CHAPTER X Backsplash

INSTALLATION

• Use 100% silicone to adhere cut strips and/or full height backsplash to countertop and wall • Apply continuous bead at bottom of backsplash, to be adhered to countertop surface • Apply continuous 1/8” (3.18mm) beads to backsplash horizontally at bottom, center, and top of backsplash, for full height apply every 8” (203.2mm) • Dabs of hot melt adhesive can be used to secure backsplash to the wall while silicone cures • Do not hard seam backsplash to countertop • All cutouts must have a minimum ¼” (6.35mm)radius • Do NOT cut square corners / Do NOT cross corners at corner locations of cutouts • Apply 100% silicone around entire perimeter of cutouts on backside to adhere to wall • Make sure there is adequate glue squeeze out along entire seam - Check carefully for voids