Our kit order is designed so that you can make a good
decision about size and configuration of the products you wish to
purchase. Ordering the wrong size is the most frequent mistake made by
our customers. Our kit ordering system is designed to avoid these costly
"size" mistakes and to help you with easy installation.
To make sure that you are ordering the correct size for the location where you want to install
your address set, we will, within a day after your order (and before we commence production) deliver to you a proof, consisting of a digital, full-scaled, dimensioned drawing showing the letters and/or numbers that you ordered and the layout of these items with our professional kerning.
When your order ships we will include pursuant to such proof , a paper mounting template with your number/letter outlines positioned on it. The outlines each contain the precise location for the mounting studs that will attach to the rear of each number or letter.
Your order will include your numbers and letters and aluminum mounting studs that are threaded so that the studs will screw into receptacles on the reverse side of each number or letter.
We will also include, at not extra charge, standoff spacers if you
so request.
We include a quantity of silicone glue to affix the mounting studs to the installation location.
Finally, we include a step-by-step installation guide.
2. Suggested Stud Mounting Procedure
For Metal or Plastic
For most applications involving small to medium-sized
pieces (2" to 15"), our products may be installed with a few common tools and supplies: (a) masking tape, (b) a hand drill (roto-hammer for masonry surfaces), and (c) a level.
Sizes larger than 16" may require additional support from the back side
of the piece. Following is the suggested procedure for small to
medium-sized pieces:
Installed Side View
Rear View with Studs & 1/4" Standoff Spacers
Start your installation by taping the paper template
where you wish to place the numbers or letters. We
recommend that you use a level to insure true horizontal/vertical positioning.
Click photo at right for illustration of placed, house
number template.
Once the template is
securely taped, the installer will drill holes into the installation
surface using the precise location of the mounting studs as
indicated on the template.
After the holes are
drilled, fill each hole with silicone glue. By hand screw the studs
into the holes on the back of the number or letter, coat each stud with silicone glue,
and press studs into the glue-filled holes.
The installer, using
masking tape, will secure the numbers or letters to the wall surface
until the silicon glue hardens.
After the glue has set, remove the masking tape
and VOILA! you have the industry's finest address identification
installed on your premises. Click photo for view of an excellent completed installation
of 12" Cut Garamond Italic in Polished Aluminum.
3. Plastic Hardware & Suggested
Pad Installation Procedure
1. PADS ONLY HARDWARE
Mounting pads are affixed to the inside rear of the letter. The pads are
covered with silicone adhesive and pressed against a clean mounting surface.
The letter is held in place with masking tape for at least 12 hours.
This mounting hardware is best for indoor locations.
WE DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS HARDWARE FOR EXTERIOR LOCATIONS.
2. STUDS ONLY HARDWARE
Aluminum studs thread into a
receptacle on the inside rear of your number or letter. You install as
per the diagram below. These numbers or letters may be raised off the wall
by using spacers. We supply such at no extra cost. Specify your desire
for spacers in the appropriate section of the order form. The
letter is held in place with masking tape for at least 12 hours.
This hardware is great for exterior locations where your
pieces are flat against the wall. Also best for small sizes (5" or less).
3. STUDS & PADS ALL HARDWARE
The pads with studs are affixed
to all locations inside rear of a letter. The studs are installed per the
suggested stud mounting procedure
above. The pads are covered with silicone
adhesive and pressed against a clean mounting surface. The letter is held in
place with masking tape for at least 12 hours. NOTE:
This hardware is only available for numbers or letters 6" or greater in
height. This hardware is good for exterior locations when your pieces are to
stand off the wall.
4. STUD-PAD COMBINATION HARDWARE
The pads with studs are affixed
to the upper inside rear of a letter. The lower part of the inside rear of
the letter has affixed a pad only. The installer will drill a 1/4"
hole for the studs. The studs are installed per the
above diagram. The pads are covered with silicone
adhesive and pressed against a clean mounting surface. The letter is held in
place with masking tape for at least 12 hours.NOTE:
This hardware is only available for numbers or letters 6" or greater in
height.
This hardware is good for exterior locations with limited drilling options
or where pieces are not exposed to extreme conditions.
The Source
Our foundry is Gemini, Incorporated of Cannon
Falls, Minnesota. Gemini manufactures to exacting
specifications. We are proud to make these fine products
available for you.
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