AboutVan Wilson Expertise I can answer questions to installing and repairing kitchen and bathroom wall and vanity cabinets including installing cabinet hardware. and Including building and installing laminated countertops and installing plumbing fixtures into cabinet tops.
Experience 30 years on the job experience.
Education/Credentials Have taught installation classes for local homecare centers 2 years
Question QUESTION: Hi Van,
I have a client who bought a stove that’s a little wider than the opening in the counter top and back-splash by a half inch. I said I would cut it for her next week but now I’m thinking of how I’m going to do it. It is a laminate, Formica top.
I was thinking of cutting a line with a utility knife, and then tape the line with masking tape and using a small circular saw. What do you think so far?
Now the saw will only go so far. I could cut the rest with a hand saw, but how do I cut the backsplash and not damage the wall?
Thanks,
Randy,
USA, MA
ANSWER: Hi Randy,
What style of stove did your client buy? Free standing,or Drop In. It does make a difference on how the cabinets are configured and exactly what and how much will have to be cut to get the new stove to fit. What style is being replaced?
I await your reply,
Van
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QUESTION: Hi Van,
Not sure. I'll ask the client and get back to you.
Thanks,
Randy
Answer Randy,
If you have never had any previous experience cutting cabinets and countertops I would not start out on this project, because it is very easy to miscut a backsplash or a cabinet style or damage a wall that will have to be repaired and if you are not able to complete this to the homeowners satisfaction you could be facing a law suit.
I suggest you get a professional cabinet maker in your area to do this for you. It will save alot more than time.
