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Hi there,

I've finished my new kitchen countertop using 12x12 tiles over
hardibacker and plywood. I didn't think of one issue though: I have a
slide-in range, and you can clearly see the edges of my countertop on
either side of the range. ie you can see the layers of ply,hardi,
thinset and tile.

What kinds of things can I do to help this edge look nice? About the
only somewhat reasonable idea I can think of is to smooth out the
edges as best possible and glue on some laminate.

Your solution is very simple. Measure the distance from the top of the stove
top to the top of the new counter top. Cut two strips of wood 1/4 inch
thicker than that measurement and the length it will take to reach from the
front feet on the stove to past where the rear feet on the stove go. Stick
down to the floor with adhesive (Liquid Nails)where the feet on the stove will
sit on top of them when you slide it back into place.

Tom J