Laminate Countertop Cost — 8 ft Kitchen, $20/sq ft
An 8-foot laminate countertop run at $20/sq ft with minimal install cost is one of the most affordable counter options.
How to use this tool
- Add up the length of all counter runs in inches.
- Enter the counter depth (about 25.5 in for standard kitchens).
- Enter the material price per square foot for your chosen surface.
- Add a flat fabrication and installation fee.
- Read the area, material cost, and total estimated cost.
Estimate the low-cost total for a laminate countertop installation in a small kitchen or bathroom.
Frequently asked questions
- How do I calculate countertop square footage?
- Multiply the total length by the depth in inches, then divide by 144 to get square feet. A 120-inch run at 25.5 inches deep is 21.25 sq ft.
- How much does a countertop cost per square foot?
- Material runs from about $10-$40 per sq ft for laminate up to $100+ for premium stone and quartz, plus a fabrication-and-install fee for templating, cutouts, and edging.
- Does this include sink cutouts and edging?
- It includes a flat fabrication-and-install fee but not per-foot edge upgrades, extra cutouts, backsplash, or slab waste. Treat it as a baseline and add those extras.