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Should I paint or refinish my countertops?

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A few years ago, you replaced your kitchen cabinets and wanted to update the look of your countertops, too.  Your budget would only stretch so far, so you put that in the plans for the future.  As luck would have it, unexpected expenses came up and you’ve had to dip into your countertop fund for them.  Now, you’re looking for a cost-effective way to give your countertops that long overdue facelift.

One friend suggests painting them yourself, but you’re a little hesitant.   Painting your countertops will be very time consuming, requires a lot of patience and equipment, and you’re not so sure the end result will be the smooth, durable surface that you need. Paint brushes and rollers don’t always reach every nook and cranny and your DIY skills could spell DIY disaster!

Instead of painting your countertops, consider what Miracle Method Surface Refinishing can do for you. Our professional countertop refinishing process involves the following:

  • A two-step cleaning to remove all dirt, grease and other contaminants from the surface
  • Repair of any damage, burn marks, knife cuts and missing grout or laminate pieces
  • Application of a proprietary bonding agent to assure that the new surface will stick
  • Use of a color tinted primer coat
  • Two coats of one of over 30 Natural Accents colors applied using a high tech HVLP sprayer to assure a smooth, even finish
  • Two coats of a non-yellowing, waterproof clear acrylic in your choice of satin, semi-gloss or gloss
  • Final tear down of all masking materials and clean up of the project area

The end result will be a beautiful, durable surface that will give your old countertops an extended usable life, all for a fraction of the cost of replacement!

Visit our website today to learn more about the Miracle Method refinishing process and how it compares to painting countertops. To find a Miracle Method office near you, use our online locator or call 855-212-7337.

Update your kitchen countertops before summer guests arrive for a family reunion!

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Last summer when you volunteered to host this year’s family reunion, you made a mental note to do something about your worn out kitchen countertops. You were already thinking about replacing them, and the thought of having new countertops to show off to your family was exciting… but with the hustle and bustle of your work and family life, you kept putting it on the next month’s to-do list. Summer is screaming by and you’re two weeks away from your family reunion and you don’t want your scratched up, outdated countertops to be the talk of the reunion. Fortunately, while visiting with your neighbor, she mentions that she just had her countertops refinished by Miracle Method and, after knowing the shape her countertops were in before they were refinished, you decide to visit the Miracle Method website for more information.

There, you learn that Miracle Method can refinish your countertops to a like-new look and feel in just a day or two, and that you’ll save around 30% to 50% over the total cost of replacement. There’s no messy construction involved since Miracle Method refinishes fixtures in place. Any evidence of scratches, chips, or cuts will be gone and you’ll be left with a lovely countertop in a new color and texture of your choosing, and the life of your countertops will be extended by 10 to 15 years. The final result will be gorgeous countertops that your family will think you spent thousands of dollars on, and you’ll gladly share with them of how Miracle Method transformed your countertops.

Before: Tired and scarred old countertops in need of an update.

After: The same countertops updated with Miracle Method’s Natural Accents stone-look finish!

Visit the Miracle Method website today for more information on our countertop refinishing services. To speak with a representative, please use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to reach a franchise near you.

Easy Step Bathroom Safety Package Makes Bathrooms Safer for Aging Parents

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The summer vacation season is often a time in which we head out to visit family members who live out of town. Adult children often use some of their summer vacation time to visit their parents who they may only see a time or two a year. Sadly, this is usually the time in which they notice that mom or dad isn’t getting around as well as they once did. Their parents’ safety and how they navigate their home, especially the bathroom, becomes a concern. Something must be done in order to ensure the safety of our parents when we can’t be there.

Since most senior adults want to live in their own homes for as long as they possibly can, one option would be to remodel the bathroom to accommodate a parent’s needs. However, remodels are costly, messy, and time consuming, and most senior citizens live on a limited budget and can’t wait for weeks or months on a renewed bathroom space to be installed. A quicker, more cost-effective solution is necessary.

Miracle Method has just the solution adult children and their parents are looking for – an Easy Step Bathroom Safety Package, which includes the Easy Step tub-to-shower conversion, grab bars, and the application of a slip resistant surface. The Easy Step tub-to-shower conversion creates an opening in the side of a tub that will allow bathers to step through the side of the tub, instead of over it, which can significantly reduce the risk of loss of balance and falls. It can be installed with or without a door depending on the needs of the homeowners. The ADA-approved grab bars and slip resistant surface will also help prevent accidents and injuries due to slips and falls.

Before: The wall of the tub was difficult to step over, which could cause one to fall.

After: The Easy Step conversion and grab bars make getting into and out of the tub easier and safer.

With an Easy Step Bathroom Safety Package from Miracle Method, your parents can bathe easier and safer, and they’ll be able to stay in their own home for much longer. You’ll have peace of mind in knowing they can better take care of themselves.

If you and your parents are interested in learning more about Miracle Method’s Easy Step Bathroom Safety Package, please use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to locate a franchise near you.

What is the difference between laminate, Formica®, and Wilsonart®?

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As we refinish many types of countertops, Miracle Method professionals are often asked if there is a difference between these popular countertop surfaces: laminate, Formica®, and Wilsonart®. The truth is, laminate, Formica®, and Wilsonart® are basically the same; laminate is the material while Formica® and Wilsonart® are the brand names. Both brands come in a wide range of colors and patterns and are widely marketed for kitchen countertops, bathroom vanities, and bar counters.

Regardless of how they are branded, laminate countertops are often a popular choice for homes and apartments as they are non-porous, easy to clean, and affordable. However, through everyday use laminate, regardless of brand, can be cut by sharp knives, chipped, or even scorched by hot pots and pans. As with other surfaces, colors and patterns also become dated and tiresome. At some point,  the homeowner or facility manager is faced with what to do with the ugly surface.

Fortunately, Miracle Method can refinish laminate countertops, repairing the chips, burns, and knife marks and saving homeowners the expense and hassle of removal and replacement. Our beautiful Natural Accents™ stone-look finishes come in a variety of colors and will give any kitchen or bath an updated, new look.

To begin the process, laminate surfaces will be cleaned and de-greased, then burns, cuts, or chips will be filled, sanded, and made level. Our technician will then apply our MM-4 bonding agent to ensure our layers of high tech acrylic enamel will permanently adhere. The end result is a beautiful refinished surface that, unlike laminate, can be repaired in case of a chip or knife cut.

Before…. damaged and UGLY!

After…. with a beautiful Natural Accents™ stone-look finish!

Whether your countertops are called laminate, Formica®, or Wilsonart®, Miracle Method can restore damaged or outdated countertops to a like-new look and feel. Visit our website for more information, or contact your local Miracle Method franchise by calling 855-212-7337 or by using our online locator.

I’m selling my home. How can I update my kitchen?

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Updating your kitchen is a great way to make your home more appealing to potential buyers. Ugly, outdated, and damaged countertops can turn away prospective buyers and even kill a sale, so it’s important to make sure your kitchen is in good shape before you put your home on the market. Remodeling may initially come to mind, but it’s a lengthy and costly process. You need a solution and you need it fast!

Miracle Method’s surface refinishing is a great way to bring your kitchen into the present in just two to three days, at a fraction of the cost of remodeling. Our professional refinishing services can restore your countertops to a like-new look and feel whether they are tile, laminate, or Corian®. With dozens of colors to choose from, matching your decorating plan is a breeze; and if you like the look of stone, you’ll love our amazing Natural Accents® finishes.

Before… the countertops and backsplash were in need of a serious update.

 

After: Refinished countertops are beautiful and durable!

After: Refinished countertops are beautiful and durable!

Visit the Miracle Method website today to learn more about how we can help you update your kitchen before you put your home on the market. If you’re ready to speak with one of our Miracle Method professionals, please use our online locator or call 855-212-7337 to find the franchise nearest you.

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