Installation Guide

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Bench Bracket | Cascata
Every successful countertop installation begins with good
planning and action. Do not wait until the last minute to order
your countertop supports, fasteners or adhesives for installation.
Make sure that all aspects of the support substructure are consid-
ered and discussed to insure that your countertop installation will
be smooth and that your countertop support products will be
sufcient.
Note that this installtion document should not be considered a
specic recommendation for your particular application. Federal
Brace cannot provide installation guidelines to meet the partic-
ulars of every application. This document should be considered
a help sheet that provides considerations about the general
characteristics of a particular type of support and installation.
Characteristics of the Cascata Hidden Bench
Bracket
The Cascata bench support is designed to be relatively hidden
while providing the required support for a granite or marble seat
and a person’s weight. The 1.5” down ange is used for mount-
ing while the 0.50 L channels act as a gusset and provide the
support required.
The Cascata also has 14” long sides have a 2” gap in the rear
and are designed to t comfortably in a corner shower setting.
Each mounting ange has 3 1⁄4 holes. It is also made of stainless
steel material which will add additional corrosion resistance in a
wet area.
Considerations when Installing the Cascata
Hidden Bench Bracket:
This installation should be done by someone with some con-
struction knowledge as it is not a beginner project.
We recommend installing the bench support prior to tiling.
With the cement backer board in place, position the bracket in
the corner at the desired height. Using a level, make sure the
bracket is slightly tilted downwards along the wall and that the
cross brace is level. This will prevent water from pooling accumu-
lating in the seat. A pitch of about 1⁄4” down per 12” horizontal
is ideal.
Hold the bracket in place and use a pen or pencil to mark the
hole locations. Put the bracket aside. Check each hole location
to determine whether or not it is on a stud.* At this point you
want to drill pilot holes. A 3/16” concrete drill bit will need to be
used to cut through the cement backer board, be sure to protect
yourself from the silica dust by wearing goggles and a mask. Cut
the hole through the backer board for the anchors. In addition,-
for each hole that is over a stud, you will also need to drill a pilot
hole with a 3/16” bit. For each hole that is not over a stud install
anchors using the manufacturers instructions. Once all holes
have been drilled and anchors installed, put the bracket back in
position and install it with 1⁄4” diameter screws (being sure to
Cascata Hidden Bench Brackets
Installation Instructions