How to cover gap between benchtop and trim?

[LorenClayton]

Hello

The house is over 40 years old and I've just repainted the benchtop (thanks to your help with advice on benchtop paint). There is a noticeable gap between the benchtop and trim. Is silicone the best cosmetic fix and if so, any particular type? I'm not a handyperson so don't have a vice or anything if the proper fix is gluing.

Thanks guys.

[EricL]

Hello @LorenClayton 

Thank you for that close up picture of your benchtop. You are correct, silicone is the best cosmetic fix for this gap. I suggest using Selleys 300g White Wet Area Waterproof Silicone Sealant in combination with a UNi-PRO Skeleton Caulking Gun. 

Here is a handy step-by-step guide: How To Silicone Seal A Bath (the techniques used are applicable to your benchtop project)

If you have any other questions we can help with, please let us know.

Eric