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It's been a tough few years for Formica. Known for decades as the kitchen and bath countertop of choice for millions of homeowners, the reliable laminate has been pushed from its perch, first by ...

Formica, the company, invented laminate countertops as a reasonably durable alternative to heavy, expensive stone tops. Formica soon became the unofficial name for any laminate-like countertop.

Q: About three years ago, we had what I think is a Formica countertop installed in our laundry room. Last year, after guests used the room, I found white stains by the sink. Perhaps it was from ...