Install Countertop Laminate Sheets

Install a laminate countertop to refresh your kitchen or bath s appearance.

Install countertop laminate sheets.

You can build a laminate countertop from scratch or purchase a pre manufactured countertop which is called a post form countertop. Line up your laminate sheet so that it s sticking past your countertop. I ll walk you through the process of how i laminated my kreg workbench top so it can handle all the abuse from building painting and sanding my. Laminate sheet finish options go glossy for a shiny finish.

We offer a variety of laminate solid surface and quartz countertops as well as in stock laminate countertops to match any style. Measure each section of the countertop where you re going to put laminate. The edges of these sheets are very straight so you should plan for the edges to line the rear of the cabinet against the wall when possible. How to install laminate countertop sheets.

Lay a laminate sheet on top of a section of your counter. Choose surface designs like stone look patterns abstract and wood laminate sheets. Line it up so that it s parallel with the sides of your countertop with 2 3 inches 5 1 7 6 cm sticking out over the side. Laminate sheets are easy to attach to plywood for a quick countertop solution.

You can cut the dado by making a few passes on your table saw. Further customize and enhance your kitchen s functionality with our wide range of cutting boards cabinets backsplashes and wall tiles kitchen sinks kitchen faucets and installation accessories. For the back edge of the top piece of laminate and any other part that will butt against a wall don t leave an overhang. Post form countertops are made in standard sized lengths and come pre assembled complete with backsplash.

Cut out the pieces using a razor knife. Next measure the dimensions of the countertop and sketch a diagram of the countertop shape that you re going to have to cut out of the sheet laminate. Cut a dado in the backsplash. Before you assemble the underlayment plow a 1 4 in deep 1 4 in wide dado into the backsplash figure a.

The laminate slips into the groove to give you a little wiggle room when you install it. Transfer the dimensions to your laminate sheets adding an inch all around to each section. Laminate sheets are an inexpensive way to add a tough waterproof surface to your countertops and table tops. Transform your kitchen with new countertops from menards.