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Fabrication
1. Cutting
Tools: Portable Electric Stone Saw and Multi-functional Planer-saw, together with one Orbital Cutting Saw is better. The saw-teeth should be alloy-steel and small so as to save material and avoid edge-crack during cutting. The cutting size should be 2mm larger than the real needed size since burnishing comes after cutting. When cutting, do not go too fast and the strength should stable and slowly.
2. Burnishing
Tools: Electric Abrader. Fix the two needed gluing parts in the same horizontal. Burnishing the two needed gluing surfaces till they become smooth and level.
3. Gluing
Tools: Solid-Ace Adhesive, Consolidation and Clamps.
Use the specified Adhesive & Consolidation to glue the burnishing parts. Please pay attention that different color sheets should be matched with different color Adhesive. The Adhesive must mix up thoroughly with the Consolidation before using. The ratio should be adjusted under different working temperature. About 25.C mix up at the ratio of Adhesive: Consolidation = 50 : 1, above 30C at the ratio of 50 : 0.8, under 20.C at the ratio of 50 : 1.5.
The burnishing surface should be cleaned before gluing. Coat with the mixture on the cleaned surface and stick two parts together and then fix by the clamps 4-5cm each.
The mixture should be finished using within 2-3 hours after mixing up and please do clean the Extravagation at the gluing place away ASAP before consolidated. After 3 hours, the clamps could be taken away.
4. Grinding
Tools: Electric Grinder. Grinding the edges according to the requested designs.
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5. Sanding
Tools: Sanding paper No. 80, 220, 600, 1000, 1200. Sand the need polish surface first with sanding paper No. 80 and then with No. 220 step by step. After that, use sanding paper No. 600 to sand all surfaces together thoroughly with cool water and then using No. 1000 and No. 1200 with cool water sanding.
6. Polishing
Tools: Electric Polisher, Polishing Wax (Liquid). Make sure the surface is clean and dry before coating with polishing wax and then coat with polishing wax on the surface and upon the wax almost becoming dry, use the Electric Polisher to polish it thoroughly. Repeat the above operation one time to make a more shining surface then finished.
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Routine Care
Typically, three types of countertop finishes are used: matte, semi-glossy and glossy. However, routine cleaning may raise the gloss level of the countertop over time. Soapy water, ammonia-based cleaners (not window cleaners) or commercially available solid surface cleaners will remove most dirt and residue from all types of finishes. Stubborn residue will require a little stronger cleaner. Follow the recommendations below to properly clean your countertop and sink.
Some colors may appear to require more frequent cleaning to maintain their beauty. Darker colors tend to show fine scratches more easily and will require more attention than lighter colors. Over time through care and use your countertop will acquire a patina, changing the appearance of the finish. You may restore the look of the original finish by following the refurbishing guidelines below.
Preventing Heat Damage
While Solid-Ace is heat resistant, as with all countertop materials, it is important to minimize direct heat exposure to protect your surface and investment.DO NOT PLACE HOT POTS, PANS, ETC. DIRECTLY ON THE COUNTERTOP SURFACE. Always use heat trivets or hot pads when placing hot objects on any surface. Always use a trivet under portable heat generating appliances such as a toaster oven. |
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Preventing Other Damage
In most cases Solid-Ace can be repaired if damaged. Be sure to follow these guidelines to help you prevent any permanent damage to your Solid-Ace.
- Avoid getting strong chemicals, such as paint removers, oven cleaners, etc.. If a spill does occur, promptly flush the surface with water to fully rinse off the chemical.
- Do not cut directly on Solid-Ace countertops. Use a cutting board.
Removing fine scratches or a blotchy appearance
You may notice that the surface of your countertop begins to look blotchy. Typically, this is caused by leaving hard water to dry on the surface which will leave a film of minerals. To remove this film:
- Pour some mild abrasive liquid cleanser, such as Soft Scrub®, on a damp sponge or cloth and rub over area using small circular motions, from the front to the back, then side to side, overlapping the circles until the entire area has been cleaned.
- Thoroughly rinse the top with clean water and WIPE SURFACE COMPLETELY DRY.
- Check to see if blotchiness is gone. If not, repeat procedure applying more pressure on the sponge or rag.
- Continue over all affected areas until all film is removed.
Removing minor cuts and scratches
Because the solid beauty of Solid-Ace goes all the way through, Solid-Ace surfaces are renewable. You can remove minor cuts and scratches yourself by following these instructions.
- First, wash the area where the scratch is located, following the instructions found in this guide, to remove any film on the surface as this film may clog the abrasive pads. With this surface still wet, start rubbing with the Peach colored side of the cleaning pad. Use a light touch. Pressing too hard may actually leave deeper scratches. Rub over the scratch using a straight line motion. Periodically switch rubbing direction ninety degrees. Rinse pad periodically during this process to remove any built up residue. Be sure all of the scratch is removed.
- Clean top with water and dry thoroughly. Check to see if sanded area blends with rest of top. Please note that sanded area may not perfectly match remainder of top. If necessary, turn pad over and repeat process. Rub over large area to blend in sanding.
- If needed, continue the sanding process using the Aqua colored pad and if necessary, the Grey colored pad until the desired gloss level is achieved.
- Rinse out all pads used and allow them to air dry before putting them away
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