Conti - Edging

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Use an electric iron to apply the edging. First heat the edge of the board by running the hot iron along its surface, then position the ContiStrip along the length. Leave 1/2" (12mm) overhang on either end.

To prevent scorching the ContiStrip, use a layer of brown paper between the iron and ContiStrip. Run the iron along the edge using a downwards and forwards pressure.

To ensure good adhesion, immediately after the ContiStrip has ‘set’, run a piece of rounded timber over the surface, in a rolling motion.

When cool, trim the edges with a sharp trimming knife or chisel.

The slight remaining overhang is best removed by using glasspaper wrapped around a cork block, and by working at a light angle you will avoid scratching the surface.