I need to fit three worktops in my kitchen. The overall shape will be a 'U' shape, so all three will join at the ends obviously. Instead of using them horrible looking plastic or metal joiners, I want it to be a smooth flush finish ??
2006-12-14 02:22:53 · 10 answers · asked by murch 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
You need to get a work top jig and router if you hire it you will get a video with it on how to do it.
Tip..practice on a spare bit first
2006-12-15 09:30:41 · answer #1 · answered by mylittlekitty 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You do NOT need a guide but you do need a router with a NEW cutter for the depth of cut. The female cut use a straight edge finishing off with about a 3 cm `hockey stick` so that the cut would be like a letter j the male cut would be a straight cut finished off so that it fits INTO the j shape. Have a look in B&Q kitchen Dept at one of their demo kitchens.
MEASURE TWICE (OR MORE) CUT ONCE.
Use joining bolts underneath.
If you are not sure of what you are doing, don`t do it, worktops are expensive.
2006-12-14 02:44:10 · answer #2 · answered by Spanner 6 · 0⤊ 1⤋
As some one else has said, get it cut in your home. Walls are never square. £50.00 a joint is about right, however it is difficult to find someone to do it exactly when you want it done. An alternative is to buy a jig from someone like Screwfix. These are good and cost about £60.00 You will have no difficulty selling it on once you have finished with it. You will also need a router with a half inch chuck. These can be hired from places like Jacksons. You may find they hire out the jigs as well. Have fun and believe me it is very very messy. Lots and lots of dust. Make sure you wear a face mask.
2016-03-13 06:51:29 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The joint you are refering to is called a mason mitre, you can buy a jig for this from screwfix for around £40. you would also require a router with a straight cutter. It is however quite a tricky job, there are some kitchen fitters however who only charge per joint and are quite happy to just come and do the joints for you if you fit the units.
2006-12-14 02:35:20 · answer #4 · answered by gmcb_1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-07-26 02:59:17 · answer #5 · answered by jamey 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
you need a specialist really.the jig costs £100 pound.then you need a router this is a deadly tool in wrong hands.plus you will only need them once.my advise ask Friends and relatives do they know a good joiner that does routerd joint worktops. he will be geared up for it.honestly its not a 5 minute job,its specialist stuff.
2006-12-14 03:34:49 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
If they have to be mitered(45 degree) then rough-cut your 45 first with a circular saw.
Then..I've had the best luck end matching the two pieces clamping on a guide and cutting between them with a router(cutting both pieces at the same time).Sometimes you have to do this from the back side(if it has a back splash)
Good luck.
2006-12-14 02:37:31 · answer #7 · answered by .G. 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hi murch Try using masking tape when cutting the worktop to avoid cracks and chips. Make sure you measure correctly before cutting. measure twice cut once. There are guides andtools you can buy from diy stores.
2006-12-14 02:30:05 · answer #8 · answered by Phew 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
you will need a work top jig for a guide (these are expensive for a one off job aprox £80-£100) try hirering one then use a router to cut!!!
2006-12-14 02:29:47 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
the best kinda joints are the joints u can see and smoke ..... ;)
2006-12-14 02:30:41 · answer #10 · answered by jizzumonkey 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋