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hi i have a black kitchen bench top. can i get ply or mdf, nail glue it down and stain it? Will it work? I want to stain it walnut
Hello @michelleparry
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us and thanks for sharing your question about your benchtop.
It is possible to cover your benchtop with a timber benchtop if that is what you are after. Instead of plywood, I suggest having a look at the Specrite 2200 x 600 x 26mm Timber Multi Use Pine Panel if you are after a quick affordable cover. The multi-use panel has a much better surface than plywood and can be stained to whatever colour you are after.
It will be necessary to cover the front of the benchtop with another piece of the multi-use panel to give it that single solid look. You'll also need a benchtop joiner and when putting pieces together. Before you begin, I suggest planning it out on paper first so that you can see where the joins will be and how you'll cut the panel for the sink and cooktop.
However, as an alternative you also have the option of changing the entire benchtop with a new one. I recommend visiting your local store and speaking to the in-store kitchen specialist and getting a quote for your benchtop. Please make sure to measure your benchtop before you proceed to the store. I've placed a sample image below to give you an idea of what it might look like when you cover the surface of your benchtop with another benchtop.
If you have any other question we can help with, please let us know.
Eric
