Undermount Kitchen Sink Installation Granite Countertop

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Undermount kitchen sink installation granite countertop.

A stainless steel undermount sinks adds a final touch of class to a granite countertop and although the job of installing one may seem difficult it isn t any more so than installing a. Undermount sinks are considerably harder to install since their heavier weight is suspended from the bottom of the countertop with clips and adhesives. Before we discuss the details of installing your undermount sink on a granite countertop let s first go through the general ideas of the project. Undermount sinks look good with granite countertops it adds a modern look to your bathroom or kitchen while simplifying countertop cleanup.

Undermount sinks install beneath the counter and add a streamlined look and feel to your kitchen counter. Replacing and updating an undermount sink is a simple way to add extra style to your kitchen or bath. We ll walk you through how to remove an old undermount sink and install a new one. Step 4 drill holes with the undermount sink in place mark the potions where the holes need to be drilled on the granite countertop.

Wipe around the bottom edge of the countertop that will contact the lip of the sink with a clean rag and acetone. Scrape off leftover caulking on the sink and the underside of the granite countertop using a putty knife. Insert undercounter mount sink clips into the existing holes in the granite. Prepare and cut the countertop chose the location for the bathroom or kitchen sink installation which may be dictated by the location of the water supply lines and other plumbing fixtures in the room.

The rim of the sink will sit below the granite countertop if it s the correct size. Measure the hole for the sink. Insert the undermount sink into the hole in the granite. The easiest way is to turn the sink upside down and trace the outline directly on the countertop with a pencil.

Gravity moisture and the vibration of a garbage disposal create a shocking amount of stress on an under mount sink installation so make sure the fabricator you hire for your granite or quartz project uses clips rails or brackets instead of a shortcut. Loosely screw the machine screws into the brass threaded insets using a screwdriver.