How To Cut Thin Sheets Of Wood Woodworking Laminate

Using a handheld power saw.

How to cut thin sheets of wood woodworking laminate. Handheld power saws cut on the upstroke so you ll minimize chipping by placing the laminate face down and cutting from the back of the sheet. You are not cutting through the material here. For a 25 1 2 x 84 countertop you might want to cut your veneer to 26 1 2 x 85 apply a thin even coat of contact adhesive to the backing and the substrate. When you are already ready to cut put the laminate facing the surface on a piece of foam to cut the exact sizes that you want.

A table saw could also be used. Fitting the countertop in place. Press the laminate onto the substrate with a j roller. Draw all pieces at least inch larger in all directions than is actually needed.

Cutting can be a problem if the wood is too thin or if you are cutting something with a laminate overlay because the wood will splinter or the. Measure how much laminate that you need. Place identical pieces next to each other and allow pieces that are close in size to share edges as well cutting them a little larger if needed to make the fewest cuts possible. Avoid breakage at edges with a hammer and wood block inset.

Work a laminate file diagonally and at 15 to the top to ease the sharp flush trim edges. Wait a few minutes for the adhesive to get tacky. The strips are usually cut at the bandsaw a tool that excels at resawing. The use of the foam is to have a flat surface while trimming the material.

This is the best way to cut wood without splintering and it is so incredibly easy. How thin you cut the strips depends on a number of factors include the wood s natural bending properties the severity of the curve and your tolerance for springback. To ensure a straight cut. Cutting 96x34 or any size sheets of pfl with a straight edge and a trim router.

Sketch out your laminate sheet on paper and draw in the pieces you intend to cut from a single sheet. You are simply creating a clean cut in the bottom face of the. You ll trim it to size after it s applied. The hubs and i have been working on a project that i should have installed and ready to show you next week but i thought i d share a little tip with you in the meantime.

Next set up your table saw or circular saw blade to cut 1 4 into the material. Trim off the overhung edges of the laminate in a counterclockwise motion using a flush trim bit.