I'd refrain from clearing over Formica. Especially with the friction the puck. If the lane is destroyed you can buy a new piece of Formica. St Louis Ball Bowler Co. sells them.
However shuffle alleys are not worth much and the new surface is not cheap so I suggest to use Novus 2. Take your time and you'll be surprised how nice it works.
After I wipe the haze off the alley I also place a healthy coat of Meguiars pure carnuba wax. Finish it off with silicone spray. Then #5 Speed shuffle alley dust.
Good luck!
OHEMIO