Installation Recommendations

• We highly recommend that you inspect your Diamond Surfaces USA™ materials before using them to help eliminate unnecessary efforts and expenses.  The plastic film should be removed when inspecting the material.
• Ready-to-Install 3cm material is recommended to simplify the fabrication and installation process, if determined appropriate for the situation.
• Darker colors require more maintenance to keep the appearance.  Darker colors will show scratches and imperfections more readily than lighter colors and should be used with caution in areas with moderate to high use. 
• Diamond Surfaces USA™ should be kept away from heat, and heat barriers should be used to separate Diamond Surfaces USA™ from heat sources.  Prolonged exposure to temperatures above 150 degrees Fahrenheit may cause damage to the material. 
• Temperature fluctuations can cause Diamond Surfaces USA™ products to expand and contract.  Special consideration needs to be taken into account for the expansion and contraction of the materials, especially when considering stress points.  Materials should be sufficiently undersized to avoid stresses caused by expansion and contraction.  In general, materials fitted between two walls or stationary structures will need to be undersized roughly 1/8 inch to ½ inch per 10 feet of length.
• Make sure that the Diamond Surfaces USA™ material is level and flush with the support structure when installing.  A grid system, as opposed to a solid support structure, is recommended to dissipate heat. A support grid can be constructed out of plywood or MDF.  100% silicone can be used to attach the support grid every 12 to 18 inches.  Make sure to allow for wood expansion and contraction.  Particleboard or any other materials that can be affected by water should not be used for the support grid.
• Double check any measurements before gluing or cutting
• Positioning joints in inconspicuous areas helps to keep the seamless appearance of the Diamond Surfaces USA™ material.  For best results, seams should be placed in low stress areas.  Keep seams away from sinks, stove tops, and heat producing objects.
• Be careful not to scratch the surface when installing
• Wear proper safety gear when installing the Diamond Surfaces USA™ material including but not limited to safety glasses and a dust mask
• Save any extra pieces of the solid surface in a safe place in case the Diamond Surfaces USA™ material needs to be repaired in the future.  Diamond Surfaces is a renewable and repairable product.  Like all solid surface products, Diamond Surfaces colors may vary from sheet to sheet and from batch to batch and from samples due to the required manufacturing process.
• No recommendations are given for free standing overhangs of material.  Consult an engineer for your specific application.
• Diamond Surfaces USA™ materials may be inappropriate in outdoor situations.  Materials can fade or discolor due to outdoor elements.  In general, the materials can be renewed with cleaning and/or sanding.  Darker colors are more likely to be significantly changed due to outdoor conditions than are lighter colors.  Outdoor use is not covered under the warranty.
• Diamond Surfaces USA™ ¼" materials are recommended for use in vertical applications only.
• All chemicals and substances that may come into contact with Diamond Surfaces USA™ materials should be tested by the user to determine the suitability for each unique application.  Keep in mind that almost all stains can be removed with an abrasive pad.