Selecting Counter Tops.
Jan Slabaugh · OakTrust (Texas A&M University Libraries) · 1971
When a material is made in both squares or sheefs, the latter is preferred since there are fewer joints required. Counter Parts and RequirementsBacking is needed on materials which are not self-supporting.Exterior grade %-inch plywood or % -inch water-repellent particle board usually is used.A water-repellent backing is required.Joints are not desirable on counter surfaces, but when the counter requires joining, the butt joint between the two sheets should be tight so no food and moisture can creep into crevices.Avoid joining with divider strips as they make cleaning difficult.