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    How do I cut the sink hole in laminate countertop?
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    Draw the outline of the opening on the countertop. Use a drill with a 10-13mm drill bit to make a hole near the line. Insert your jigsaw blade and cut around the outline.
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    Is it necessary to remove the laminate on my counter before installing wood planks on the surface?
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    Yes, it is. It will make the wood planks more even and easier to apply to the surface.
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    What is a good overhang for kitchen cabinets?
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    At minimum, an inch. Standard is 24 inches and, for some, 25 inches. The island would be at least 40 inches wide.
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    Can I use a 1" walnut slab for a bathroom vanity top? Will it be thick enough?
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    No, odds are good it will warp with the changes in moisture unless you can fasten a strong background plate of some sort.
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