The mining industry spans the globe, as do alumni of the University of Arizona mining and geological engineering program. Many got their feet wet working as interns for Arizona-based mining companies like Freeport-McMoRan.
Weight A 1 Â½ inch thick countertop made of standard concrete has an approximate weight of 18.75 pounds per square foot. (Granite is approximately 18 pounds per square foot.) Standard cabinetry will typically support this weight because itâs distributed over a large area.
Maximum Overhang for a Laminate Countertop. Typical laminate countertop overhang is between 6 and 12 inches. With modern materials and tools, almost any design that can be dreamed up can be built. This includes kitchen counter overhangs, but there are standard practices that are typically adhered to that have been used for years.