How To Cut Laminate Countertops. The first step of the project is to mark the cut lines on the laminate countertop. How to Cut Laminate Counter Tops.
Since all plastic laminates are essentially the same, cutting Formica with a utility knife is identical to cutting most laminates. A bit of extra measuring and the right equipment will enable you to make the cut, adding aesthetic appeal to your kitchen. I'm using a laminate cutting jigsaw blade in the saw.
P lastic laminate countertops are economical, durable, easy to clean, come in a wide variety of designs, and best of all are relatively simple to install yourself.
Cutting a laminate countertop with a jigsaw is one of the few ways to deal with this challenging material.
In order to get an accurate result, you need to use a measuring tape and a large T-square. The material on the inside of the countertop is exposed during the cutting process. Laminate countertops have two distinct components: a plastic finish and a thick particle board or wood base layer.