Picture of the new Formica Travertine Silver from the 180fx collection I found on the Internet.

Here is a link that might be useful: Picture of the new Formica Travertine Silver from the 180fx collection I found on the Internet

Thanks Lynn. I've seen this photo from a Google image search. The funny thing is that they must have needed a custom size for this table or island because the striations are running the "wrong" way. In the countertop, I'm told the pattern runs along the length of the counter, as one would expect.

Does anyone have first-hand experience with the Travertine Silver? It looks so much like the new, in demand honed counter materials that I figured someone here might have seen or considered it.

I hadn't seen that one before. I like it. I expect they did it that way to see more of the striations.

I also found this image of the Travertine Silver as a run of countertop.

I like the very gentle movement of the striations and the color gradation. In the 12 x 12 pieces I've seen, the color varies quite a bit from sample to sample with some seeming very white and some much more beige or taupe. I'm trying to get a feel for whether this is a "warm" tone or a "cool" tone overall.

If no one else has used this pattern yet, I may have to be the guinea pig. I've found a great local fabrication place that can do the 180fx colors with any of the upgraded edges for $18 a linear foot. That's not much more than the standard laminates, and way less than the kitchen or big box stores charge. Maybe I should do a smaller laundry room counter first just to be sure I like it?

I used Formica High Definition counter top 7 years ago when we put in our new kitchen. It had just come out, and I had to wait for a while to get it. Back then, I paid $100.00 per foot. I am sorry to say that I have been disappointed with it almost since the beginning. It lost the shine right away, and I have never been able to get that back. I have tried Counter Top Shine, many different cleaners, and did exactly what the installers told me to do. Now it is just a faux granite counter top with a matt finish. I am very disappointed with it, and I would never buy Formica Brand anything. I wish that I had just paid the extra $ and went to Solid Surface. You're thinking about a different type of counter top, I know, but, I would think twice about purchasing and installing Formica anything.

I haven't seen that one. I don't necessarily like strongly colored or patterned countertops, so like the subtle coloring and pattern, and think it could still be pretty. Interesting that the table picture looks so white and the other you found looks so golden. Maybe one of those things that's sort of both cool and warm and will chameleon with your room.

I have had great luck with Formica surfaces, and we have it throughout our house, and in our last house, including the glossy Etchings surface that never lost its sheen...although have never had one of the high def lines. With the honed surface it should be even easier to keep nice.

If you get it, I'm really looking forward to seeing the pics! Doing the small counter seems reasonable, especially if the lighting is such that you think it'll give you the idea of how the kitchen might look. And if you don't like it, changing the small counter might not be an expensive fix.

Ksissy, I'm sorry to hear you've been so disappointed with the Formica, especially after paying that kind of money! I have had a glossy black laminate counter that got dulled quickly, but it was pretty inexpensive, so I wasn't too surprised. I put the Formica Etchings finish in my last kitchen and was very happy with it; no fading, dulling, or problems for the almost three years that we had that house. Was yours one of the Mascarello patterns? That finish seems very similar to the Etchings finish, so I'm surprised you had such problems.

Rhome, I like the subtle effect, also. I think the necessary mitered corners of laminate might be better hidden with something like this as compared to the more vibrant patterns. I noticed the difference in undertones in the photos, too. The Formica professional shots look whiter and cooler, but I'm thinking all the lighting might have done it. Some of the large samples I've seen do have warmer beige tones running throughout, so it might work like a chameleon as you say and shift depending on the surrounding colors and materials.

Hi equest 17, I got my sample and my counter top is Formica Perlate Granite, No 3522-46. And, to my surprise, it is the Etchings Finish. I would really appreciate it, if you could give me info, as to what product you used, or how you cleaned it, to make it shine again. The Formica people have been of no help to me, when I first called them several years ago. They only stated that they were no responsible. Thanks for the help.

Ksissy, the Giallo Granite that I had in the Etchings finish never had any problems. I just wiped it with a damp cloth for regular cleaning, or sprayed it with 409 every once in a while for a sticky mess or to sanitize. The glossy black laminate that I had before (a cheaper brand and pattern) never did look perfect after it got worn, but I used Gel Gloss on it occasionally to freshen the shine. It didn't help specific scratches very much, but there was a worn, dull area where I always prepped and laid my cutting board, and the Gel Gloss seemed to blend that in temporarily.

I have 180fx on my counters, the Corbeau Montana. I've had it for a little over a year. The finish is still fine on it. I've managed to put a few small scratches in it, but those are only visible if you're looking pretty closely at it. Happy with it so far.

Cj

I am also looking for more photos for this countertop. I am opting for a flat edge so it looks more natural. I have chosen espresso cabinets. Hope someone can share their photos soon!

I am also looking at the travertine silver for our new kitchen. Does anyone in Canada know where I can purchase this product aside from Home Depot?
Thanks!

Measurements will be done on Jan. 8 for my Formica 180fx Travertine Silver countertops. Went to a different Lowes store and saw it on display with pencil edge. It was much nicer that I hoped. Eager to get it. I choose the matte finish. I Googled and found several images online.

donnasophia,

May I ask the cost per foot for the Formica 180fx Travertine Silver countertops at Lowes?

You can also buy the formica in sheets, you can install it over old formica. I couldn't stand our original formica counters in the house we bought so I bought a few sheets of formica 180 (different pattern than above) and the contact cement for it and diy while I decide my kitchen layout. Biggest thing is making sure the surface you are glueing to is roughed up and not shiny. I went over the original counter with a belt sander since there were still shiny areas.

Lowes was cheaper than Home Depot here in NJ. So far I am really impressed. I am not planning to keep it so I am not being extra careful and I am actually liking it. Dh has managed to set some hot things on it, my MIL cut sweet potatoes up on it before I had a chance to give her a cutting board and no damage to the formica. It has surprised me in a good way.

I think the photo equest found was taken under either commercial fluorescent or sodium vapor lighting. When I used to do film photography (ah, the old days!) it was a real pain to do color correction. Such lights really throw off the actual color, so I wouldn't depend on that photo for anything except showing the pattern variation.

OOOOH, love the look of this!

I am disappointed in my blue storm countertop, it has dulled.