Installation Guide

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CARE & MAINTENANCE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Your natural stone vanity top is made of stone quarried from
the earth. Every slab has its own unique characteristics,
such as veining and coloration. Be sure to fully inspect your
top for satisfaction before installation.
ty top
is damaged, please contact Customer Care
Your new vanity top has been factory sealed and polished to
recommend the following procedures:
Prepare and level the vanity cabinet and secure it to
the wall. Use additional interior supports if the vanity is
frameless or does not have full support around the frame.
the sides with caulking adhesive and short wood screws
that do not protrude through any exposed sides.
Be sure to follow the recommended instructions for
installation from your vanity cabinet manufacturer.
Follow the manufacturer’s instructions
for installing the faucet and drain.
Be sure the wall is clean, dry and smooth. Remove
loose paint or any wallpaper or decorative material
before installation of the back splash. Apply two beads of
the wall. You may have to use a patching compound if your
wall is uneven or has holes or indentations.
See manufacturer’s instructions for drying time.
HELPFUL HINT #4: Any spill should be cleaned as soon
as possible. Blot spills with a paper towel or clean rag as
wiping a spill may spread the stain.
Helpful Hint #2: The pre-drilled holes will
accommodate most faucets; however we recommend
you check to see that your faucet will work properly.
Check to make sure the spout is long enough to
extend out over the bowl.
Helpful Hint #3: Natural stone is porous and can be
stained. When removing stains, it is important to identify
what has caused the stain first. Be sure to use a product
specifically recommended for removing that stain. We
recommend you contact [Customer Care] for more
information on how to safely remove any difficult stains
that may have occurred.
Install the faucet system and the drain plumbing
system. Using your hand, tighten the drainpipe
connection to the bottom of the bowl.
DO NOT USE A WRENCH .
Tightening by wrench can result in damage to the bowl.
Apply a bead of silicone sealer on the top edges of the
vanity cabinet. Place your vanity top on it with an overhang
of 1/2" on the edges and permit the sealer to dry.
Helpful Hint #1: Before attaching to vanity cabinet,
hand-tighten nuts on the bottom of your vanity
top that may have loosened during shipping.
Tools Needed:
Caulking gun
Silicone sealer
Caulking adhesive
require resealing at least once a year. You will need to
schedule your top for resealing accordingly.
Before applying the sealer, the exposed areas should
be completely clean and dry. Follow the instructions
on the sealer container.
Routine maintenance and cleaning should be done
weekly and more frequently as needed.
To keep your vanity top hygienically clean, use a spray
disinfectant designed to kill all types of bacteria and is
FDA and EPA approved for food handling surfaces.
Liquid spills, such as alcohol, medications, etc., should
be cleaned up promptly. Some liquids with high-acid
content can etch surfaces if left for any length of time.
Other products that should be promptly removed
are: shaving cream, toothpaste, perfume, cologne,
nail polish remover, hair coloring and perm products,
shampoo, drain opener, and toilet bowl cleaner.
Place protective pads on the bottoms of any heavy
objects, such as pottery, appliances, or other objects
that may scratch the surface.
Avoid abrasive cleaners or rough cleaning pads. If
Use coasters under drinking glasses to prevent glass
rings on the surface.
items. Do not place extremely heavy items on the top.
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Follow these simple care and use guidelines and your
vanity will provide you with many years of trouble free use.