Making Beveled Edge Laminate Countertops

An experienced kitchen renovator explains how he uses readily available moldings to finish the edge of a laminate countertop.

Making beveled edge laminate 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. After countless times of ruining a brand new counter edge when trimming the top down to the final dimension i came up with this trick to provide consistent. The classic method of dealing with unfinished countertop edges is known as edge banding and the most common form of banding are strips of the same laminate used for the top. 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.

I think it s a great idea and it actually looks easy to do. The ugly black seam on flat lay laminate countertops really frustrated loti corp s founder hence the creation of gem loc. You can also have just the top edge beveled or have both the top and bottom edges. At last an edgeband solution for cabinets doors drawers shelves tables fixtures and countertops that complements more than 200 wilsonart.

There is another way to do the edges of a laminate countertop that i just recently found out about. Beveled edges are marked by their sharp 45 degree angle. Choose from seamless edges full wrap edges and more. Our company was founded in 1998 with the sole purpose of redefining the look of laminate countertops.

There are many variations of beveled edges. Decorative edges give you a flawless finished look you ll love. Making bevel edge laminate countertops with store bought moldings and a router you can give laminate counters the monolithic look of solid surface material. By herrick kimball issue 114.

L oti corp manufactures high quality laminate countertop edges we ve proudly named gem loc and bevel. Choose from a wide variety of styles patterns and finishes and enjoy all the ways laminate makes life easier. They sell special pre made edges that you can glue onto your countertops. Since then our purpose has been focused on making high quality.

Although beveled edges and backsplashes for laminate countertops have been around for a few decades we make ours different. This cut makes for a well defined border that frames the countertop while maintaining an elegant finish.