I did a search in the forums and now here is my Q.
Been calling various suppliers in my area in SW Virginia and one of the guys mentioned he was told some suppliers in other states will sell solid surface countertop
sheets to non-certified folks.
The person who mentioned this was someone from NY State – “I can buy as much as I want”.
I realize this could open a can of worms but the only thing I can buy anywhere close to being solid surface is Swanstone that’s mainly used in baths.
The only manufacturer, based in Tenn., that would sell seems to be out of the game.
Thanks for any tips.
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I'm in So. Calif., and there are a couple of co. that will sell to non certified people. Most of the major brands, i.e., Corian, Staron, etc. will not sell due to the warranty on the product. The manufacturer backs the warranty. If it is not fabricated and installed to their certification standards they are still stuck with the warranty. You can see why they don't want that type of business. Some co. sell through distributers who don't care who they sell to as they don't cover the warranty on the brand they carry.
You may be able to get the material you want from a distributor, but may have to travel or have it shipped some distance. It is very heavy and expensive to ship as it must travel flat. Someone in the industry in your area may be able to help you find a distributor close to your area.
Thanks for the reply -I understand the points you mention.Seems they should be able to offer a waiver I can sign or whatever and be able to buy the raw material so they don't have to worry about me filing claims, etc.I'll keep searching.When the Tennessee producer was still offering the stuff I was willing to drive 6-7 hours each way to buy several large sheets.
It is more the homeowner filing claim that they are interested in I think
" There'll be no living with her now" - Captain Jack Sparrow
re - It is more the homeowner filing claim that they are interested in I think-----well, I'm not in the trade, so I would be lumped into the homeowner catagory.all i can do is keep searching or move on to alternative material such as concrete.i do, however, understand their reasons.noticing a lot of solid surface manufacturers sprouting out of china.
maybe this will change the situation a bit.
Here in Ohio we were able to buy direct if material was being used in a commercial setting.
Otherwise, see if a fab shop will sell you the material with a signed disclaimer.A great place for Information, Comraderie, and a sucker punch.
Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
Quittin' Time
I am reluctant to approach a fabricator but it's worth a try.Thanks for the suggestion.
Best of luck.A great place for Information, Comraderie, and a sucker punch.
Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.
Quittin' Time
Thanks!
Menards will supply anyone with solid surface material. I wonder if they would ship to your area (it is heavy though & would be expensive to ship).
Thank you for the tip on Menards.I'll see if there is one close by within 300-400 miles.For all the trouble I might have to go through it might be better to use concrete.
Menards can be a good source for solid surface. They own their own production shop called CTI and can provide a decent range of colors and sizes. They even market solid surface (Corinthian) for DIY.
Thank you for the info on Corinthian.Trying to recall info about acrylic vs. polyurathane based solid surfaces.
Something about 100% acrylic based products are better?
(I think Corian is acrylic?)
It's probably corporate hogwash when one touts one over the other.I'll look for the Corinthian stuff.Thanks again.
take a look at granite,suppliers will sometimes sell to ho. approx 750. f0r a 5x 9 slab.larry
hand me the chainsaw, i need to trim the casing just a hair.