For all of the benefits that our commercial customers enjoy when using our popular CounterBalance brackets, you might think that the innovative plates require a complicated installation. Actually, installing our CounterBalance brackets isn’t nearly as challenging as you might think. When our team designed these brackets, they achieved a balance of offering superior countertop support with simplified installation.

Let’s focus in on the six installation steps necessary with the CounterPlate Plus bracket. The CounterPlate Plus is designed to attach to half walls or pony walls, supporting overhangs on “breakfast bar” style countertops. This ”L” shaped bracket ties in to the vertical wall studs for improved strength and stability.

Six Simple Installation Steps for CounterPlatePlus Bracket

1. Set a circular saw to a depth of 1″ and cut a 1/4″ wide crosscut notch in the top of the header board where the bracket will be located to accept the spine of the bracket.
2. Carefully test, and fit the bracket in the notch and trace its shape on top and back of stud wall for routing. Place plate where support is needed and trace the shape onto the stud wall.
3. Using the router with a 1/4″ bit, router out the traced shape on the top and rear of the stud wall. (Note: you may need to cut out a section of drywall from the rear side of the wall to complete this.)
4. Place the plate into the routered area and mark holes for drilling, then remove the plate.
5. Drill pilot holes and place the plate back into position and attach with the provided screws.
6. Conceal the rear flange of the bracket with back-splash or repair drywall.

Apply a silicone sealant (such as Bondaflex 100 or Chem-set™ RTV 4500) to the top of the brackets to secure them to the underside of the counter surface and set countertop into position.

Simply repeat these steps as necessary for additional plates.

Details About the CounterPlate Plus Bracket

The CounterPlate Plus supports up to an 18” overhang. Supports should be spaced no more than 16” to 20” apart for optimum performance.

• These low-profile plates provide a clean, “floating” look for your kitchen countertop.
• The plates are formed of 1/4” HRPO steel with black powder-coated finish for strength and durability. The CounterPlate Plus bracket has been successfully tested for use up to an amazing 500 pounds!
• The plates’ L shaped design and increased thickness allows for maximum support for larger overhangs.

The CounterBalance CounterPlate Plus bracket is an excellent choice to support overhangs on stone and solid surface countertops. CounterBalance products give your customers an alternative to banging their knees on pricey corbels, while providing superior support and security. Your customer will love the clean, modern look that these brackets offer while they hide from view.

View all brackets and products in our CounterBalance line here.

How can we help you decide on the right products for your commercial countertop installation needs? Our experienced sales team is ready to answer your questions and make product recommendations. Just give us a call, toll-free, at 800-220-1966 or email us at sales@chemical-concepts.com. We’ll be happy to help!