Well John what a fabulous job a mite I say looking amazing. Thanks for the video So my ? Is what are the price on the panels. And I am assuming they are 12x12 tile size please let me know thanks.
@@johnseaman3859 Thank you for the quick reply! :) Why do you use the white floor tiles? And does it have to be marble or can I create same effect with Epoxy?
@@betafun I wired the LED driver (AC to DC converter) into an existing nearby 20A circuit which also powers the kitchen outlets on the other side of the wall. The LED driver is protected by its own fuse.
You have definitely given the wife something to add to my honey-do list! for the sink, how do you drain it? did you have to connect to the sink drain on the inside?
Hi Scott, we got lucky because the kitchen sink is just on the other side of the wall from the outdoor sink. I had a plumber connect the outdoor plumbing into the kitchen including the drain. At the same time we ran a gas line from the stove to the grill. This project was on my honey-do list for years. Finally got it done!
Hi John.. We are looking to have this for raised bed 8x8 area with 10 inch height, can we use these backlit panels? Not sure as stone considered so fragile, will there be any gaps remains between stone and panels which may cause stone to crack?
If the panels are installed properly, nice and flat… I don’t think you will have any problems. The panels create a strong, stable surface and there is no gap between stone and panels
Not really. Fortunately the LED panels last a long time. The ones in the kitchen are still going strong after 7+ years. But we only turn them on about once a month
Looks great! In the video, I saw that you used a white product between the light panel and the marble panel. Wouldn't it block the light transmission of the light panel to the marble panel?
Looks great! I would have absolutely used RGB though as I have a soft spot for Turkish Discos. ;-) All joking aside I think I would have just dropped the wires for each panel into a hole and wired it all up from the underside. That might have been a bigger nightmare but routing slots in the wood seemed like it might have been one of the most difficult parts of your project! Any regrets about not lighting the backsplash? I noticed it and before I do my project it's got me thinking. Hmmm. I looked but didn't see the LED drivers in your info section... who makes those? I'd like to find ones that support RGB and Alexa. I'm a home automation nutjob and have most of my house setup to do crazy stuff. Something to do. ;-) I enjoyed the video a lot btw... you have a spectacular house and view in your backyard!! Very jealous!! The music was pretty cool too. Cheers! PS: Your wife better have some honey-do's on her list now since you did this amazing work!!😁
Thank you! Yes I considered drilling holes and running all the wires underneath the plywood. Decided against that because I didn’t want a mess of wires which would be more likely to get damaged. The routed channels for wires & connectors are very protected from the elements and rodents. Also, it would be really difficult to do the wiring from below, because the space is very tight.
I don’t recall the specifics on the LED driver because SLABLite sent me one along with the panels. I’m not at the house now but will take a photo of the driver next time I’m there. If I recall correctly it is a Meanwell power supply
A lit backsplash would be cool, but I had to draw the line somewhere (too much work! Lol) I considered doing it, but didn’t like the idea of exposed top edge of LED panel showing behind the backsplash.
That would definitely be a problem. The only thing to do would be to attempt to lift the stone without breaking it. The stone installers used more glue than needed, so it might be very difficult. I was very careful with the wiring and I tested each panel, each step of the way so that at least there should not be a failure or short due to faulty wiring. The indoor island countertop which we installed 6 years ago is still working great. No LED failures yet🤞. Fortunately the SLABLite panels are reliable.
@@johnseaman3859 I wonder what electroluminescent (EL) wire would do for a project like this. Wouldn't get that even light and not be as bright, but you can introduce curves like with neon tubing and it uses less power than LED. At least when it burns out you can just snake new wire through your routed channels and have it come out in a discreet location.
I have the slablites in the garage and quartzite at the installer. May I ask for details on the undermount sink? Normally the undermount sink would be connected to the quartzite with a gasket sealing the sink to the quartzite. The Slablite will make the gap too big for a gasket, how did you seal it? How does it looK? Thank you!
Apologies for the late reply! The sink is under mounted and supported with a pair of sink brackets which are attached to the structure’s frame. The brackets are apparently not currently available on Amazon, but here is the link www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00478JI3G?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title I installed the panels to the edge of the sink cutout on the plywood. The sink itself, and the hole in the stone are a bit smaller than the cutout, so the sink is sealed in the standard way, directly to the underside of the stone.
I am interested in making a 60” x 12” x 3” floating bar table (in a rectangular concaved nook area). Do you think it is possible to build this and powering by using a preexistent outlet nearby? I would have to create a power outlet inside the table then, right?
Do you do this for a living? We live in Orange County and are interested in doing our kitchen counters and backsplash with SLABLite and Quartzite. If you don't do this, can you recommend someone that does?
No I’m just a homeowner and occasional DIYer. Slablite happens to be located in Orange County (CA). Give them a call and talk to Richard, the owner, and I’m sure he can refer you to someone local who can do your installation.
@@johnseaman3859 Thanks, I reached out to them and spoke to them about a month ago. Very helpful. Felt the price-point was just too high after factoring materials & labor. I ended up using another outfit in Orange County that custom fabricates 3/4" plexiglass LED panels that would go under the Cristallo Quartzite. Their product made more sense for our home and the pricing/one-stop-shop made it an easier decision.
I'm impressed that you can just set the heavy slabs right on top of the LED panels.
use lightweight process technology is very fast
Great step by step video!
Thank you!
I’m in San Diego can you please come do this for me? I’ll pay I’m in the building phase still and I’m very interested
Well John what a fabulous job a mite I say looking amazing. Thanks for the video
So my ? Is what are the price on the panels. And I am assuming they are 12x12 tile size please let me know thanks.
Glad you like it!
Hello, thank you for this amazing video! Is it smart to use RGB lights? To switch up colors or is this nod advised? Best regards! ❤️
You could use RGB lights but I decided to go with only white light because it looks great with this particular type of stone.
@@johnseaman3859 Thank you for the quick reply! :) Why do you use the white floor tiles? And does it have to be marble or can I create same effect with Epoxy?
HI john is it still working the outdoor led backlit counter top
also where how did you hook up the fuse box wherendid u get that fuse box type
Yes, still working great!
@@betafun I wired the LED driver (AC to DC converter) into an existing nearby 20A circuit which also powers the kitchen outlets on the other side of the wall. The LED driver is protected by its own fuse.
Did you put any clear seal on the countertop to prevent any stains or scratches?
a teacher question and when one of the pianos burns what to do in this case
You have definitely given the wife something to add to my honey-do list! for the sink, how do you drain it? did you have to connect to the sink drain on the inside?
Hi Scott, we got lucky because the kitchen sink is just on the other side of the wall from the outdoor sink. I had a plumber connect the outdoor plumbing into the kitchen including the drain. At the same time we ran a gas line from the stove to the grill. This project was on my honey-do list for years. Finally got it done!
Nice ❤
Hi John.. We are looking to have this for raised bed 8x8 area with 10 inch height, can we use these backlit panels? Not sure as stone considered so fragile, will there be any gaps remains between stone and panels which may cause stone to crack?
If the panels are installed properly, nice and flat… I don’t think you will have any problems. The panels create a strong, stable surface and there is no gap between stone and panels
What happens when the panel stops working how do you change it?
That would be a big problem. No alternative other than trying to lift the stone.
Wow, looks amazing, but what happens when a panel gives out? Is there a way to repair or replace it?
Not really. Fortunately the LED panels last a long time. The ones in the kitchen are still going strong after 7+ years. But we only turn them on about once a month
WHat!!!!!!!! Bro has a metal connector for MC cables connected to a PVC blue box!!!!!!!!!!! i hope that building doesn't burn down
Great informative video. Can you please tell me what adhesive you used to fix marble on LED light panels?
Looks great! In the video, I saw that you used a white product between the light panel and the marble panel. Wouldn't it block the light transmission of the light panel to the marble panel?
Looks great! I would have absolutely used RGB though as I have a soft spot for Turkish Discos. ;-) All joking aside I think I would have just dropped the wires for each panel into a hole and wired it all up from the underside. That might have been a bigger nightmare but routing slots in the wood seemed like it might have been one of the most difficult parts of your project! Any regrets about not lighting the backsplash? I noticed it and before I do my project it's got me thinking. Hmmm. I looked but didn't see the LED drivers in your info section... who makes those? I'd like to find ones that support RGB and Alexa. I'm a home automation nutjob and have most of my house setup to do crazy stuff. Something to do. ;-) I enjoyed the video a lot btw... you have a spectacular house and view in your backyard!! Very jealous!! The music was pretty cool too. Cheers! PS: Your wife better have some honey-do's on her list now since you did this amazing work!!😁
Thank you! Yes I considered drilling holes and running all the wires underneath the plywood. Decided against that because I didn’t want a mess of wires which would be more likely to get damaged. The routed channels for wires & connectors are very protected from the elements and rodents. Also, it would be really difficult to do the wiring from below, because the space is very tight.
I don’t recall the specifics on the LED driver because SLABLite sent me one along with the panels. I’m not at the house now but will take a photo of the driver next time I’m there. If I recall correctly it is a Meanwell power supply
A lit backsplash would be cool, but I had to draw the line somewhere (too much work! Lol) I considered doing it, but didn’t like the idea of exposed top edge of LED panel showing behind the backsplash.
What do you do if your light under onyx countertop stops working! Do I have to break the onyx or replace it to change the light? Please advise
That would definitely be a problem. The only thing to do would be to attempt to lift the stone without breaking it. The stone installers used more glue than needed, so it might be very difficult. I was very careful with the wiring and I tested each panel, each step of the way so that at least there should not be a failure or short due to faulty wiring. The indoor island countertop which we installed 6 years ago is still working great. No LED failures yet🤞. Fortunately the SLABLite panels are reliable.
@@johnseaman3859 I wonder what electroluminescent (EL) wire would do for a project like this. Wouldn't get that even light and not be as bright, but you can introduce curves like with neon tubing and it uses less power than LED. At least when it burns out you can just snake new wire through your routed channels and have it come out in a discreet location.
Can you under light it AFTER putting the counter top has already put on?
john my light go out after 15 min flickers wht do u think is a problem
Guauu...como se llama esos paneles? Y se pueden cortar y no dejan de funcionar?
Sweet… was curious how i was going to do it. Thank you
you should have shown the room with just the countertop lit and all other room lights off.
Thank you for helping where did tou buy the light panel
So I know that the LEDs last for many many thousands of hours, however, if one needs replaced, the whole countertop needs to come out?!
Yes
Cristallo?
Smoooooooth
Bravo!
How do you change it is one of the panels go out?
I have the slablites in the garage and quartzite at the installer. May I ask for details on the undermount sink? Normally the undermount sink would be connected to the quartzite with a gasket sealing the sink to the quartzite. The Slablite will make the gap too big for a gasket, how did you seal it? How does it looK? Thank you!
Apologies for the late reply! The sink is under mounted and supported with a pair of sink brackets which are attached to the structure’s frame. The brackets are apparently not currently available on Amazon, but here is the link www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00478JI3G?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
I installed the panels to the edge of the sink cutout on the plywood. The sink itself, and the hole in the stone are a bit smaller than the cutout, so the sink is sealed in the standard way, directly to the underside of the stone.
This is the sink www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07ZPC63B2?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title
Hello, thanks for the video, where can I buy the panels, will you help me with the link please
slablite.com/
I am interested in making a 60” x 12” x 3” floating bar table (in a rectangular concaved nook area). Do you think it is possible to build this and powering by using a preexistent outlet nearby? I would have to create a power outlet inside the table then, right?
Sorry for the late reply! Yes you can power from any nearby outlet. Best to get an electrician to do the wiring
so nice share ,so nice solution
what is the name of this led?
where do i buy these led panels
Oh my word that is stunning!
Glad you like it!
can lights be put under any granite or only certain granite?
That is not granite. That is quartzite.
@@pussnuts is this as strong as granite?
whew. I'd just put a mirror beneath it all
Not a bad idea! But it looks coolest lit up at night with the overhead lights off
@@johnseaman3859 true, but jeez. it's a lot of work to set up those lights
#futurematerialz
That looks amazing.
Why you don't put the link to get the parts?... thanks a lot...
Good idea. I’ll do that asap
Done!
Do you do this for a living? We live in Orange County and are interested in doing our kitchen counters and backsplash with SLABLite and Quartzite. If you don't do this, can you recommend someone that does?
No I’m just a homeowner and occasional DIYer. Slablite happens to be located in Orange County (CA). Give them a call and talk to Richard, the owner, and I’m sure he can refer you to someone local who can do your installation.
@@johnseaman3859 Thanks, I reached out to them and spoke to them about a month ago. Very helpful. Felt the price-point was just too high after factoring materials & labor. I ended up using another outfit in Orange County that custom fabricates 3/4" plexiglass LED panels that would go under the Cristallo Quartzite. Their product made more sense for our home and the pricing/one-stop-shop made it an easier decision.
@@sabiob could you please share the details of the other store for the LED panels. We are also planning Cristallo Quartzsite for our island.
@@ramyavikram1525 I'm working with Chris from Stone Age Tile in Anaheim. Let him know John B. sent you.
@@sabiob you happy with your 3/4" plexiglass LED panels ? I live in AZ, do you have a brand name of the item you got?
Wtf u talking about bro
Hello i am going to start a project like that but i have never done it
Would you be able to email me and allow me to ask ?
Sure. johnseam11@gmail.com.
Great video. Did the faucet hole get drilled through a panel?
Yes. Predrilled through the panel before placing the slab