How To Cut Backsplash Off Laminate Countertop. A laminate countertop should be accompanied by a laminate backsplash. If you'd prefer a ceramic backsplash instead, one that descends to the surface level of the laminate countertop, remove the laminate ridge to make room.
Cutting a laminate countertop with a jigsaw is one of the few ways to deal with this challenging material. Will it pop right off, or is it attached anywhere under the countertop. I used a solvent to remove the excess contact cement.
A wide variety of laminate countertop backsplash options are available to you, such as natural stone type, countertop material, and shape.
I was planning on getting laminate countertops for my kitchen remodel WITHOUT the built in/rolled backsplash. but my kitchen designer told me that I need Yet, I am seeing many articles and posts about people skipping the built in backsplash, because it looks so much nicer.
I only had a jig saw but if you have a skil saw you should use that on the long cuts and the jigsaw in the corners it will make it a lot easier. Here's how to cut, place and glue laminate or linoleum for the perfect kitchen backsplash. Cutting a laminate countertop with a jigsaw is one of the few ways to deal with this challenging material.