Trim Laminate End Cap Without Router

File routed edge of end cap at slight angle to remove any sharp edge and flush edge of end cap to laminate on countertop.

Trim laminate end cap without router. In stock at store today. Give yourself an extra inch on both dimensions you can trim the excess later. There are better ways using power tools to trim. Laminate trimmer vs router.

Step 3 unplug the router. Design to trim the laminate countertops formica etc. Diablo 3 8 in. Place a single layer of masking tape on the surface of the laminate along the router s path to prevent the router s base from scratching the laminate as you trim the edge.

Mainly used to trim plastic laminate edges that require hours for completing the work nicely. Center and press the buildup strip into place. Cut the laminate sheeting down to size to fit the countertop with a circular saw or a fine toothed handsaw. This allows the razor business card to slide along the surface without scratching the speaker and also leaves a very slight bit of overhang in the veneer you are trimming.

Freud 1 16 inch radius laminate trim bit with shank replaces amana s bit. The bottom line is that the laminate trimmer is essentially a compact router designed for portability and ease of use. Insert your flush cut bit. Top bearing flush trim bit 1 model dr50112 25 84.

How do you trim veneer without a router. After installing new laminate countertop edges you have to file them to make them fit. Move router in a counter clockwise direction. It s easy to nick the.

14 results router planer type. Top sellers most popular price low to high price high to low top rated products. While it can be used to trim laminate it is also suitable for light jobs that traditionally call for a regular router. These bits have a bearing that cut the edges along the side of the material.

Use a straight bit for the bottom lip of the counter. Use small hand held router with laminate flush trim bit to trim off excess cap material fig 11. Gives a high quality product. Dia top bearing flush trim bit 4 model dr50106 22 97.

Use a bevel bit for the top edge where the laminate pieces for the. I trim mine by using a business card against the speaker with a razor blade pressed flush against the business card. How to select the right tool.