What is the best tool to cut Formica with?
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What is the best tool to cut Formica with?
You should not use a utility knife to cut your Formica® laminate sheet. We find that a circular saw and a jigsaw for fine-tuning do a much better job.
How do you cut laminated plastic?
CUTTING LAMINATED PLASTIC
- You can cut plastic laminate material with a circular saw, saber saw, backsaw or utility knife.
- When using a power circular saw or saber saw, cut from the back side of the laminate.
- Important: Always cut the sheets of laminated plastic slightly oversized to allow for trimming.
How do you cut Formica countertops without chipping?
To cut through laminate countertops, you can use a hand saw, but a circular saw makes the job much quicker. Because a circular saw can produce jagged edges and chip the laminate, your best bet is to lay the laminate face-side down and cut from the back to the front.
What type of blade do you use to cut Formica?
Formica is best cut with a fine-tooth carbide circular saw or jigsaw blade. Always start on the finished side of the Formica, or the side that will show when you’ve finished your installation. If you start cutting from the back side, the saw teeth can leave a chipped or jagged edge on the finished surface.
How do you cut plastic laminate countertops?
One standard way to cut a laminate sheet is to score it with a utility knife or a linoleum knife and snap it off, somewhat like cutting glass. This works fine for straight cuts that are relatively short. You can also make very short cuts, such as when cutting strips to length, with a miter saw.
Can you score and snap Formica?
A utility knife can be used to make scoring cuts on Formica. Formica brand plastic laminate is most commonly used to cover countertops, cabinet doors and drawer fronts. Formica is a leading brand whose name has been synonymous with laminate for decades.
How do you cut Formica strips?
Install a fine-toothed blade on your table or circular saw. Either saw can be used to cut the strips, however, if you use a circular saw you will also need a set of sawhorses. The fine-toothed blade will also help to prevent the laminate from chipping.
