Installation Tools and Supplies
The tools and supplies needed to do to a complete installation, including; applying end cap, applying end splash, cutting sink hole, assembling miter, scribing and securing countertop to cabinets are listed below. Other common items may be needed.
See individual headings that describe in detail the steps to do a professional looking countertop installation. You may not need all tools listed (e.g., if you are not applying an end cap you will not need the trim router, flush trim bit, brush or roller, contact adhesive, contact adhesive solvent, j-roller, petroleum jelly etc.).
- Tape measure
- Hammer
- Screw driver
- Belt sander (Fig.1)
- Router and laminate flush trim bit (Figs. 2 & 3)
- Jig saw (Fig.4) and wood cutting jig saw blades
- Power drill and Phillips bit
- Drill bits
- Saw horses
- 7/16" open-end wrench
- Pencil compass
- Caulking gun
- Hand file (fine tooth)
- Pencil or marking pen
- Laminate roller or J-roller
- Small paint roller or brush
- Wood glue
- Water resistant wood glue (Titebond® III works well)
- Contact adhesive
- Contact adhesive solvent
- Panel adhesive
- Caulk
- Screws
- Nails
- Lubricant (Petroleum jelly)
- Build-up strips
- Rags
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Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4