When loading onto an a frame the unpolished sides should always go against the frame.
Transporting granite countertops.
How i diy transported 9 feet worth of quartz countertop from the granite shop to my home using my nissan altima.
In case you are carrying the granite all by your self you ll need some extra man power.
To help alleviate impact you want to use padding on the granite making the hits a softer blow to the fragile rock in transit.
This can be made of metal or wood 2 x 4 boards.
Most granite shops provide installation services that include transportation.
Especially if you are transporting more than one countertop at a time these are a must.
With the right equipment and preparation transporting granite can be effortless.
With the right equipment and preparation transporting granite can be effortless.
To transport granite slabs carry them on edge in an a frame rack the way glass is carried.
An a frame pictured below supports the stone countertops by transporting them in a vertical position.
Bubble wrap may work.
When properly supported it is sturdy and resists cracking.
Handy homeowners can save money by installing the counters themselves.
If you are able to transport your new granite counter yourself in a suv or similar vehicle you should just make certain to place the slab in a way that it is sitting vertically with support so that it does not move.
Granite is a rigid natural stone.
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Cabinets provide equal support under the counter evenly spreading the weight.
Once granite countertopsare installed they are nearly indestructible but in transit granite is quite fragile.
Once granite countertops are installed they are nearly indestructible but in transit granite is quite fragile.
If needed you can make a simple rack from 2x4s.
Most granite shops provide installation services that include transportation.
Without this support granite is susceptible to cracks.
To transport prefabricated stone slabs most professionals will use something called an a frame.
Like glass granite is transported vertically on its edge.
Protect the edges by covering them with wide painter s tape.
Moving blankets or padding.