Sinks for granite countertops can be installed in one of two ways.
Replace undermount sink in granite countertop.
Undermount sinks install beneath the counter and add a streamlined look and feel to your kitchen counter.
Installing an undermount sink from under an attached countertop when replacing or re installing a sink begin by shutting off the water supply disconnecting all faucet and pipe fittings and removing the old sink.
We currently have drop in sinks.
Align the sink with the perimeter of the sink opening in the countertop.
I m wondering can you replace the drop in sink with an undermount sink without replacing the granite.
Obviously i know the sink would have to be the same size as the drop in or larger.
When a granite and quartz installer fails to use a mechanical sink attachment like clips rails or brackets to secure the sink to the countertop silicone adhesive is generally the method.
Detach any old sink brackets and remove old epoxy with adhesive remover and a scraper.
Overmounted sinks are inserted from above and have flanges around the rim of the sink that keep it from falling through the hole cut in the granite.
We have granite countertops in our kitchen bathrooms.
Replacing and updating an undermount sink is a simple way to add extra style to your kitchen or bath.
If silicone was used to glue down your under mount sink then you have another problem.
Tighten the clamps until the sink fits snug but not tight against.
Can the sink be replaced without ruining the granite countertop.
I have an undercounter mount sink with granite countertop.
If the sink cannot be replaced i will have to replace about 30 linear feet of granite plus about 18 feet of backsplash that ranges from 15 inches to 24 inches high.
Always keep in mind that if you really want to replace the undermount sink make sure you are ready for the possibility that the granite countertop might break and that you are willing and able to replace it should that happen.
Disconnect the garbage disposal.
Here are the top 3 problems with undermount sinks and how to avoid them.
Sink delamination and failure.
Apply silicone adhesive around the top edge of the sink.