Cut the sink into the kitchen tops tabletop - the event is not as simple as it might seem. It's not just how it will be installed, the main thing is how to cut it right? It is necessary to understand that the wrong tie-in can lead to the fact that because of the leakage of water under the edges of the sink over time, the countertop itself will become wet, increase in volume and deform. Therefore, the service life of the countertop largely depends on the correct installation of the sink.
First of all, when buying a sink, be sure to find out where it is attached. The fact is that the proposed fastener for sinks is not only of different configurations, but also of different quality. Therefore, immediately understand, will this type of fastener securely fasten exactly "your" washing, and not a sink at all. In other words, the fastener is selected individually for each washing model.
The first stage - marking
Determine the place on the countertop under the sink. A sink should not rest against a wall, be on the very edge. But most importantly - by its position it should provide convenience in use. Turn over the sink, lay it on the countertop and outline the contour. This is done with a pencil, the traces of which are then easily erased. After that, measure the distance from the edge of the sink to the lashing eyes. The same distance we recede from the line of the outlined contour into it. According to the obtained marks, we designate a new contour-the inner one. We will cut out the resulting "internal" figure, in order to install a car wash instead.
The second stage - cutting the table top
We cut an unnecessary part of the countertop under the sink. It is better to make it an electric jigsaw, but you can also use an ordinary hacksaw with subsequent trimming of the edges. In order to insert the canvas into the countertop, it is necessary to drill a hole inside the contour, closer to the line. If the canvas does not fit, the hole must be widened. After that, we begin to saw along the contour line.
When sawing, pay attention to the fact that the decorative coating of the counter did not experience too much pressure, saw carefully, otherwise a lot of chips are formed on the front surface. However, that's exactly what happened when I first cut the carpet myself.
The third stage - we process the edges
We process from the end of the edge of the place "drank".This is done with a file, sandpaper. After leveling the edges of the hole, the entire end is lubricated with silicone sealant. Try to smear sealants the entire line of the cut, this is necessary to protect the countertop against possible water ingress.
On how well this stage of work on the side of the sink is performed, the life of the countertop depends to a large extent. Then we put on the sink fixing, and install a special tape from the kit;while leaving room for silicone filling.
Fourth step - insert the sink in the
countertop. After the silicone has been poured into the prepared groove, bending the fastening parts, insert the assembled assembly into the prepared hole. The planting of the sink must be dense, if necessary, turn it slightly. And, finally, carefully tighten all the installed fasteners.
It only remains to remove the "caked" silicone when tightened and allow it to dry. Everything, we independently cut the sink into the countertop, and it can be used.
