1. Check the paperwork and templates to determine where and what type of rod is to be used
- a. the type and size of sink determines the size of rod to be used
2. Put in reinforcement rods where needed
- a. On the back side of the stone, draw lines for where to put the rods
- i. for finished sides the rod goes 2 1/4" away from the edge
- ii. for wall sides the rod goes about 1" away from the edge
- b. Using the diamond circular saw cut a slot into the stone where the lines are drawn
- i. The depth of cut should be about half of the thickness of the stone
- ii. The width should be just large enough to fit the rod
- c. Dry out the stone using an air hose followed by the torch
- d. Glue the rod into the slot
- i. mix the glue and pour some into the slot
- ii. put in the rod and push it as far down as possible
- iii. wipe off excess glue and let the glue cure
- e.