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Old 11-13-2006, 02:08 PM   #1
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Any one ever do the crete countertops? I heard they look good but are a pain to put in. Dont you have to do extra reinforceing?

 
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They are a pain to put in. They're very cumbersome. You definitely need 3 or 4 guys to haul some of the bigger pieces in. Most standard cabinetry can support the weight. At inch and half thickness, its about 18.5 lbs per sq. ft.
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