How To Install a Countertop End Cap

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This video covers my first attempt at installing a laminate countertop end cap. I am not a pro but that is the whole point as I assume you are not either. I take the approach of a beginner (because I am one) but also was very pleased with the end product after spending some significant time hand filing down to a finished look.
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[@LeeWolff-qw9xj]

This is the first time I have done endcaps. When I saw the par about using an iron, my first, second, and third thought was "this is never going to work". Just have a little faith. I just finished three out of four endcaps, and it really works, exactly as stated. Endcaps and counters came from Lowe's.

[@ThriftMaven]

Thank you internet dad 🤣 there's just me and this cat here and neither one of us knew what we were doing.

[@sheltonlovesr.8941]

Thanks. My son is a new landlord and I’m his handyman. I didn’t know how much I didn’t know. This video help me a lot. I was about to us wood glue to put on the end cap. Thanks.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You bet!

[@jko0526]

I don’t feel so bad now. I use the same tools and method that you did in this video. A friend was doing a remodel on a house and he actually used a saw and cut off a peninsula and wanted to use an end cap kit to cover the new exposed counter end. Every video I looked at was for new countertops and they used a router. Thank you for this video!

[@terryhanson5525]

Good tips . . The glue edge roll off as you're filing was an absolute gem! Keep the videos coming!

[@Odb718]

Mentioning Cotton was what I needed to hear. Thanks for the good video

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You bet!

[@Hhhhhgggihgdd]

I've never used an iron before and just bought one for my end caps and my question is do I put water in it ? I see there is a reservoir for water.

[@JasonGrubbs-wu1bc]

Awesome videos love all of them you really simplify and explain all the processes down to a tee! THANKS for all the videos you make, you are appreciated!

[@luisdelgadillo9184]

Hi thank you for you videos this is my first time that I’m installing a laminate counter top I find you videos very helpful

[@josfootprints8819]

How do you cut the trim piece? So your lining up the trim piece to the top section of the counter, how do you trim the bottom portion?

[@yolisurich4025]

I've done alot of counter tops over the years ,but those end pieces hardly ever stay on . I've tried different ways to pu them on . Doesn't work bad design. It would be better if they just gave you the end pieces and some contact cement.

[@bwing411]

Use a PENCIL! The sharpie tip is a soft sponge, which means you most likely will mark the edge of your countertop as well

[@armandoacosta9702]

That's the right way to install a cap on a laminate countertop.

[@paulschultz2.397]

Your File link to Amazon is sending you to a set of Rasps which would be a job killer!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks for the heads up!

[@alexandriabarker8801]

This helped me so much!

[@sammyat56]

Thanks for the video. what did you use to cut the extra material?

[@madhatterv7374]

The countertop should also have build-up strips installed as well so it sits correctly on the cabinet

[@mauriceapollo8688]

I know Im kinda randomly asking but does anybody know a good website to watch new series online?

[@khaliljedidiah8096]

@Maurice Apollo I dunno I watch on flixportal. you can find it on google =) -khalil

[@mauriceapollo8688]

@Khalil Jedidiah thanks, signed up and it seems to work :) I appreciate it!!

[@khaliljedidiah8096]

@Maurice Apollo glad I could help :D

[@mosesherdez1531]

Excellent!!!! Thank you very much!!!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

You are welcome!

[@gregorywashburn583]

Good video but there's one error. The 3/4" filler is not supposed to be installed vertically. It won't line up to the front lip. The manufacturer specifies it's to be installed horizontally.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Completely agree 👍

[@briandefusco1544]

I’m confused on what you’re saying

[@wisepati123]

Do you need to seal that edge? What if it doesn't completely adhere? The guy who install mine didn't use an iron, but contact cement.

[@chasmofsar2691]

Where are your build-up strips?

[@Snuffleupagous]

Great video. Thanks for the detail

[@jimsly1841]

How did you deal with the fact that the front of the counter didn't line up with the front of the side because you installed the filler stick sideways?

[@mbgeneralcontractingmbgene1119]

Good job great video

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks!

[@cobra_1964]

Probably should have used clear caulking cause we have the sore thumb scenario. Otherwise. Well done

[@VitosFix]

Good stuff man!

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Vito, also here is a video which has the End Cap install with a router if it helps kzbin.info/www/bejne/eofFh3ublsxrfbs

[@VitosFix]

@@EverydayHomeRepairs Thanks!

[@kilep80]

You’re the man

[@nahomiejoseph-dornevil7541]

Hi ! Nice video 📹👍🏿👌👏 What color and where did you buy the formica sheets it's beautiful 😍💕

[@jayjohnston2253]

Why not use a Drexel to trim off excess?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

That would work and would be much faster but should use a flush cut bit to reduce the chances of over cutting. This was for those without a Dremel or Router.

[@everettcheney2025]

Outstanding

[@stevie8820]

Very good video👍

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Thanks Stevie!

[@codymelancon1864]

Good video. What did you use for filler behind the backsplash?

[@CKirk-ll5yx]

Should mention how long it takes to file that edge. From my own experience it takes way to long. However on one already installed the router will only make it so far when you get close to the wall. Leaving still a while of work filing that back area. It's worth loosening the countertop if you can, so you can slide the counter forward and using the router . I about lost my mind trying to file these things down. Lol

[@dinodasbunce6224]

I think that a dremel tool with the proper bit would be a better solution.

[@JeremiahScavo]

What about the bottom half thats just hanging off? What did you do about that. You didn't exactly finish.

[@dustinkirker5311]

What size bit do you use for your router when trimming the end cap

[@timburton1715]

There is a special bit for trimming Formica end caps... just ask at your local hardware or major home supply box store, Harbor Frieght if you have one... easy peasy

[@traviscrawford1647]

What glue are you using?

[@oldscout80]

How did you trim the excess on the front curve?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

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[@yourmother55569]

Thank you good video

[@leeannmowers4416]

Where is link to file sizes?

[@mikelehn7751]

Nice video. How did you cut the 3/8" excess on the backside? I saw you had a pair of scissors. Did you use these?

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Hey Mike, yeah for that one I did use scissors. Tin Snips work better amzn.to/3arr7xS. Best of luck on the project and I also have this video which shows gluing down laminate sheets and doing a lot of trimming which might help kzbin.info/www/bejne/q4DFi4xpjq5pd68

[@wlwhistlelucy1868]

What is the iron set to🙄👂

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Cotton setting. Best of luck on your project!

[@lakestatebullies7391]

Little heavy on the caulk

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

Very true.

[@scottdavis5076]

Why didn't you show cutting the actual end cap

[@melanie2472502]

What kind of file did you use? Thanks.

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Hey Melanie, I have a set pretty similar to this amzn.to/3k4RdLq . Best of luck on your project

[@Wesmancan]

I wanted to see you cut it.

[@RichardRecupero]

A file! Nooooo I left waaay too much hanging over. I don’t want to file.

[@EverydayHomeRepairs]

I also use side cutter pliers to trim it down but I would practice a bit to ensure you don't snip off too much.

[@tenthdimension9836]

You should have shown where you trim off the excess before you apply the piece of the counter. 👎

[@thetruth6665]

This entire video could’ve been summed up in two minutes