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Make Your Own Laminate Countertops

With inexpensive tools and materials, you can build durable, distinctive work surfaces in just about any size or shape

by Steve Morris

From preparing the particleboard substrate to gluing down the laminate, this article takes you step by step through the process of making your own laminate countertops. You'll also find tips for working with contact cement and for bending and routing the edges.

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