Utopia Lustre series - Installing a Washbasin into a Laminate or Solid Surface Worktop; Fixing Ceramic Slabtops, Sit-on, Semi-recessed or Mineralcast Washbasins

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Worktops
Sanded
laminate
Substrate
g 3
g 4
g 1 g 2
silicon sealant
1
g 6
g 7
A
B
C
INSTALLING A WASHBASIN INTO A
LAMINATE OR SOLID SURFACE WORKTOP
When cutting out for a washbasin a template must be used. These will be provided by
the pottery manufacturer and will be one of two types, a semi-counter top type (see g
1) or an inset vanity basin (see g 2). Do not attempt to fit an underslung basin into any
laminated worktop as the substrate is unsuitable for this. Note only Solid Surface worktops
will be suitable.
Following the pottery manufacturers instructions, lay the template in the desired position
and draw around it allowing for a 12mm overhang (see g 1).
Make the cut outs using a portable router if possible.
However, if a jigsaw is used please make sure all small chips and saw kerfs are removed
by sanding the edges producing a slight radius to the 3mm surface (see g 3).
All worktops must be cut at points A, B and C and sealed with a good quality silicone
sealant as illustrated (see g 4) to accommodate a Utopia basin. This will allow the basin
to fit closely to the fascia of the unit below.
For all other pottery follow the manufacturer’s instructions.
Once the basin is in position apply a bead of silicone sealer around the joint between the
pottery and furniture. This is very important to prevent water ingress.
Fit the basin following the manufacturers instructions.
Note - Do not cut a square corner in Solid Surface worktops. They must have at least a
5mm radius (see g 5).
FIXING CERAMIC SLABTOPS, SIT-ON, SEMI-RECESSED OR
MINERALCAST WASHBASINS
Basins can be fixed directly to the unit by using a good quality silicone sealant around the
top of the unit and the back of the slabtop. This will bond the slabtop to the top of the unit
and wall to give extra support (see g 6). All sit on and semi-recessed basins are bonded
to the worktop with a good quality silicone sealant
BASIN WASTE RECOMMENDATION
A standard 32mm P trap or bottle trap can be accommodated in all washbasin unit
installations with the exception of the 740mm and 1040mm ceramic washbasin single
drawer unit where we recommend the use of a flexible waste fitting as shown (see g 7).
g 5
Cut to basin size