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Quartz Worktop Installation & Maintenance
9. Hob & Inset Sink Installation
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• Plunge Saw
• Sander/Polisher
• Drill
• Hob & Sink Template
• Quartz Plunge Saw Blade
• Vacuum Brazed Drum (20mm)
Note: Cut-outs must be fully supported during the cutting process.
Where the cut marks join on the top, lines can occur. These must be removed using the vacuum brazed drum
(20mm). Radius of the holes at corners should never be less than 4mm.
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of the cabinet will also require cutting. DO NOT remove
more of the cabinet front rail than is required for the
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Thermal protection tape must be used in all areas in
direct contact with heat (i.e hob/sink cut outs).
Note: We recommend the use of a drilling template
when cutting out the four corner holes in the worktop.
Use a piece of MDF and cut the hole to a diameter of
35mm.
Mark out the cutting area for the hob or sink using a
tape measure, pencil and masking tape. Use a 35mm
diamond holesaw to create a hole in each of the 4
corners through the Quartz worktop.
Note: Make sure there are supporting wooden bearers
under the hole positions for the drill to pass through
into. Do not apply excess pressure when drilling and
slightly rotate the drill.
Use a plunge saw to make the cut in the worktop
between the holes, plunging the blade completely
through the top then steadily along the cut line.
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• To prevent splintering it is recommended not to
push too hard when cutting. This will also preserve
the lifespan of the blade
• Always use suitable dust extraction
• Always use a dust mask (FFP3) and safety eye
wear whilst cutting
• Use the sander, with a vacuum brazed drum
(20mm), to smooth off any internal burred edges
or notches. This is very important to ensure there
are no unnecessary stress points which could
cause cracking.
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of a worktop. Follow the information in section 11 for
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worktop application. Do not silicone hobs in place.
Note: The Quartz surface cannot be screwed into.
Packers/batons may be required under the worktop
for the hob/sink clips to clamp onto. Some brackets
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Front edge
60mm
min
Note:
Do not use hammer
action setting
Note:
For the last cut, move
the wooden bearer to
ensure the centre section
is supported
MDF Jig
Cut 1
Cut 2
Cut 3 Cut 4
100mm min
• 35mm Diamond Holesaw Bit
• Thermal Protection Tape (hob installation)
• Tape Measure & Pencil
• Masking Tape