Thanks 1up, I'll look into that...
I'm still weighing my options... anyone have an approach to removing to really stuck on laminate (yes I'll search the archives)... In the rec.arcade.collectible.whatever usenet group googled archives I've seen recommendations on using a heat gun (but no information on the process) and using brute force with a scraper... *shrug*
I, of course am looking for the path of least resistance that'll have the best results possible =P hence my request for tips, the communities experience in painting over or removing laminate/veneer.
thanks
rampy