How To Cut Soapstone Countertops
Overlap each layer of tape 12 inch to ensure complete protection of the countertops surface.
How to cut soapstone countertops. Cut the stone using a circular saw with a dry cutting diamond blade. Including installation if you want quality soapstone countertops. Using a circular saw fitted with a diamond blade and guided by a straightedge cut the stone to length.
California s Ancient Maritime Heritage John W. With six countertop pieces 1 ΒΌ thick each piece is 25 12 x 48 overall and theres even a set of 4 backsplashes to finish off the install. The tape will protect the soapstone from scoring as it is cut.
All you need is a circular saw a jigsaw a drilldriver a grinder and a sander making your kitchen soapstone countertop an inexpensive DIY project. Rest the slab on 2x4s running its length to raise it off the ground and support it. Since soapstone is not porous you dont have to think of anything like letting the oil sink in.
Dry the countertop of excess oil. Wipe it completely and do not leave any greasy feel. We were unable to retrofit the taller cabinet side panel and it looks just fine.
Teixeira Soapstone Get Natural Soapstone Countertops at a Fraction of the Cost with Our DIY Kit. Louis area you should plan on spending 70 to 80 per sq. 14 individual pieces of soapstone cut from the same block of stone.
The last video provides pricing for countertops both DIY and installed by us. Apply the wax using a circular motion until the entire surface is coated in the wax. Mark the cut on top of the masking tape with a pencil.
