Installation Instructions

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2) SCRIBING

1) BUILD-UP STRIPS

COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION

Optional Installation Kit Includes Tools Required

• Build-Up Strips

• Shims

• 1 ¼" Screws

• Miter Joint Fasteners (if needed)

• Waterproof Wood Glue

(if needed)

• Moisture Barrier Tape

(If you have a dishwasher)

• Hammer

• Marking Utensil

• Tape Measure

• Screw Gun

• Safety Glasses

• Belt Sander

• Phillips Screw Driver

• Square Drive

• Jig Saw

• Utility Knife

• Wrench

7⁄16"

(NOTE: Belt sander and marking utensil required for both action fasteners and miter bolts)

With the countertop in position, trace contour of wall onto backsplash

with marker (Fig. 6). Move countertop to work area and use belt sander

to remove the material up to the marked line. Always make sure the

sander is cutting (rotating) into the laminate edge to avoid chipping the

laminate (Fig. 6a).

Scribing Countertops to Contour of Wall

1. Check to see if cabinets are level. Adjust cabinets if

possible, shims may be required later if cabinets can not be adjusted.

2. Pre-drill holes in the front and back of build-up strips. Attach strips

to the top of the cabinets face and back frame using 1-1/4" drywall

screws. Place build-up strips every two feet of the cabinet run. Make

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to offset the build-down for any end caps (Fig. 5).

3. When installing build-up strips on sink base, measure the opening

for the sink to verify that the build-up strip is installed not to impede

the installation of the sink.

1B) Standard Cabinets / Overhang

1A) Frameless Cabinets / Overhang

1. Check to see if cabinets are level. Adjust cabinets if

possible, shims may be required later if cabinets can not be adjusted.

2. Measure the width of the build down stick next to the endcap located

on the underside of the countertop (Fig. 1).

3. Measure in from the end of the cabinet the distance of the build

down stick plus 1/4" and mark (Fig. 2). Pre-drill the front and back of

the build-up strip where it will fasten to the cabinets. Then pre-drill an

additional 3 holes of equal distance in the middle of the build-up strip

for screw installation into the bottom of the countertop. Install

using 1-1/4" drywall screws at marked spots.

4. Install a build-up strip on either side of the joint where two cabinets

meet, making sure to leave enough room for installation of screws

from the bottom into the countertop (Fig. 3 & 4).

5. When installing build-up strips on sink base, measure the opening for

the sink to verify that the build up strip is installed far enough

away not to impede the installation of the sink.

Follow 1A for Frameless Cabinets / Overhangs

Follow 1B for Standard Cabinets / Overhangs

Additional build-up strips and 1-1/4" screws may be required for installation on a frameless

cabinet system. Additional materials can be purchased at any Menards

store.

Additional build-up strips may be required for installation on a frameless cabinet system. 1 x

4's can be used as longer build-up strips.

1. Apply a liberal amount of miter bond glue to the edge of each piece.

2. Install supplied biscuits.

3. Slide pieces together.

4. Snug (not tighten) miter bolts with wrench. The mitered pieces should

not move easily, yet able to be moved for alignment with a sharp blow.

Wipe excess glue (Fig. 7).

5. Locate the high side of each miter from the laminate side. Pound

down the high side with hammer and wood (Fig. 8). After adjusting,

tighten the closest miter bolt. Repeat process for the length of the

seam. Before moving countertop, the adhesive in the joint must dry

for a minimum of 60 minutes. After the joint is dry further adjustments

will not be possible.

(NOTE: Miter bolts, 7/16" open faced wrench, miter biscuits, and glue required)

MITER BOLTS

Before Starting

Helpful Tips

Do not store materials outside or in locations where they may be exposed to water or high humidity. Installation of a countertop thought to be either

defective or have 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.

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above steps if necessary.

All overhangs require build-up strips the full depth of the countertop for support.

Any overhangs longer than 15" require support to the oor.

Any cabinet depth over 24" will need a custom build-up strips to be made. Add support for

any overhang over 10".

Waterproof Wood Glue only used to attach the miters of the countertop.

It’s extremely important if purchasing glue off store shelf that it’s

waterproof wood glue (Sku 485-4284) and not regular wood glue (any

other glue used in attaching miters will void warranty). Do not use any

type of caulk.

3) MITER BOLTS

Summary of content (2 pages)

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COUNTERTOP INSTALLATION Optional Installation Kit Includes • • • • Build-Up Strips Shims 1 ¼" Screws Miter Joint Fasteners (if needed) • Waterproof Wood Glue (if needed) • Moisture Barrier Tape (If you have a dishwasher) R Tools Required • • • • Hammer Marking Utensil Tape Measure Screw Gun • • • • Safety Glasses Belt Sander Phillips Screw Driver Square Drive • Jig Saw • Utility Knife • Wrench 7⁄16" Helpful Tips Before Starting Do not store materials outside or in locations where they may be expos
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10) CAULK BACKSPLASH 3) NON FACTORY SINK CUT-OUT (NOTE: Sink or Cooktop Cut-out If Needed) If a drop-in sink or cooktop is to be installed, the 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.