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How to Make Laminate Backsplash for Cabinets

A backsplash finishes the look of any kitchen. Backsplashes also catch any “splash” from food or water. When spills do happen, the backsplash is easy to clean. A laminate backsplash can be coordinated to match your laminate countertops. A laminate backsplash is also cheaper than most other types of backsplash. Unlike most tile backsplashes, a laminate backsplash can be installed in one or two days. Laminate backsplashes are easier to install before the cabinets are hung to hide the screws for the plywood substrate. If you have existing cabinets, you can use construction adhesive instead of screws.

Things You'll Need

  • Paper
  • Measuring tape
  • Pencil
  • 1/4-inch plywood panel
  • Circular saw
  • Laminate panel
  • Laminate shears
  • Laminate adhesive
  • 1/4-inch wooden dowels
  • Router
  • Construction adhesive
  • Small wooden trim
  • Miter saw
  • Finish nails
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Instructions

    • 1

      Create a pattern for the laminate backsplash out of paper. Measure and cut the paper to size and then test it to make sure it fits.

    • 2

      Place the paper pattern over the 1/4-inch plywood panel. Trace the pattern with a pencil, and cut the plywood panel to size with a circular saw. Test the plywood to ensure that it fits in place.

    • 3

      Place the paper template for the backsplash over the laminate panel. Cut the laminate panel slightly larger (1/4 inch) than the paper template. Use laminate shears to cut the laminate.

    • 4

      Spread laminate adhesive on the back portion of the laminate panel and the front of the plywood substrate. Let the adhesive dry completely. Set wooden dowels on top of the plywood substrate. Place the laminate on top of the dowels with the glue side facing down. Carefully pull the dowels out from between the two layers one at a time. Push the laminate down firmly on the plywood. Trim the excess laminate with a router.

    • 5

      Test the fit of the laminate/plywood backsplash. If it fits, apply a generous amount of construction adhesive to the back of the plywood substrate. Push the plywood into place on the wall.

    • 6

      Finish the look of the backsplash as necessary with small wooden trim. Cut the trim on a miter saw, and nail it in place with finish nails.

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