1. Before placing large pieces of counterop, apply
silicone caulk to the top of the cabinet. With help,
slowly position countertop above mounting surface.
(Fig.P)
2. Gradually tip the countertop to a horizontal position.
Be aware of upper cabinets and installed sinks (if
applicable).
(Fig.P)
3. Once in final position, firmly apply downward-
pressure to seat the tops in the silicone caulk.
4. For large countertop pieces it will be necessary to
caulk along the outer seam between the underside of
the countertop and cabinet face.
(Fig.Q)
Fig. P
Fig. Q
7) Install Larger Countertop Pieces with Seam
Fig. R
Fig. S
Fig. T
Fig. U
1. Using the marks you made in step 2, level the areas
beneath the countertops seam with wooden shims
. (Fig.R)
2. Check for seam evenness (adjust shims if needed) and
apply an eighth-inch bead of Integra™ between the two
surfaces being seamed together.
(Fig.S)
3. Tighten the seam by gently tapping in a wooded shim
between the countertop and the wall
(Fig.T)
. If there is no wall
at the end of the countertop piece, it will be necessary to
have someone to hold the countertop.
4. Once the two parts of the Integra
™
meet in the mixing tip,
the adhesive has a 10-15 minute working time. The adhesive
will start to cure after 15 minutes.
5. Once the Integra™ has dried over (10-15min.) use a razor
blade to scrape off any excess adhesive.
(Fig.U)
8) Shims and Seaming (If Applicable)
1) Shims
5) Integra™ Seam Adhesive & Tips
1) Shims
4) Silicone Sealant
Fig. V
Fig. W
Fig. X
Fig. Y
Fig. Z
1. Before installing splash pieces, dry fit to ensure proper
placement. Place dime-sized dabs of silicone caulk
(Fig.4)
every 18 inches along the piece of splash.
(Fig.V)
2. With longer pieces of backsplash it may be necessary
to place dabs of hot melt glue between the caulk dabs to
hold in place until the caulk sets up. Set up time on silicone
is 15-20 minutes. However, hot melt glue will set up within
minutes, so position in a timely manner.
(Fig.W)
3. Press firmly back and down against wall and countertop
until the hot melt sets. With longer pieces, assistance may be
necessary to hold in place.
(Fig.X)
4. Apply an even bead of color-matched sealant,
(Fig.2)
approximately 1/8" along the seam where the countertop and
splash meet.
(Fig.Y)
The color match sealant has a 20 minute
working time.
5. Use the spray mist
(Fig.3)
and spray the included tool to
help smooth the silicone bead during tooling.
6. Place the longest beveled edge of the tool
(Fig.3)
on the
horizontal surface and rotate the small tip in the direction of
the excess to be removed. Tilt the tool towards the splash
until the short beveled edge of the tool touches the surface
of the splash.
7. Using moderate pressure, move the tool along the silicone
bead. Removal of excess silicone is suggested throughout
the process for the best performance
(Fig.Z)
.
9) Side & Backsplash (If Applicable)
4) Silicone Caulk
2) Color Match Silicone
3) Spray Mist with Tool
Fig.4
Fig.1
Fig.5
Fig.4
Fig.2
Fig.3
