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A Square edge top is where laminate is glued on a inch and half medium density
Fiber board (MDF). The front edge is glued first, then the top is applied.
Making this type of countertop you will see a brown line on the front edge.
Laminate comes in standard sizes the biggest being 60” by 144”. If your top
is bigger than the laminate there will be a seam in your top. Seams are
usually placed in the sink or cook top area.The corners can be radius or square.
Normally all outside corners will be radius.
A Square edge top is where laminate is glued on a inch and half medium density
Fiber board (MDF). The front edge is glued first, then the top is applied.
Making this type of countertop you will see a brown line on the front edge.
Laminate comes in standard sizes the biggest being 60” by 144”. If your top
is bigger than the laminate there will be a seam in your top. Seams are
usually placed in the sink or cook top area.The corners can be radius or square.
Normally all outside corners will be radius.
While a laminate countertop is strong, it can be scratched, cut, or chipped,
especially on its edges. Knives or sharp utensils can slice or scratch the surface,
so use a cutting board to chop and slice. Abrasive items can scratch the surface,
so placemats are recommended to keep the finish fresh.
Certain chemicals can stain a laminate surface, especially inks and dyes.
Laminate can also be scorched or separate from its substrate if exposed to
temperatures above 150 degrees Fahrenheit. To protect against damage,place
hot pans or dishes on a trivet or hot-mat.
Laminate cannot be repaired. Some third-party seam-fill kits may make
damage less noticeable cannot completely repair a piece that is damaged.
Below you will find information on different options of square edge tops.
especially on its edges. Knives or sharp utensils can slice or scratch the surface,
so use a cutting board to chop and slice. Abrasive items can scratch the surface,
so placemats are recommended to keep the finish fresh.
Certain chemicals can stain a laminate surface, especially inks and dyes.
Laminate can also be scorched or separate from its substrate if exposed to
temperatures above 150 degrees Fahrenheit. To protect against damage,place
hot pans or dishes on a trivet or hot-
Laminate cannot be repaired. Some third-
Below you will find information on different options of square edge tops.
Option #1
Square Edge top with no backslpash
This top is made when there will be a different material for the backsplash
(tile or stainless steel).No frills just a simple top. Quick installation,lower cost in
fabrication. In most cases these tops must be tem plated.
Square Edge top with no backslpash
This top is made when there will be a different material for the backsplash
(tile or stainless steel).No frills just a simple top. Quick installation,lower cost in
fabrication. In most cases these tops must be tem plated.
Option #2
Square edge top with a loose backsplash
The splash is placed on top of countertop, usually after installation. There will
be a caulk line where backsplash and top meet. This top Is for kitchens that
may have uneven walls. Caulk line will need to be replaced a few years
after installation.
Square edge top with a loose backsplash
The splash is placed on top of countertop, usually after installation. There will
be a caulk line where backsplash and top meet. This top Is for kitchens that
may have uneven walls. Caulk line will need to be replaced a few years
after installation.
Option #3
Square edge tops with a cove backsplash
The laminate extends across the deck and continuously rolls up the face of the
splash. The top of the splash is square. "L" shaped and "U" shaped tops can
usually be fabricated without seams.This top is the best of the three choices.
These tops are excellent for almost all applications, particularly when sinks are
part of the function. Advantages of this top is there is no ugly caulk line. If your
walls are not straight there will be gaps on the top of the backsplash, where the
wall and backsplash meet.
Square edge tops with a cove backsplash
The laminate extends across the deck and continuously rolls up the face of the
splash. The top of the splash is square. "L" shaped and "U" shaped tops can
usually be fabricated without seams.This top is the best of the three choices.
These tops are excellent for almost all applications, particularly when sinks are
part of the function. Advantages of this top is there is no ugly caulk line. If your
walls are not straight there will be gaps on the top of the backsplash, where the
wall and backsplash meet.
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