Basic
$18 – $44 per sq ft
Standard-grade solid-color laminate on particleboard, square self-edge, 4 in. backsplash, sink cutout
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How Much Does Formica Countertop Cost in Washington, District of Columbia?
Supply and install a Formica/laminate countertop (template, cut, edge band, adhere, sink cutout) per sq ft of counter; removal of old top and plumbing extra.
Formica Countertop in Washington, District of Columbia typically costs $21 to $52 per sq ft as of 2026. Prices reflect local labor and material rates. Use our calculator below for a detailed, ZIP-code-adjusted estimate.
Formica Countertop in Washington, District of Columbia
$21 – $52
per sq ftPrices in Washington are 5.0% higher than the national average for formica countertop.
National average: $20 – $50 per sq ft
What you get at each price level
Standard
$21 – $52 per sq ft
Stone-look laminate on moisture-resistant core, beveled edge, 4 in. matching backsplash, sink cutout
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$26 – $65 per sq ft
High-definition stone-look laminate with matte texture on moisture-resistant core, profiled edge, tight seams, 4 in. backsplash, sink cutout
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Cost Breakdown in Washington
| Component | Category | Price Range | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Materials | material | $9.45 – $24 | sq ft |
| Labor | labor | $7.28 – $18 | sq ft |
| Supplies & Other | supplies | $2.52 – $6.30 | sq ft |
| Equipment & Disposal | equipment | $1.68 – $4.20 | sq ft |
Prices adjusted for Washington local market conditions.
Formica Countertop photo examples
Dark slate-look laminate countertops in a kitchen with wood cabinets
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Find a pro to do thisGreen marble-pattern laminate countertop with a square edge
Photo: Jud McCranie · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Source
Find a pro to do thisWhite marble-pattern laminate countertop sample surface
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Design styles
See how formica countertop looks in each style, with photos of real projects by working designers.
Washington style: Federal traditional and contemporary
Washington's row houses and Georgetown Federal buildings set a formal traditional baseline: symmetry, millwork, shutters and period detail. Renovations often keep the shell and insert a crisp contemporary kitchen or bath.
Work by Washington designers first, then the styles Washington draws from.
Built from
Maximalist kitchen
Photo: Zoe Feldman Design · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Cabana Home · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Cielo Home · Profile
Traditional kitchen: Kitchen 2
Photo: David Heide Design Studio · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Debra Butler Design Studio · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Designs Unlimited · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Dogwood Proper · Profile
Traditional kitchen: Elevated Classic Kitchen
Photo: Flemming Interiors · Profile
Traditional kitchen
Photo: Jennifer Taylor Design · Profile
Cost Factors in Washington, District of Columbia
What Affects Pricing
- Materials ($9.00-$22.50 per square foot)
- Labor ($7.00-$17.50 per square foot)
- Supplies & Other ($2.40-$6.00 per square foot)
- Equipment & Disposal ($1.60-$4.00 per square foot)
Local Price Adjustments
Material costs5.0% above avg
Labor costs4.0% above avg
Frequently Asked Questions
References
- Laminate Vs Formica Countertops? Prices, Installation Cost - Flooring Clarity, Flooring Clarity, retrieved Nov 2026
- Buyer's Guide: Laminate Countertops | Formica Group, Formica Group, retrieved Nov 2026
- Construction wages by metro and rural area, used for the labor adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025
- Regional price parities for goods, used for the materials adjustment by ZIP code, U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, 2024
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