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Transition from Formica countertop to tiled backsplash

10/12/2005 03:23 PM gmonkey

Hi there,

I have a ceramic tile backsplash that overlaps (very slightly) a Formica counter. The bead of caulk running down the middle turned black and ugly in about 2 years time. I was thinking about stripping out the caulk installing one of those L-shaped metal trim molding (the type on old Formica counters) where the tile meets the Formica. Is this a good idea? Is there a better way to handle this transition, or should I re-caulk? Finally, anyone know where I can get metal molding, say 3/8"x3/8" (or around that size)? What's the best way to install it into the corner, glue?

Thanks,

Greg

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10/29/2005 10:58 AM flooringworldDOTorg

no that old metal molding isnt a good idea.

you want to clean and re-caulk with 100% silicone



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