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« on: December 24, 2009, 06:32:26 AM »
What is the maximum "over hang" on a granite counter top. I've been told that 6 inches is too much and it could easily crack. Huh
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« Reply #1 on: December 31, 2009, 12:47:59 PM »
Thank a lot.
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« Reply #2 on: January 04, 2010, 08:30:26 AM »
The typical saying is 2/3 on and 1/3 off. So if you have a 24" supported counter you don't want more than an additional 12" overhang.

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« Reply #3 on: January 04, 2010, 11:47:18 AM »
Thanks a lot Mark. A very useful equation.
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