In an earlier contribution to this discussion,
Jeff Allen wrote:

I have an old built-in hob which I want to replace with a freestanding
cooker. Therefore the existing kitchen worktop will need cutting in
order to be able to slot in the new cooker. Is it going to be possible
to cut the laminated worktop using a jigsaw? I can tolerate some
slight chipping since I intend to cover the end using metal edging.

Jeff.

Possible, yes - desirable, no!

Are you planning to remove the worktop to cut it, or to do it in situ?

By far the best solution is to remove it, turn it upside down, and cut it
with a sharp circular saw starting from the rolled edge.

If you cut it with a jigsaw, it is *much* more difficult to keep it
straight. Since jigsaws usually cut on the up stroke, you still need to cut
from the bottom in order to minimise chipping. [I've a vague feeling I've
seen some jigsaw blades which cut on the down stroke - but I've never used
one. This may make it possible to cut from the top - but I would be worried
about the blade buckling].
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Cheers,
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