Installing granite slab countertops

When lifting the countertop, take extra care to support the granite where it is thin, such as along cutouts. Lay the slabs directly on the frames of the lower cabinets.

Then, using a dry-cut diamond blade installed on an electric grinder, carefully shave the edge to the desired level, remembering to always wear protective eye-wear to guard against dust and grit. Then fit the slabs back in place making sure all the edges fit snuggly and securely, including the seams between slabs if you have more than one.

With the slabs flush and level on the cabinets, if you have multiple slabs, now is the time to fit them together. First, tape the edges to protect them. Join the butt seams using color-matched two-part epoxy, which you can purchase from the fabricator shop. Tighten the tightening screws until you feel resistance. Attach and turn on the auto pump — the tension created will ensure that the edges of the seams remain flush as the epoxy dries. A seam setter also ensures that the top edges of the seams remain flush with each other.

When the epoxy is dry, after about an hour, remove the setter. Then carefully shave away any excess epoxy using a single-edge razor held vertically. And remember to use even strokes. Stick with acrylic. With your installation complete, finish by applying granite sealer to your countertops; this will protect the stone and prevent any deep staining. Simply wipe it on evenly with a clean, soft cloth, making sure to get full coverage.

Let dry for 24 hours. Avoid an overhang larger than this, as it will require you to install steel braces to support it. After taking the measurements, adjust your template to include the additional measurements of the kitchen overhang. With the measurements in place, now head to the stores and choose the granite you want for your home. Granite is natural, so it comes in different colors and designs. Before you make the commitment to buy large slabs, first take a piece of the slab with you at home and see how it blends with the rest of the house.

Only buy a larger slab if you like how the slab looks in your house. Once the countertops are clean, put down plywood for the granite counters to rest on. For best results, ensure the plywood has the same measurements as the template. Attach the plywood to the countertop cabinets and secure them with screws. Also, waterproof the plywood to keep it from swelling when it comes into contact with water. Lay the granite slab in place.

In most cases, you will need one slab, but if your kitchen is large, you may need to lay several pieces. If this is the case, epoxy the seams to cement the pieces together. You should then use a razor blade to skim off any excess epoxy that might be left behind. You should then secure the granite slab to the cabinets using bond block attachments.

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