Making Bevel Edge Laminate Countertops

Although beveled edges and backsplashes for laminate countertops have been around for a few decades we make ours different.

Making bevel edge laminate countertops.

By herrick kimball issue 114. The ugly black seam on flat lay laminate countertops really frustrated loti corp s founder hence the creation of gem loc. Beveled edges are generally found on countertops installed in one piece such as granite or concrete countertops. Making bevel edge laminate countertops with store bought moldings and a router you can give laminate counters the monolithic look of solid surface material.

L oti corp manufactures high quality laminate countertop edges we ve proudly named gem loc and bevel. At last an edgeband solution for cabinets doors drawers shelves tables fixtures and countertops that complements more than 200 wilsonart laminate designs. They sell special pre made edges that you can glue onto your countertops. Wilsonart provides laminate to many fine companies who offer pre fabricated countertops with various edge profiles from ogee to bullnose to builders remodelers retailers and installers.

An experienced kitchen renovator explains how he uses readily available moldings to finish the edge of a laminate countertop. So the countertop would be made normal but instead of a 90 degree edge where you use laminate trimmer to finish the material the edge would consist of a 45 degree with a 1 4 inch or so laminated followed by another 45 degree to compete the 90 corner. Diy instructions for constructing a laminate countertop with beveled edging and an undermount stainless steel sink. I think it s a great idea and it actually looks easy to do.

I have made laminate countertops before but i thought i would like to make a countertop with a small bevel on the corker. How to install bevel edge on a laminate countertop by countertops unlimited in buffalo ny. Laminate countertop beveled edge the edge design of the bench contributes to the aesthetic appeal of your kitchen or bathroom. Instead of applying separate pieces of laminate to the faces we use a single piece of laminate and a very precise miter fold to allow the laminate pattern to flow from one face to the other leaving one less seam.

Our company was founded in 1998 with the sole purpose of redefining the look of laminate countertops. This is because the manufacturer can cut the beveled edge into the countertop itself. Since then our purpose has been focused on making high quality.