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Sink or Range Cutout
To make a sink or range cutout, first measure for the exact cutout according to the instructions of the sink rim manufacturer or range manufacturer. Drill a hole at each corner (stay inside the area to be cut) and finish the cutout with a fine tooth blade keyhole or saber saw. Cut and drill with saw teeth or drill cutting into the decorative face, and support the panel close to the cut. Do not cut beyond the hole at each corner.
Miter Assembly
The miter is factory pre-cut. If it is necessary to size-down a pre-cut miter countertop to a specific length, always cut the square end, not the miter end. Mitered sections should be joined together before installation on the cabinet.
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Cover both raw surfaces of the miter cuts with waterproof glue.
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Place the two miter cuts together.
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Insert the four miter lugs into the routed slots and tighten with a 7/16” wrench to achieve a snug fit.
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Using a rubber mallet, tap the two sides of the miter on the laminate side, starting from the front and working towards the back. Once the portion of the top above each lug is in line, tighten that lug fully and proceed to the other three lugs one-by-one.
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If the top of the backsplash does not meet exactly, align the two pieces together and nail together from the back using 1 ˝” nails.
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Allow the glue to dry for approximately two hours prior to attempting to move or install the top. Failure to do so may result in an uneven miter.
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