Installation Instructions

ManualsBrandsCustomCraft Countertops ManualsAll Countertops & Laminate25" x 61" Calacatta Marble Laminate Countertop with Sink/Ends Capped

*Hammer

*Marker

*Tape Measure

*Screw Gun

*Safety Glasses

*Belt Sander

*5mm Allen Wrench

*Phillips-head Screw Driver

Tape measure required for both Action Fasteners and Miter Bolts

Test fit miter and field joints for proper fit and alignment. Any problems should be addressed now to avoid larger ones later.

Take care in removing existing countertops (if necessary) so as not to damage cabinets, plumbing or electrical wiring.

Screw gun and 1-1/4” screws required for both Action Fasteners and Miter Bolts

1. Check to see if cabinets are level. If not, shims may be required later.

2. Pre-drill holes in the front and back of build-up strips (3/4“-2”x24“). Attach strips to the top of the cabinets face and back frame

using 1-1/4” drywall screws. Island and peninsula tops with extended overhang will require longer build-up strips (not supplied).

3. Place build-up strips every two feet of cabinet run. Make sure to place the first and last strip 2“ from the end of the cabinet run to

offset the build-down for any end caps.

Belt sander and marking utensil required for both Action Fasteners and Miter Bolts

1. With the countertop in position, use a marking utensil to trace any irregularities of the wall to the top of the backsplash.

2. Using a belt sander, remove the material up to the marked line. Always make sure the belt sander is cutting (rotating) into the

laminate edge to avoid chipping the laminate.

3. Place the countertop back into position and check for fit. Repeat above steps if necessary.

TOOLS REQUIRED

INSTALLATION KIT

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION

*Build-Up Strips

*Shims

*1-1/4” Screws

*Miter joint Fasteners (if needed)

*Waterproof Wood Glue (if needed)

*Color-matched seam fill (if needed)

*Color-matched caulk

*Solvent

BEFORE YOU BEGIN

We have taken extra steps to package your new countertop helping to insure the top arrives free from damage.

Inspect your countertop as soon as possible and prior to any tear out of existing countertop at the job site. This

inspection should take place within twenty-four hours of pick up. Installation of a countertop thought to be either

defective or with dimensional error does not extend your warranty to include installation or reimbursement and may void

your warranty. The limited warranty covers replacement or repair only. See laminate warranty on back of instruction

sheet or at www.countertopsinc.com

LAMINATE

* Formfill Adhesive Caulk- Used as color match finishing adhesive to seal area

where loose backsplash meets the countertop or where countertop meets the wall.

* Formfill Laminate Repairer- Decorative cover-up to help blend and hide the

miter seam area on the laminate countertop and also can be use to hide minor

blemishes, such scratches and chips that may occur during the life of the

countertop. This material is applied after installation with fingertip then allowed

to dry 3-5 minutes then excess should be removed with Formfill solvent (Acetone).

- Formfill Solvent (Acetone) - Solvent used to removed excess laminate

repairer, or pen or pencil marks that may appear on the countertop.

* (WATERPROOF) Wood Glue-only used to attach the miters of the countertop-

Waterproof wood glue can be found exclusively in the installation kit or on

store shelf. Extremely important that if purchasing glue off store shelf it is

waterproof wood glue and not regular wood glue (Any Other glue used in

attaching miters will void warranty).

Sink or Cooktop Cutout

If a sink or drop-in range is to be installed, its hole should be cut at this time. Follow all sink manufacturer instructions on

placement and cut out size. When cutting the sink from the laminate side, masking tape should be applied where the cut will be

made to avoid chipping. It is helpful to drill relief holes using a drill with a 1/4” bit at all corners. Use a sharp blade in your jig saw.

(Do not install sink or range at this time). It may be easier to cut the sink hole from the underside of the countertop.

APPLYING ACTION FASTENERS & MITER BOLTS

Summary of content (4 pages)

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TM COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION LAMINATE INSTALLATION KIT *Build-Up Strips *Shims *1-1/4” Screws *Miter joint Fasteners (if needed) *Waterproof Wood Glue (if needed) *Color-matched seam fill (if needed) *Color-matched caulk *Solvent TOOLS REQUIRED *Hammer *Marker *Tape Measure *Screw Gun *Safety Glasses *Belt Sander *5mm Allen Wrench *Phillips-head Screw Driver * Formfill Adhesive Caulk- Used as color match finishing adhesive to seal area where loose backsplash meets the countertop or where countertop meets
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If you have selected the miter bolt fasteners proceed to steps 8-11. For action fasteners please follow steps 5-7 and 10-11. 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 Action fasteners required. Slide the two mitered pieces together. Center the fasteners onto the two mitered pieces, so that 4 screw holes are on one mitered top and the other 4 screw holes of the fastener are on the other mitered top. Secure the fasteners to the mitered tops using the 3/4“ screws.
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COLOR-MATCH SEAM FILLER / REPAIRER INSTRUCTIONS (Optional and sold seperately) This product has been designed to bond (adhere) to the backer of HPL (high pressure laminate). The backer is either brown or black in color. It will also adhere to particle board, medium density fiber board, and plywood. It is not designed to adhere to the actual color layer or surface of laminates. 1 Prepare the surface of the area to be repaired by exposing the backer or substrate.
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q How should laminate countertops be stored prior to installation? A Whenever possible, store your countertops horizontally as flat as possible. Try to keep them in a warm/dry area and after dry fitting the pieces (laying out together and inspecting), put the pieces back in their protective packaging until installation. Avoid storing countertops in garages or basements.