Field Installation and Service Manual IMS118 | Page 5

Step 3
Build Up
Build Up is a material used in place of Rough Top when the counter material does not require a full deck to rest upon, but
needs to be elevated so that the front edge of the counter material does not interfere with the operation of the doors or
drawers.
Build Up is usually 2-1/2” wide 5/8” particle board with a fi nished edge. It is nailed to the perimeter and sides of a cabinet
run where the countertop will contact the cabinet.
3.1
The inte-
rior pieces are not
required to contact
each other.
Confi rm the out-
side fi nished edge
of the buildup is
fl ush to the face
of the cabinet and
that any outside
corners are clean
and accurate.
Typical Layout for Installing Buildup
Install Build
Up w/ FInish Nails
Miter Build Up
at Outside Corners
Install Build Up Flush
to Face of Cabinet
Sink
Space
Relieve Build Up
and Front Stretcher
for Sink
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