Replace Sink Under 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.

Replace sink under granite countertop. Detach the nuts holding the sink to the bolts on the granite countertop s underside with a wrench. If silicone was used to glue down your under mount sink then you have another problem. Can the sink be replaced without ruining the granite countertop. Apply silicone adhesive around the top edge of the sink.

Regardless of the mounting you can remove a sink from your granite countertop on your own but you ll need to be patient and careful to protect the stone. 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. My backsplash is also granite and behind the stovetop. Align the sink with the perimeter of the sink opening in the countertop.

I have removed many kitchen sinks from under granite generally they have bolts epoxy d on very thin metal tabs and caulked in around the to under the lip of the granite which is easily cut by starting a small spot then either using a sharpened scraper or easier using a diamond cable with one person on top one under pulling other yielding goes pretty fast. Consult the sink s manual for specific fastener types and. Sinks for granite countertops can be installed in one of two ways. Tighten the clamps until the sink fits snug but not tight against.

Ashlee and cody walk through how to remove an old. Either overmounted or undermounted based on how they attach to the granite.