We're remodeling the bathroom and want to get the countertop put in. Instead of building a vanity cabinet, we want to have a floating countertop (quartz).
We found the piece we're interested in, and we were told it's about 200 pounds. They said that we must have the location for the slab to be placed ready when they come out.
I've looked at solutions, and it seems angle brackets are the way to go. We found some rated for 500 pounds, and can put four of them connected to the studs to hold up the countertop + sinks. This would be surrounded on three of the four sides.
Questions:
- Is this the correct route to go?
- Do we have an alternatives that I should look at?
- What's a good brand/product for angle brackets for this use?
Thanks!
Best Answer
Given a 6' wide slab, brackets are the right choice. In my ideal world, there would be at least 2 from the back wall, equally spaced, as well as ledgers on the sides. Be sure the brackets and ledgers are well attached to studs.
Stone/quartz/etc will often have plywood underneath to support the slab. Talk to your vendor about who is providing it, if it's necessary. If it's you, ask what thickness they want. (This-all assumes a built-up nosing.)
Lots of possibilities for brackets, but if you can't find anything locally, google 'fastcap speedbrace'.