Installing A Top Mount Kitchen Sink

Undermount sinks install to the bottom of the countertop.

Installing a top mount kitchen sink.

Installation of a new faucet and other components is easier if it is done when you are installing a new sink since you can easily access the hardware with the sink out of the countertop. Knock out the faucet holes on the granite sink. How to install a stainless top mount sink 1. Lift it out again once it has been determined that the sink.

We re installing a drop in sink but an under mount sink is simple to install as well. Position the sink s cutting template on the surface of the counter. Measure if your new top is stone a countertop installer is going to measure the cabinets and sink to create a custom top. Hold the sink vertically with the top facing away from you.

Use epoxy to attach the clips to the underside of the sink and the bolt stems to the underside of the counter. After using a straightedge to connect the marks you ll end up with a rectangular. Set the sink on a flat surface with the. Both front and rear edges of the template should.

The plan for this project is to remove the old sink and countertop prep the cabinet install the new sink set the new counters then install the faucet and connect the plumbing. Mark the counter s back edge to center the sink within its cabinet. Check the underside of the counter for cabinet clearance. Mark the cut lines onto the counter.

Center the sink over the hole and trace an outline. Confirm clearance on all sides under the countertop before installing the sink. Watch how to properly replace a kitchen sink. Flip the countertop so the underside is facing up.

Installers place the sink in the cabinet underneath the sink opening before applying the adhesive. Look for any obstruction that can interfere with plumbing. Cut a sink opening. Install any sink clips below the counter if the sink s installation calls for them.

Installing the sink 1. Position sink mounting clips at each corner and at 10 inch intervals along the sides. After applying the silicone adhesive. Kitchen sink installation in 8 steps measure and mark the kitchen sink s layout.