Tom M
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| 15 Apr 2010 03:55 PM |
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Hey all you Fabnutters.
I am getting ready for our first Wolf unframed induction cooktop flush installation into a corian top. The scope of the job is: we pull out an existing cooktop out of a 3/4" material top. Repair to resize the cut out down to the new size (probably three to four pieces using scrap material on site). We then route out an approximately 5/16" rail around the edge to accept the frameless unit which gets recessed into this area.
am I nuts for this? I know induction units are supposed to be cooler, but considering it is a flush installation, any pans or pots may direct contact the solid surface if it over extends the cooktop area. Also, there will be three to four glue lines in the mix.
Does anyone have experience with this unit either in stone or solid surface?
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Kelsey Crisp
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| 15 Apr 2010 04:29 PM |
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You ask a question like that, and call us FabNuts
I like people that ask a question and does not realize until they re-read their post, that they answered their own question.
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Andy Graves
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| 15 Apr 2010 07:39 PM |
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We have done a few flush cooktop installations and all of them cracked. Apparently it is the radiant heat from the bottom of the pan that caused the heat to transfer to the counter.
I would have them sign a waiver. |
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Karl Crooks
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| 15 Apr 2010 08:47 PM |
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Posted By Andy Graves on 15 Apr 2010 01:39 PM
We have done a few flush cooktop installations and all of them cracked. Apparently it is the radiant heat from the bottom of the pan that caused the heat to transfer to the counter.
I would have them sign a waiver. I agree with Andy.... but if this is a new fad and you guys install a bunch of them thats ok also !  Karl |
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Tom M
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| 15 Apr 2010 09:36 PM |
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I think I can talk them out of it.
Sounds like a plan. |
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John Christensen
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| 15 Apr 2010 10:48 PM |
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I have only been asked to do flush mounts a couple of times. I refused to do it and the customer accepted drop in style. Never lost a job by refusing and supplying an explanation.
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Bill Wolle
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| 15 Apr 2010 11:31 PM |
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1) Try to get the customer to change.
2) If Corian, they have a drawing and directions on how to do it (MUCH different then normal) and still get warranty coverage
3) Try to get the customer to change.
I will try to find the drawing - if not call 1 800 4 corian and ask for technical help. |
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Kowboy
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| 16 Apr 2010 03:11 AM |
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Posted By Tom M on 15 Apr 2010 09:55 AM
am I nuts for this? Yes.  Joe |
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Tom M
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| 16 Apr 2010 01:26 PM |
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They agreed to go drop in.
Thanks, Fabnutters! |
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