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How do I install an undermount solid surface sink?

June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment

Sink must be flat – sand sink flange to make sure it’s flat. Locate sink location on countertop.  Make sure that the drain location is to the rear of the counter. Use hot melt glue blocks to keep sink in correct location. Clean the countertop and sink flange surfaces with denatured alcohol. Apply sufficient adhesive[Read More]

What are the steps for a 4″ High Coved Backsplash?

June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment

 Rout rabbet in the back (wall side) of solid surface countertop (1/8″ deep and 7/8″ wide). Cut Cove Stick  (15/16″ wide and 1/2″ thick). Cut Cove Splash (3-11/16″ wide and 1/2″ thick).  One side must be machined. Glue Cove Stick to the Cove Splash using Pinske Cove Jig (#91144N). Allow to dry until adhesive is[Read More]

How much adhesive and how many mixing tips do I need for my project?

June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment

In most cases, a 250ml adhesive cartridge will produce a 40 ft ¼” bead.  As each project has different needs, you need to calculate your own specific needs.  Generally, if you are close to needing an additional cartridge, you should order an extra cartridge.  Several Mixing Tips per cartridge are usually necessary.  Each time the[Read More]

Thermoforming Various Materials

June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment

It is always best to call the specific manufacturer of the solid surface material you are interested in thermoforming.  Based on our own shop’s thermoforming experience, we are sharing our observations below. Affinity – www.affinitysurfaces.com Avonite – www.avonitesurfaces.com  (Avonite acrylics will bend – check all others) Formica Solid Suface – www.formica.com (Will bend – large[Read More]

Templating Tips

June 10, 2016 Leave a Comment

Scribing the Template to fit the wall allows quick and accurate installation. (1 person templates and 2 or more install – SAVE MAN HOURS!) Keep a tool box filled with all your necessary templating tools (Pinske Edge tools used – Electric Glue Gun, Glue Sticks, L-Clamps) Make sure you have all info before leaving job[Read More]

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