This type of tool is most recommended for cutting laminate edges. This particular tool and similar tools sold by various vendors here at Revain are not intended for lamination projects. This thing ripped the edge of my laminate no matter how hard the pressure was or not. It doesn't matter what we've done. I'm just glad the damaged border is in an area of the project that isn't visible. Choose another brand. I believe there is a green one on the market that might work as intended for laminate projects. The only reason it didn't get a star is because it worked decently on another wood project I was working on, but I'd still suggest something more permanent for general woodwork.