Formica for Folding Outfeed Table

[balunist]

I'm working on a Folding Outfeed table for a tablesaw. I'm following plans found in Jan-Feb 09 issue of Woodworker's Journal. The plans have me constructing the top with Formica glued to 3/4" MDF. A Formica 4' x 8' sheet is more then I need and $$. Does anyone have a source or suggestion for obtaining seconds or smaller pieces (43" x 21" & 43" x 19). I live in Pittsboro, NC. Thanks in advance!

 

[McRabbet]

Check your local Big Box stores (HD or Lowe's) and see if they have a damaged sheet -- you can often get them at a substantially reduced price.

 

[FredP]

I'm working on a Folding Outfeed table for a tablesaw. I'm following plans found in Jan-Feb 09 issue of Woodworker's Journal. The plans have me constructing the top with Formica glued to 3/4" MDF. A Formica 4' x 8' sheet is more then I need and $$. Does anyone have a source or suggestion for obtaining seconds or smaller pieces (43" x 21" & 43" x 19). I live in Pittsboro, NC. Thanks in advance!

I think I have a piece or two but need to check the size. If I have it you have it but you gots to come gits it.

 

[thrt15nc]

I've got a piece of counter top. How big is the piece you need?

Tom

 

[Mark Gottesman]

Check out the nearest Habitat ReStore.

 

[jrfuda]

What's the width? They sell melamine covered particle board shelving for a decent price in 12,16 and 24" widths and 8, 12 and 16' lengths at the big box stores. I plan on using some for my own in/outfeed table project.

 

[balunist]

The plan that I'm following covers the top and bottom of two 3/4" MDF panels sandwiched together. The panels are 22 3/4" x 42 1/2" and 19 3/4" x 42 1/2". The laminate required would match these sizes.

 

[Rwe2156]

Why worry about it?
Just keep it around for something else.

I roll mine up, wrap with packing tape and tie up to rafters.