A Professional Installation Guide for Your Countertops
The installation of a kitchen countertop is among the last things to do in your kitchen. Installing countertops involves more than mere consideration of materials to be used. Sufficient preparation is of uttermost importance. It’s important to ensure you have a good finish. Before embarking on creating the templates, you must ensure the permanent installation of all of your kitchen cabinets. Below are 3 countertop installation tips from a professional installer.
Installation of Sinks and Faucets
Always ensure you have the sinks on site. Ensure they fit in your kitchen cabinets: for drop-in and standard under-mount sinks. Apron-front sinks have several possible ways of bowl placement, with the counter of some sinks fitting into a notch. The sink drain may take an offset position. You do not necessarily have to center the faucet on the sink.
Wall-Mounted Faucets
Ensure you make all your decisions before the plumbers begin their work. This will minimize the risk of elements not complementing each other. A kitchen countertop with a wall-mounted faucet is easier to wipe. The right knowledge of the position of the walls after installation of the backlash is essential for the installation of this faucet.
Countertop Support
The kitchen cabinets provide support for the countertops in most of the spots. The countertop support around the appliances is another matter altogether. For example, if the counter ends on a dishwasher, you will need to provide structural support for the shelf on the side. The dishwasher will not be able to support the counter. Depending on your priorities, you will need to decide how much of your sink will show. This is especially important for the installation of under-mount sinks. For example, before you install the countertop, the edge should be flush with the sink walls.
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