Installation Guide

ManualsBrandsHampton Bay ManualsCountertops10 ft. Laminate Countertop with Right Miter in Sea Salt with Tempo Edge and Integrated Backsplash

Laminate Countertop How-To-Install Guide

AVOID

STEP 8:

BUILD-UP

A Build-up Kit (A KIT) is required

on some cabinetry to ensure that the

drawers have enough clearance to slide

open. (STEP 8)

STEP 9:

ASSEMBLING THE MITER

Miter sections should be joined together

before installing on the cabinet. A Miter

Bolt Kit (B KIT) is required to assemble

the miter. (STEP 9)

STEP 10:

END FINISHING

To finish the ends of the countertop, use

an End Cap Kit (C KIT) or End Splash Kit

(D KIT). (STEP 10)

STEPS 11 & 12:

MOUNTING ON CABINET

The countertop can be scribed to

match the wall surface. The backsplash

overhang is used for this purpose. Place

the countertop on the cabinet, use

a pencil to mark the top edge of the

countertop and file or sand to the line.

(STEP 11)

Put countertop in place, check the level

and stability. Secure to cabinets with

wood screws or panel adhesive. If using

screws, check length to assure that they

won’t protrude through the countertop.

Use caulking compound to seal top to

wall. Wipe off excess. (STEP 12)

FOLLOW INSTALLATION

INSTRUCTIONS ENCLOSED

WITH YOUR SINK OR SINK RIM

REMOVING OLD COUNTERTOP:

For safety—disconnect all utility service.

– SHUT OFF WATER under sink or at water meter valve.

– SHUT OFF ELECTRICITY at meter panel, if removing

garbage disposal or cook top unit.

DISCONNECT SINK DRAIN AT TRAP

DISCONNECT PLUMBING SUPPLY AT UNIONS

PROTECTING YOUR COUNTERTOP:

Do not place hot items directly on laminate surface:

– Use a trivet or other protective surface under pots/pans,

waffle irons, curling irons, clothing irons, etc.

Do not use knives or other sharp utensils that may slice or

scratch the laminate surface:

– Use a cutting board for chopping and slicing.

Do not slide abrasive items (such as ceramics) across the

laminate surface:

– Use a placemat or protective surface underneath these items.

CARING FOR YOUR COUNTERTOP:

For everyday cleaning, use a clean, damp non-abrasive cloth

with a mild detergent or household cleaner. For stuck-on

residue, scrub with a nylon bristled brush.

For difficult stains, apply a paste of baking soda and water to

draw out the stain. Blot away with a damp cloth (do not rub).

Never use cleaners containing acid, alkali or bleach.