What is the best tool to cut Formica with?

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Use a circular saw or laminate shears to cut the Formica into large pieces. Do not try to cut a curve with a circular saw. Cut out the shape’s form, and leave the trimming for a finer saw and corners for a saw with a some flexibility. Install the Formica onto the countertop or other location.

Can you cut a Formica countertop?

Plastic laminate is surprisingly easy to cut. You can do it with a circular saw, a jigsaw, a router or even some hand tools. Cutting a sheet laminate by itself is best done with tin snips or aviation snips, provided you’re cutting it oversize and will trim it later.

What kind of blade do you cut Formica with?

Carbide router bits, jigsaw blades and circular saw blades will all work well on formica if proper guides and blade settings are used.

Can you cut Formica with a utility knife?

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.

Can Formica be cut with a utility knife?

How do you cut a Formica countertop with a jigsaw?

Use the starter holes to start the interior cut. Insert the jigsaw blade inside the hole, aligning the blade with the cutting line while keeping the show flat against the laminate countertop. Turn on the jigsaw and let the blade get up to speed, then steadily move the blade against the material.

What is the best way to cut Formica laminate?

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. In any case, make sure to follow the instructions and any security protocol to avoid chipping your sheet or hurting yourself.

How do you cut Formica with a knife?

Turn the laminate one-quarter turn and align the square along the next cut line. Draw the knife across the surface, applying firm pressure, two or three times. Shift the score line to the table edge and break the laminate again. Repeat for any additional cuts.