Install Countertop Sheet Laminate

Use a slitter for narrow strips a laminate slitter 140 at online retailers is almost a must for cutting thin laminate strips.

Install countertop sheet laminate.

Laminate countertops are durable easy to clean and more moisture proof than just about any other material you can use. Post form countertops are made in standard sized lengths and come pre assembled complete with backsplash. If you need to make a cut out for the sink and range top use the old laminate countertop as a guide. 1 wooden dowels cut slightly longer than the width of your countertop.

Table saw circular saw or track saw for cutting laminate sheets. Line up your laminate sheet so that it s sticking past your countertop. Install a laminate countertop to refresh your kitchen or bath s appearance. The laminate comes in thin rigid sheets that you secure to a countertop frame using contact cement.

How to install laminate countertop sheet. Materials needed for installing laminate sheets. The most accurate method is to order the countertops from cabinet. Lay a laminate sheet on top of a section of your counter.

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. 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. I went with this matte white formica sheet for my workbench. Draw a sketch and measure carefully.

You can build a laminate countertop from scratch or purchase a pre manufactured countertop which is called a post form countertop. Countertop fabricators and retailers may ask for different information so first ask for measuring instructions from your supplier. 4 foam paint roller. Transform your kitchen with new countertops from menards.

Cut any narrow strips first before rough cutting the large kitchen. It has an adjustable guide so you can cut strips ranging in width from 1 2 in. If you re installing a new sink or range top use the template that comes in the box. If your sink or range top did not come with a template set the item upside down on top of the new countertop.

Up to 4 1 4 in. Laminate sheet wider and longer than your countertop.