Using WA800 Aerosol or a 1" brush with WA600, apply adhesive to the backside of the laminate edge strips and double coat the edge of the substrate (see drawing B). Do not apply adhesive to top surface at this time. Allow adhesive to dry*.

Important! Once the adhesive is ready to bond, if any contact is made between the backside of the laminate and the edge of the substrate, they will bond immediately.

Be very careful to align each laminate piece with the substrate prior to the surfaces touching. Starting at one end of the edge, start applying the edge strip with excess laminate extending above the top side of the counter. Use a hard rubber J-roller to apply uniform pressure along the entire edge strip (see drawing C).

Using the laminate trimmer/router, trim off the excess laminate protruding above the substrate surface (see drawing D). Areas that cannot be routed may be filed smooth. When filing never drag a file out toward the decorative surface of the laminate. Doing so can result in chipping of the color/pattern.

* To test the adhesive for appropriate dry time, lightly touch the adhesive with your finger. If the adhesive feels tacky yet does not stick to your finger, it is ready to bond. Refer to adhesive manufacturer directions.

Spread the adhesive on the substrate using your adhesive roller (see drawing E). Two thin coats on the surface are better than one heavy coat. One hundred percent adhesive coverage is required (each coat). Before applying a second coat, make sure that the first coat is dry. Allow adhesive on both components to dry*.

Position the dowel rods on the top surface approximately 12" apart, perpendicular to the front edge (see drawing F). Position the laminate carefully over the substrate. Starting at one end of the counter, start removing the dowels one at a time while holding the laminate in place.

Use a hard rubber 3" J-roller to apply uniform pressure across the entire countertop. Apply pressure to every inch of the C surface for a complete and lasting bond.

Route off the laminate overhangs with the router and flush trim bit. The radius left by the routing process in any inside corner should remain. A radius on an inside corner (minimum 1/8") will strengthen the corner. Use a file to remove sharp edges and sharp outside corners.

Clean off excess adhesive with Wilsonart 121 Cleaner and a clean white cloth (Acetone is also an option).

Note: Cutouts for sinks and cooktops may be made with a jigsaw and a fine tooth blade. Sand the cutouts smooth with a file or sandpaper. Holes for faucets may be made with a hole saw.