Fixing a Counter top.

[Packrat]

I have a laminate counter top, that has lifted. I'm not sure why the outfit that built this kitchen had to put the seam right beside the sink. There's alway's water sitting on the counter near the sink. I have re-glued the laminate down, but I have a slight gap between the two pieces. The laminate is a black marble pattern.

Does anyone know what I could use to fill this gap, to help keep the water from seeping under the laminate again?

I know this is a welding site, and I know if it was a metal counter top. a Mig would have this fixed in short order. I also know from the previous post on MDF, that others on this site are woodworkers too. Do any of you do any cabinet work?

[vipermanz]

Hey, Theres no problem with posting about woodwork, it's just as important as metal anyday.
Have you tried an epoxy adhesive on the laminate?. You could try a dark wood filler or even body filler (bondo) with a black dry pigment mixed in. It wouldn't take much of either

[Packrat]

OK, I'll give the bondo a try, Is it waterproof? I've never used the stuff.

[vipermanz]

pretty much when sanded with a fine grit paper. It's a plastic resin. You could use a little clear lacquer or enamel on top for extra added protection.

[enlpck]

You might also try underwater repair epoxy. Doesn't lose the bond when wet (bondo will, slowly, release if water gets under it) Chesterton, Devcon, and all of the other major specialty adhesive manufacturers make the stuff. Usually gray, but paintable to match.

I Might also lay atainless trim banding over the gap, and alother piece on the other side of the sink to match, to hide the repair and provide additional mechanical protection.