GEM-LOC Countertop Edges

GEM-LOC edge laminate countertop trim is the smart way to elevate any countertop or casework installation. Combining a laminate face with solid surface edges in a patented design, GEM-LOC delivers a high-end look without the high-end price, because excellence should be accessible.

Standard flat-lay laminate countertops often show their age through sharp edges and visible seams. GEM-LOC edges were engineered to solve exactly that. Whether you're installing new countertops or refreshing an existing space, these edges create a seamless, sophisticated eased-edge finish that instantly upgrades the feel of any kitchen or bathroom.

You get the durability of solid surface at a fraction of the cost. Installation is straightforward, upkeep is virtually nonexistent, and moisture-resistant, waterproof materials ensure they look as good years from now as they do on day one. Every GEM-LOC product is backed by a 10-year warranty.

Built to Last

Chipped countertop edges are a thing of the past. GEM-LOC's solid surface construction is tougher than standard laminate and can be buffed back to a like-new finish, no regular maintenance required. Choose from a wide range of colors and styles, including all the most popular patterns from Formica® and Wilsonart®, or specify virtually any non-metallic High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) on the market.

Every edge is built on an MR50-rated moisture-resistant MDF substrate that won't warp or swell. Solid surface components use the same durable acrylics found in full countertop installations, bonded with high-strength adhesive. All materials are waterproof and no- or low-VOC.

Dimensions & Shipping

Edge pieces are manufactured 12 feet long, 1 9/16" high, and 1/4" thick. Backsplash caps are 12 feet long, 1 3/8" tall, and 1/4" thick (custom thinning available). For shipping, all 12-foot lengths are cut to 94 3/4" + 47" off-fall and shipped in 8-foot tubes

Three Countertop Edge Profiles

• FB – Flat Back: Smooth profile with no rabbet required. Easy, flexible installation. Build-up recommended.
• TG – Tongue and Groove: Versatile multipurpose design. Works with or without a build-up. Features a rabbet for secure installation; build-up can be added after the edge is in place.
• T – Tongue: Simplified rabbet design. Requires a build-up for structural integrity.

Two Backsplash Cap Profiles

Both profiles scribe seamlessly against any wall:

• BC – Backsplash Cap: Rabbet-guided installation for precision alignment.
• BCF – Backsplash Cap Flat Back: No rabbet required, giving installers maximum flexibility.

What's Inside Every GEM-LOC Edge

The substrate is MR-50 rated moisture-resistant MDF. High-Pressure Laminate (HPL) is glued and pressed to the substrate using high-strength adhesive. The top and bottom edges are finished with strips of solid surface acrylic, the same material used in full countertop fabrication, bonded with high-strength glue. All surfaces and seams are waterproof, and all materials are no- or low-VOC.