Q–My plastic-laminate countertop, which is 38 years old, has a sizable burn mark. Is there some way I can paint or repair this? A–Small defects in plastic laminate, such as chips, can o… ...

Countertop Chemistry Can Involve Aluminum Compounds, Plastic or Recycled Materials. By Katherine Salant. July 29, 2005 at 8:00 p.m. EDT. Share. Add to your saved stories. Save.