[Shop-talk] update-recovering kitchen counter

[Chadwick E. Labno]

Just to up date all, I have the 10 foot section on counter
installed along with a new sink, garbage disposal, and
faucet. Took much longer then I planned. Cutting the
hole for the sink was a slow process. I made a few test
cuts with a saber (jig?) saw and to my surprise there
was no chipping. The lip on the sink overhangs
the counter by around 3/4 inch so I felt confident
I would have no problems. The drawing calls for a 1/2"
radius on the four corners, these I cut with a Forstner
bit - not the best tool for laminate - then proceeded to
cut with the saber saw. A little touch up with a disk
sander and I was finished. A little plumbing and it
was complete. The smaller counters and the longer
more visible cuts are on the back burner till next year,
which is good timing since I replaced a faulty burner
on my stove. I feel confident I can make these cuts
using the suggestions from this list plus some practice
on the section removed to install the sink. If all goes well
I cut them otherwise I seek professional help - of a
cabinet maker that is.
Hope Everyone had/is having a Merry Christmas
and will have enjoyable and safe New Year.
Thanks for all the help and advice so till 2008 -
chad