How to Create Kid-Friendly Designs with Formica® Laminate

Using Formica^® Laminate for High-Traffic Home Surfaces

Life is busy. Durable surfaces are a must for families on the go. Fortunately, creating kid-friendly designs in your home is easy with Formica^® Laminate sheets. From markerboard desks ready for drawings and doodles to cozy bedrooms, the design ideas you’ll find below can help inspire your next home improvement project.

Formica^® Laminate is an excellent choice for:

• Workspaces and craft rooms 
• Bedrooms
• Game rooms and playrooms
• Mudrooms and entryways 

Why High Pressure Laminate? 

Formica^® Laminate is known around the world as a beautiful, durable and cost-effective surfacing option. Because it’s impact resistant, easy to clean and durable, it’s a fan favorite for many, especially families with younger children. In addition, the 100+ patterns and colors make it highly versatile for creating modern, eye-catching designs.

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Workspaces

Kids need a good place for homework, artwork, gaming, connecting, relaxing and more. Or perhaps you have a budding CEO who would love their own home office. Your child can pick their favorite Formica^® Laminate pattern or color to make their desk or workspace one of a kind.

Reading Nooks

Sometimes kids need a quiet spot to curl up and read or daydream. Craft a reading nook near a window to give your young folks a stylish place to get away for a while. Durable Formica^® Laminate surfaces stay beautiful for years and resist light scratches and most impacts.

Bedroom Retreats

When it’s time to unwind or hit the sheets, a cozy bedroom is hard to beat. Formica^® Laminate is an excellent option for making a headboard or bedframe that works with your child’s existing décor or color palette. From woodgrains to solid colors, Formica^® Laminate décors offer a wide range of design possibilities.   

Bonus idea: Closet doors in Formica^® Markerboard Laminate double as a blank canvas, and kids won’t get in trouble for writing on the walls! Explore dozens of Formica^® Laminate colors and patterns available with dry-erase capabilities.

Mudrooms and Entryways

Let’s face it — kids  can bring outdoor messes inside. Creating a functional entryway, mudroom or laundry room where sports equipment, toys, shoes or other gear can be stored is a win for everyone. Plus, with easy cleanup and impact resistance, Formica® Laminate keeps your space looking good for years.