Silestone® worktops design and installation manual
The purpose of this manual is to provide general guidelines for the design of a Silestone® worktop It is advisable to review all other information on Silestone®, such as Technical Manuals or Safety Sections, before starting any work. You can consult these product documents at the website www.silestone.com, or by contacting Cosentino, S.A.
Index DESIGN PRINCIPLES 6 MEASUREMENTS 6 MINIMUM RADIOS AND DISTANCES 6 CUTOUTS 7 MINIMUM DISTANCES 7 OVERHANGS 8 WORKTOP EDGES 9 JOINS. SEAMS AND BACKSPLASHES 9 DRAINER GROOVES 10 FLUSHED SINKS AND HOBS 10 A. Top mount sink 10 B. Sink flush to worktop 10 C.
Design principles Measurements 620 2030 970 2820 2250 620 Exact measurements are essential for a job well done. In addition, it is important that the measuring, processing and installation procedures are well-coordinated tools needed to measure the worktop are: Tape measure, 2 m spirit level, builder’s square, pencils, ruler and graph paper (if applicable). 620 2 cm 1640 Minimum radios and distances It is mandatory that any internal corner must be rounded.
Silestone design and installation manual Cutouts A minimum of 4mm radius is mandatory for inside corners except for L Shapes, where 10mm is required Hob R 10 mm Sink R 20 mm Box R 5mm Below are recommended examples of cut-outs for fittings such as sinks, hobs, columns, etc. Hobs and L Shapes R 10 mm Sink R 20 mm Box R 5mm R 5 mm R 10 mm R 20 mm Minimum distances The following distances must be respected: • The distance between the fitting and the outer edge of the slab must be at least 5 cm.
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Silestone design and installation manual Worktop edges Silestone gives the possibility to achieve many different edges with the same texture and color in the whole body. Mitred Edge Straight Edge 3 mm 3 mm 3 mm Precautions: We recommend bevelling the outer edges of worktops to improve their resistance to impact and to avoid possible cuts from sharp edges. Wall Polished Edge 1/4 Edge Non-Polished Edge The greater the bevel, the greater its resistance to impact.
Drainer grooves • Maximum depth of 4mm in all thicknesses (12,20,30) • Minimum distance of 6mm between each groove 6 mm Maximum Depth: 4 mm Two reinforcements are needed in this part because of the thickness has been reduced. Flushed sinks and hobs Hobs and sinks that are fitted flush with the worktop are increasingly popular. Three kinds of sinks can be installed: A. Top mount sink The edge is completely protected by the sink. B.
Silestone design and installation manual Drills and Slits All incisions, slits or drills must pass through the material a maximum of half of the thickness. t/2 t Silestone Furthermore, for large sinks, we recommend placing support bars under the sink, so that its weight is borne by the bars and not (by) the worktop. Sink support bar Assur the countertop support on the cabinet rails surrounding the coutout.
Hobs • Always allow an extra 4mm between the appliance and the edge of the cutout for expansion. The design principles for flushed hobs are the same as those for sinks.
Silestone design and installation manual Accessories and cladding Cladding for indoor walls can be done using high adhesion adhesives or silicone, such as polyurethane or epoxy products. m Ø 68 m The holes made for attaching accessories (sockets,switches, etc.) must be made using circular drill bits. Drill contiguous holes for larger openings. Drilling must be done with approved tools. If the hole to be drilled is near a corner, leave a distance of at least 5 cm between the corner and the hole.
Appliances: oven, induction hobs, diswasher machines... Leave a gap between the top and cabinet to allow proper ventilation 5 mm 50 mm Worktop on oven *insulation tape must be installed around the hob cutout A cushioned insulation is needed to prevent heat transmission by conduction and convection. Optionally, an insulation with a metallic finish can be included to avoid the heat transmitted by radiation, but always with a cushioned layer.
Silestone design and installation manual Worktop Installation Before starting installation, it is important to remember that the Silestone® worktop requires Leveled and proper support,must be clean and cleared of all objects. For recommendations on tool manufactures, putties and complementary products, contact your nearest Cosentino® Centre representative for information and advice in order to ensure optimum installation.
Worktops with straight edges For worktops with designs that have a straight edge where the interior structure of the worktop cannot be hidden, we recommend a total, level support for the entire structure. To achieve it, we recommend installing a continuous board of MDF (or similar material) integrated into the kitchen furniture Worktops with mitred edges In the case of worktops with mitred edges, interior hidden structures such as edgings, strips, etc.
Silestone design and installation manual L-Shapes worktop COSENTINO recommends the fabrication of L-Shape worktops adding a joint on the angle.
Adhesion Liability waiver For the joints, follow the steps below: This manual has been created to offer informative guidelines for the design and installation of Silestonen® products. 1) Clean the area, removing all dirt and dust. Before adhesion, It is advisable to place masking tape on both sides of the join to keep your work clean. 2) Fill in all spaces using silicone or coloured Solumastic. Approved polyester resin in the correct colour may also be used.
Silestone design and installation manual Cleaning and Maintenance Prevention measures In order to ensure a proper fabrication and installation of SILESTONE, it is important to take precautions, to speed up the working times and avoid unnecessary cleanings and stains. • Masking tape to avoid spreading the glue on the surface of the material Below are two good practice procedures during installation: • Use of spatula to remove properly the excess silicone cords.
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