Exam 33: Fabricating Countertops

____ is generally a rich, dark gray in color and very smooth to the touch.

When applying pressure to a laminate with a hand roller, work from each edge to the center, making sure that every bit of the surface receives equal pressure.

All seams for solid surface materials must be reinforced with a ____-wide seam support made of solid surface material glued in place.

When cutting laminate with a portable power saw, it should be cut with the ____ to avoid chipping.

____ are impact resistant, easy to clean, and inexpensive compared to other countertop materials.

Avoiding ____-degree corners helps alleviate the potential problem of solid surface material cracking.

Laminates are the most commonly used material for kitchen countertops.

With a solid surface material, the seam supports are beveled to ____ degrees along each edge.

Countertops consist of a flat surface and often a ____.

____ is waterproof, heatproof, and very beautiful.

When joining two pieces of solid surface material, the adjoining edges are first machined using a router fitted with a sharp straight bit and a straightedge.

With solid surface materials, no seams should be placed within an inch of any corner or within ____ inches of a dishwasher or stove.

Commonly used metals are zinc, copper, and stainless steel, and they are often attached to a plywood substrate and are seamless.

Laminate pieces are initially cut a bit oversize by ____.

____ material is a synthetic product that consists of a mixture of mineral compounds and polyester or synthetic resins.

____ is a good choice for unusually shaped areas.

When applying laminate to a large area, such as the top surface of a countertop, use heavy paper as a slip-sheet, or place clean, thin strips of wood or dowel rods across it at approximately ____ intervals.

Solid surface countertops can have a(n) ____ routed on their edges.

When making a vertical drop-edge, a wooden web-support system is attached to the bottom of the countertop with ____ adhesive.

____ is a construction material that consists of Portland cement, gravel, sand, and water.