Installing Laminate Countertops And Backsplash

Here s how to cut place and glue laminate or linoleum for the perfect kitchen backsplash.

Installing laminate countertops and backsplash.

Installing plastic laminate countertops is different from making it into a backsplash. Though most of the. If you need to make a cut out for the sink and range top use the old laminate countertop as a guide. Center it and trace the outline.

For entertainment purposes only. If your sink or range top did not come with a template set the item upside down on top of the new countertop. Attaching laminate yourself can be a little risky but you ll save yourself a nice chunk of money if you go this route. With laminate countertops as any countertops it is essential to also have a backsplash to protect the wall behind the countertop from moisture.

You can get your cabinets prefabricated and screw them in or you can laminate wood countertops yourself. To install a laminate countertop in your kitchen you should start by dry fitting it to the cabinets. Lamination is a favorite countertop material because it is durable affordable to install and easy to clean. Keep this in mind throughout the construction process and be particularly careful when working on the laminate edges with a router and file.

If you re installing a new sink or range top use the template that comes in the box. Finish securing the laminate countertop to the cabinets with screws making sure the screw is long enough to hold securely but not so long as to puncture the top surface. End splash average cost. The easiest approach is to order custom made laminate countertops ours cost about 30 per running foot from a local home center full service lumberyard or cabinet countertop shop.

A backsplash is relatively safe from damage once it s on the wall but when you re creating or installing the backsplash once false move with the wrong tool can lead to unsightly permanent damage. If you require additional protection a separate backsplash can be designed with easy to clean materials like ceramic or glass tiles. A backsplash is typically a 4 inch extension of the countertop which helps protect the back wall from cooking splatters and stains. Once the fit is confirmed the seams can be joined with butterfly clamps biscuit joiners and glue.

Install a laminate countertop to refresh your kitchen or bath s appearance. In this episode we install gray base and casing trim throughout. You can also buy premade take it with you stock tops in limited colors at many home centers for about half the price of custom countertops. Post form countertops are made in standard sized lengths and come pre assembled complete with backsplash.