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LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS FAQ’S

What is a build-up kit and when would I need to use

one? A build-up kit is a set of small, wooden blocks that

are designed to be applied directly to the underside of the

countertop deck as spacers to ensure the drawers have

enough clearance to properly open and close. Build-up kits

may or may not be required for your project depending on

your current cabinetry design and measurements. Please

measure if the countertop edge overhang on this counter-

top will allow your drawers to open and close successfully. If

not, please find the laminate countertop build-up kit avail-

able online.

What is a miter countertop? A miter countertop is pre-cut

at a 45-degree angle to allow your countertop deck to form

an angle. Mitered countertops are available as left miters

and right miters based on the direction of the angle cut –

you will need to refer to your projects requirements to de-

termine if you need the left miter, right miter, or both miters.

I need countertops that form an L to t my existing cab-

inetry. Can I use this countertop? Yes, you will need a left

and right miter to create the L shape.

What is a miter bolt kit and when would I need to use

one? A miter bolt kit is designed to connect two mitered

countertops together using the bolts supplied. A miter bolt

is necessary with the purchase of a mitered countertop. Mi-

ter bolt kits are sold separately and available online.

What is the difference between an endcap kit and an

endsplash kit? An endcap kit is designed to be applied

to the unfinished, exposed countertop ends after any cuts

have been made. Endcaps not only provide a finished look,

they also help protect the countertops by keeping moisture

out. An endcap kit includes both left and right endcaps.

On the other hand, an endsplash kit is essentially a back-

splash for the end of the countertop where it meets the wall.

Endsplashes match the contour of your countertop edge

profile while sitting directly on top of the countertop surface

to provide added protection. Endsplashes are reversible

and fit either end of the countertop.

Can I install this countertop on top of an existing coun-

tertop? We recommend that you remove existing counter-

tops prior to installing the new countertops directly on top

of your cabinetry.

Can this countertop be cut to my project’s specic size

requirements? Yes, these countertops a manufactured in

standard lengths with the expectation that many home-

owners will need to cut to size in order to fit their project.

Please follow our step-by-step installation guide found on

the product listing.

Will the home center cut and install this for me? The

home center is unable to cut the countertop to size. If exact

lengths are required, please contact the kitchen department

directly for more information on a special-order option.

Can I use an undermount sink with this countertop? Yes,

an undermount sink can be paired with this countertop.

However, the installation process can be quite challenging,

so we do recommend using a skilled fabricator to install.

Please contact the kitchen department if you need a list of

local fabricators.

What if I need a non-standard depth or an island appli-

cation? If you need a non-standard depth or an island appli-

cation, please contact the kitchen department to determine

your special-order options.

I don’t want to use the backsplash, can I just cut it off?

No, we do not recommend cutting of the backsplash if you

do not wish to use. Please contact the kitchen department

to determine special order options for countertops without

a backsplash.

Can this countertop be used outdoors? Due to the ex-

treme changes in humidity we do not recommend using

this product for outdoor use.

What type of saw is recommended to cut the coun-

tertop? Either a hand saw, table saw, or skill saw may be

used to fabricate, however we do recommend a fine-tooth

blade (10-12 teeth per inch) for precise cuts.

What if I need a countertop longer that what you of-

fer? Our countertops can be purchased in smaller runs

and joined together to ensure a perfect fit. Additionally,

our 12 foot lengths can be special ordered by contacting

the kitchen department.

Summary of content (2 pages)

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LAMINATE COUNTERTOPS FAQ’S What is a build-up kit and when would I need to use one? A build-up kit is a set of small, wooden blocks that are designed to be applied directly to the underside of the countertop deck as spacers to ensure the drawers have enough clearance to properly open and close. Build-up kits may or may not be required for your project depending on your current cabinetry design and measurements.
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My endcaps are too large for my countertop, what do I need to do? Great question. We manufacture the endcap kits slightly larger than the depth of the countertop on purpose. Once the endcaps are applied to the countertop’s end, they need to be filed to size to ensure a proper fit. How do I clean this countertop? Cleaning our countertops are simple and they can easily be cleaned with a mild detergent and damp cloth.