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Seven Step Guide To Install Laminate Countertops - 2

...4. Metal Fittings

Make your installation professional and use metal fixings along the box by evenly distributing the fixings along the entire length of the top of the counter at one inch intervals. Then affix the top to each of the metal supports using screws at the center, front, and the rear. Before screwing anything down make sure everything is perfectly level otherwise the stress will lead to cracks or warping in the future.

5. Pre-Drill

Pre drill the screw holes in the entire countertop to ensure that it doesn't split or crack. Don't tighten the screws too tight or you will split the laminate and that will ruin it as repairing cracks is almost impossible.

6. Expansion

How much your countertop expands will depend on the level of humidity in the room but anticipating at least a 1/2" expansion would be safe. Make sure you take this into account when you are measuring, fitting and installing your counters. If you do not you will land up with tension cracks.

7. Silicone

Once you have firmly attached your countertop using clear silicone run a bead along where the wall and countertop join. This will stop moisture or debris from being trapped.

That's it.

Since you now know what you needed to know about installing laminate countertops, you are ready to get that laminate countertop in your kitchen. Once your remodel job is all over and done with, you will be glad, and you will enjoy using your countertop.

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