Browse Forums Kitchen Corner Re: Why not laminate? 31Mar 10, 2011 5:03 pm I remember reading somewhere that one of the top things on a lot of people's list of things to change when they buy a house that has been lived in is the kitchen. Units might be a bit different as people tend to have a slightly different mindset regarding renovations, especially the nice new ones that are proliferating all over Queensland, particularly the many of those heading for the investment market. As S-A says, the qualities in a house that people tend to look at are the amenities of the location and the potential for modification. If I were in the market for a house I know I wouldn't care about the paint colour, the carpet, the kitchen or the landscaping. I believe that laminate is incredibly versatile, durable, appropriate for purpose and excellent value for money. Engineered and natural stone can definitely add a sense of perceived quality/value and has it's own tactile and aesthetic appeal. If I were specifying a new kitchen for myself I would choose neither but I have said all that before. Cheers, Earl That sucks! Hope it all works out. Good to move away from steel anyway for all your reasons, but it's also thermally poor. 16 17894 Hi All, I just wanted to close this topic out with an update. So we ended up agreeing to a number with the insurance company, and after an extensive amount of hand… 8 23405 A Sabco spin mop, minimal moisture, not very regularly. I was told these hybrids are water resistant 🤷♀️ 2 7644 |