metallic finishes to the collection of laminates, Formica also offers 180fx Laminate. This new line of laminates is designed to produce true-to-scale reproductions of granite, stone, and wood grain patterns perfect for homeowners who want the look and feel of these materials with the affordability and minimal maintenance of laminate surfacing. Take your design aesthetic a step further with their IdealEdge Decorative Edging, which provides seamless and inspired edges for all of Formica’s surfacing options.
Whether you are planning a complete kitchen remodel or simply updating your kitchen island or bathroom vanity, Formica laminate surfaces are an affordable, design-forward, and customizable option to fit any aesthetic. Swartz Kitchens and Baths is proud to supply Formica’s abundant selection of designs and styles.
To create unique and elevated environments anywhere in your home, contact Swartz Kitchens and Baths. We’ll help you schedule an initial meeting with a kitchen designer at any of our five convenient locations. During this consultation, we will listen to your needs, determine the scope of your project, and suggest ideas for designing your custom kitchen or bath.
Over a Century of Innovation
Few countertop brands are as iconic as Formica. As the originator and leader of the laminate industry for over 100 years, Formica continues to invent and innovate new solutions for surfaces in the home. Formica’s philosophy is that great design should be both accessible and affordable, and their mission is simple: to provide top-quality surfacing that allows you to achieve the look you want without breaking your budget.
The Original Innovators of High-Pressure Laminate
High-pressure laminate surfacing evolved in the early 20th century from experimentation with new plastic resins. Daniel J. O’Connor and Herbert A. Faber, Formica’s founders, built on that new technology, inventing a new category of surfacing that was (and continues to be) durable, stain-resistant, highly customizable, and most importantly, affordable. By the 1960s, Formica surfaces had become a standard in homes all around America.
Today, Formica Laminate Surfaces have evolved to be even stronger and more durable. The collection features modern, sustainable and green designs that reflect the company’s commitment to sustainability. Formica has also achieved GREENGUARD Indoor Air Quality Certification.
Inventive, Modern Designs Made for Real Life
Formica surfaces are perfect for homeowners who desire minimal surface maintenance and nearly endless options for customization.
Unlike stone surfaces, such as quartz or granite, laminates do not require sealing or polishing over time, and cleaning Formica surfaces is a breeze. Using a clean, damp cloth and liquid detergent, simply wipe the surface down. Rinse with clean water, and then wipe dry with another clean cloth. Formica laminate surfaces are both impact and stain-resistant; however, should a stain penetrate deeply into the surface, baking soda can be used to draw the stain from the surface.
Formica continues to innovate with products that are redefining the laminate industry. In recent years, in addition to expanding to a nearly limitless array of colors and adding metallic finishes to the collection of laminates, Formica also offers 180fx Laminate. This new line of laminates is designed to produce true-to-scale reproductions of granite, stone, and wood grain patterns perfect for homeowners who want the look and feel of these materials with the affordability and minimal maintenance of laminate surfacing. Take your design aesthetic a step further with their IdealEdge Decorative Edging, which provides seamless and inspired edges for all of Formica’s surfacing options.
Whether you are planning a complete kitchen remodel or simply updating your kitchen island or bathroom vanity, Formica laminate surfaces are an affordable, design-forward, and customizable option to fit any aesthetic. Swartz Kitchens and Baths is proud to supply Formica’s abundant selection of designs and styles.
To create unique and elevated environments anywhere in your home, contact Swartz Kitchens and Baths. We’ll help you schedule an initial meeting with a kitchen designer at any of our five convenient locations. During this consultation, we will listen to your needs, determine the scope of your project, and suggest ideas for designing your custom kitchen or bath.