Our laminate countertop looked fine but the protective coating was pretty much gone.
Polyacrylic on laminate.
It can be applied with a paint or foam brush.
Water based for easy clean up.
Oil based polyurethane for countertops.
No lingering oder cons.
Matte satin or gloss.
Coffee tea wine juice sauces and egg yolk caused stubborn stains that required almost daily scrubbing.
Polyurethane varnish is one of the best finishes for a countertop it s durable and when applied properly can be just as subtle as lacquer.
It requires some patience so you don t end up with bubbles or brush strokes.
Polycrylic will dry to the touch within about 30 minutes and it can then be handled about 1 hour after application.
You can get a variety of finishes with polycrylic.