I am using this insert now to make a large island countertop. I glued the laminate down all sides with a 1/2 inch overlap and then ran the bit over it, doing a great job trimming the edges flush. I then lightly tapped the edge with a sander and I was ready to attach the beveled edge. which I bought to match. The edges were almost flawless, it just needed a bit of sanding to remove the edge of the finishing edge I applied. A real time saver! steve