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   ScottPost | Sep 09, 2004 03:22am | #1

   Two ways I've done it when putting hardwood edges on veneered panels:

   1. Glue it on a little proud, set the panel up on edge, then use a flush trim bit in a router riding on the edge to level it. The pilot bearing rides on the laminate so the edge is brought down perfectly flush.

   2. Use a block plane to carefully bring it down flush. When I do this I'll often run a layer of masking tape on the substrate side. I'll know I'm one shaving away from being done when I start cutting into the tape.

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   nikkiwood | Sep 09, 2004 03:49am | #2

   I think the best/easiest way to fabricate a wood edge on a laminate counter top is to attach the wood first -- before laminating. Then you can use a flush trim bit and/or belt sander to bring the strip dead flush with the substrate.

   Then, go ahead with applying the laminate, and flush trim it all around. You can then use a roundover bit on the wood strip, but I prefer ####45 degree camfer bit. Do about three passes, until the routered edge measures about 3/8". Lastly, I take a laminate file, and ever so slightly ease the edge of the exposed laminate -- just enough so it is not sharp.

   This makes a very elegant edge.

   You can either glue/nail, the wood strip, but if you prefer to avoid nail holes, use biscuits.

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   notDusty | Sep 09, 2004 05:12pm | #3

             Bob ,

      I agree with Nikki , the best way is to fasten the wood edge , is before you put the laminate on. You can set it close and easily belt sand the top edge flush to the top . Also this takes away a seam between the edge and top , more sanitary no where for bacteria or water to be , and it just looks nice , also it is a stronger bond IMO,

                                good        luck              dusty

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   Napie | Sep 09, 2004 05:49pm | #4

   I agree, attach the edging first, (I use biscuits), trim flush, then laminate over it. When all is set, route the profile through both the laminate and the edging, it always looks good that way.