FAQs
General
Q: What is Minerelle?
Q: What is Minerelle Bathroom Panels?
Q: Can I buy direct from Adcolim Limited?
Q: Are there display incentives for showing Minerelle in my studio?
Q: Can I obtain samples of the product?
Q: Are all the colours the same price?
Q: Is there a product I can purchase to maintain my Minerelle worktops?
Q: Is Minerelle available across the whole of the UK?
Q: Do you have a list of approved fitters?
Q: How is an "Inline" workstation jointed and fitted?
Q: What standard colours are available in Bathroom Panels?
Q: Ae all the colours availble in the "Inline sections?
Tooling and Accessories
Q: Where can I purchase your recommended sander?
Q: Where can I purchase Minerelle Finishing Spray and other cleaning product?
Fabrication and Installation
Q: How can I get training on the product?
Q: Can the product be DIY fitted?
Q: Can I produce an ellipse on my tops?
Q: Can I use heat bars?
Q: Can I use a Belfast sink?
Q: Can I use 6mm sheet behind a hob.
Q: What adhesive do I use for apply the hob panel?
Q: Can I joint a splash back panel?
Q: Can I have an under mounted sink?
Q: Is it possible to get a high gloss surface?
Q: Is it possible to sand Minerelle without dust extraction?
Q: Can you join 2 tops back to back to create a 1300mm wide top?
Adhesive and Repairs
Q: How is the jointing adhesive applied?
Q: Can I use other solvents instead of Imanol?
Q: What is the shelf life for the adhesive?
Q: What is in the repair kit?
Q: What is the shelf life of the repair kit?
Care and Maintenance
Q: How do I look after my Minerelle worktops on day to day basis?
Q: Can I place hot objects on the surface?
Q: Will an overhanging pan or wok cause any problems?
Q: Can I cut on the surface?
Q: What is Minerelle?
A: Minerelle is a homogeneous mineral based solid surfacing material with natural mineral fillers and high grade engineered resins directly coated to an environmentally friendly core board and balanced with a non-porous resin and recycled filler mixture. All factory edged tops ensure full resistance to moisture and water ingress.
Minerelle is made in 58mm & 41mm thick for kitchens and 30mm thick for bathrooms.
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Q: Can I buy direct from Adcolim Limited?
A: Adcolim sell exclusively via a network of national stocking distributors only. Please enquire through "CONTACT US" page for your nearest stocking distributor.
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Q: Are there display incentives for showing Minerelle in my studio?
A: Yes, your distributor will be able to provide you with a display offer.
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Q: Can I obtain samples of the product?
A: Yes. Please choose from the "Colour Range" menu and order from "CONTACT US" page. Samples are in 75 X 75 X 3mm format.
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Q: Are all the colours the same price?
A: Yes
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Q: Where can I purchase your recommended sander?
A: The Festool sanders and dust extractors can be purchased from a network of distributors throughout the country. For more details contact the supplier on www.festool.co.uk
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Q: Where can I purchase Minerelle Finishing Spray and other cleaning product?
A: Minerelle Finishing Spray and other care and maintenace goods can be purchased from your retailer or from Adcolim Ltd.
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Q: How can I get training on the product?
A: We can organise installation/fitter training at either our distributor’s facilities or at the retailers premises. Minimum number of people required for a dedicated clinic is 6. Please enquire through "CONTACT US" page and we will be in touch.
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Q: Can the product be DIY fitted?
A: No. It should be fitted by an experienced kitchen fitter.
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Q: Can I produce an ellipse on my tops?
A: Yes. To a minimum of 200mm. Refer to fabrication manual.
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Q: Can I use heat bars?
A: No. This application is not recommended by Adcolim as it would mean cutting into the core. You will need a 12mm surface for this application which only Minerelle "Inline" workstations can provide.
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Q: Can I use a Belfast sink?
A: No. Adcolim do not recommend this application. The product warranty will be void if Minerelle is used in conjunction with a Belfast sink.
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Q: Can I use 6mm sheet behind a hob.
A: No. Only a 12mm splashback is recommended for this application.
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Q: What adhesive do I use for apply the hob panel?
A: We recommend a flexible PUR adhesive such as "Sikaflex 552" or "No More Nails". Please read manufacturer's instructions before use.
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Q: Can I joint a splash back panel?
A: It is not recommended to joint a 6mm panel to another if it is to be bonded onto a wall. Due to expansion and contraction we recommended a flexible sealant between the joints.
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Q: Can I have an under mounted sink?
A: For undermounting a sink you should use the Minerelle "Inline" workstations. It is not possible to undermount a sink to a standard Minerelle worktop.
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Q: Is it possible to get a high gloss surface?
A: All Minerelle worktops and cast sheets can be brought up to a high gloss level with additional polishing, however, we do not recommend it. High gloss surface are not practical as they require higher and more frequent maintenance.
Please see our recommended finishing process in the "Fabrication and Installation" menu.
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Q: How is the jointing adhesive applied?
A: To use the 50ml cartridge system you will require an applicator gun which can be obtained from your distributor. You can not apply the adhesive without this applicator.
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Q: Can I use other solvents instead of Imanol?
A: We only recommend Imanol (denatured alcohol)
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Q: What is the shelf life for the adhesive?
A: 12 months from date of filling providing that the adhesive has been correctly stored in a dry and cool location below 15 degrees C. Once a cartridge has been opened and or used will have a much shorter shelf life and is no longer under warranty for its shelf life.
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Q: What is in the repair kit?
A: The repair kit is a resin material made to match the colour of the work surface. This needs to be mixed thoroughly prior to use and needs to be used by an experienced fitter.
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Q: What is the shelf life of the repair kit?
A: 3 weeks providing it is kept cool and dry.
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Q: How do I look after my Minerelle worktops on day to day basis?
A: We recommend the use of Minerelle Finishing Spray. This antibacterial finishing spray will provide surface protection and a level of lustre. For full details please refer to "Care & Maintenance" page of this web site.
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Q: Can I place hot objects on the surface?
A: This is not recommended with any worksurfaces including Minerelle. Please use a worktop saver which can be obtained from your retailer or a trivet.
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Q: Will an overhanging pan or wok cause any problems?
A: When using a gas burning hob be careful not to overhang pans as the heat deflected from underside of the pan can damage the surrounding surfaces. When considering to purchase a gas buring hob it is highly recommended to choose the ones with centrally positioned main burner.
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Q: Can I cut on the surface?
A: No. Never cut directly on the surface as it will mark the tops and blunt your knife.
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Q: Is there a product I can purchase to maintain my Minerelle worktops?
A: A consumer "Care & Maintenance" kit is available which allows the user to maintain the surface to its original finish. This kit includes cleanining cloths, Minerelle Finishing Spray and a Scotch-Brite sponge for the removal of light scratches and marks. Please enquire through "CONTACT US" page if you wish to purchase through Adcolim.
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Q: Is Minerelle available across the whole of the UK?
A: Minerelle can be purchased from any point in the UK. Adcolim's National distribution coverage is serviced by specialist worktop distributors who stock the Minerelle product in depth. Please choose "WHERE CAN I BUY" and we will pass your details to your nearest distributor, who will advise you of your nearest stockist.
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Q: How is an "Inline" workstation jointed and fitted?
A: Although the Inline workstation has a 12mm thick surface to allow undermounting sinks and the drainer grooves, it is designed to be fitted and jointed exactly the same way as the standard Minerelle worktops are jointed.
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Q: Is it possible to sand Minerelle without dust extraction?
A: No. Sanding pads lose their abrading effectiveness if no extraction is used and prevents you from achieving the desired finish.
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Q: What is Minerelle Bathroom Panels?
A: To complement and enhance the bathroom worktop range we have added 6mm solid surface sheets to be used for bathroom design solutions. The panels are offered in two sheet sizes, 2440mm x 1220mm and 2440mm x 900mm. This stylish addition is an alternative solution to the conventional tiles but without the maintenance associated with grouted seams. Minerelle bathroom panels are used for shower panels and bathroom wall cladding.
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Q: What standard colours are available in Bathroom Panels?
A: Angel, Bronte, Chocolate, Konkrit, Latte, Malta, Nightsky, Reform & Sahri
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Q: Do you have a list of approved fitters?
A: Your retailer/supplier should advise you on this matter. Please choose "where I can buy" from the main menu and we will pass your details to your nearest distributor who will advise you of your nearest stockist.
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Q: Can you join 2 tops back to back to create a 1300mm wide top?
A: Yes. This can be achieved by following the standard jointing procedure. As with all items to be joined, you must check for a good colour match before proceeding.
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Q: Ae all the colours availble in the "Inline sections?
A: No. Only the following 11 colours are available;
Angel, Bronte, Chocolate, Konkrit, Latte, Malta, Montana, Nightsky, Reform, Scent & Tumble.
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