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Sam,
I usually use construction adhesive on the bottom edge of the field joint(so that it doesn’t squeeze out on top.) Then after the whole joint is tight and completely smooth, I go over the seam with seam fill. This comes in a small tube from the countertop manufacturer and is applied right out of the tube. It cleans up with laquer thinner. The countertop maker can give you seam fill that matches perfectly. This too, makes the seam “waterproof”. By the way, start in the front and work your way to the back tightening a little at a time.
Hope this helps!
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Getting ready to install one of those prefab'd, particle board countertops with the laminate already applied (I hear the snickering in the background "What?!?! Not Corian?!?!). At any rate, because of the "L" design of the counter, it has the miter w/ the pinch bolts on the underside. Any suggestions on glue for the miter joint? The instructions that came with it tell you to use "waterproof" glue of course, but that seems a little broad for my tastes. I'm hoping for something a little more specific....
Sam
*Sam, I've used a thin bead of clear silicone for that job. Seems to work just fine.Jim (snicker snicker).
*I use clear Polyseamseal (mildew proof version) on this joint. Not only is it an adhesive caulk, but it is mildewproof in case water tends to migrate to that area for some reason.By sealing the seam with a caulk/sealant rather than glue, you have pretty much made the joint waterproof, provided the bolts are good and tight, and there is a good fit at the joint seam.Just an opinion...James DuHamel
*Sam, there's a product called "color-rite" that's an adhesive caulk. Comes in a 4 or 5 ounce squeeze tube. It's available to match pretty much any laminate color. The place where you bought the top should be able to get it if they dont have it.Chuck
*Sam, I usually use construction adhesive on the bottom edge of the field joint(so that it doesn't squeeze out on top.) Then after the whole joint is tight and completely smooth, I go over the seam with seam fill. This comes in a small tube from the countertop manufacturer and is applied right out of the tube. It cleans up with laquer thinner. The countertop maker can give you seam fill that matches perfectly. This too, makes the seam "waterproof". By the way, start in the front and work your way to the back tightening a little at a time. Hope this helps!