Granite Kitchen Sink

Here’s what you need to check after the installation of your Granite countertops is complete. We go over seams, sink cutouts and other important aspects of the countertop.

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The tops will cost about 2000.00 and the sink another 200.

Kitchens and bathrooms are the #1 selling point of any home. Always upgrade whenever possible.

Here are some examples of pairing natural stone countertops with various sink options.

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Thank you who have answered. Details: The current sink is a stainless steel undermount sink, standard size; faucet and handles are mounted in the granite. I want to install a copper or bronze sink. Can’t cut the granite. The granite is seamed at the back and at the front of the counter. Thank you!

The problem with changing a sink, even if it is “standard size” is that there are many small variations from manufacturer to manufacturer. The granite may no longer match the outlines of the new sink. (corner radius may differ slightly.) If you’re set on a new sink, try to get the same manufacturer, some offer different materials in the same style sink. Now we’re getting really tricky because the ganite is seamed right at the sink. Those “arms” that reach out to the sink from either side are the weakest spot. If you’re not careful, you may break them off when trying to cut the seal between the sink and granite. I’m assuming that the sink was sealed with silicone when it was installed.
What you’re going to have to do is:
remove the faucet
remove ALL the plumbing from under that sink (clearance issues when removing)
remove the sink clips
cut the silicone seam
pull out the sink
reverse the process

Some things to think about, #1 The sink may not fit between the cabinet doors. As a granite installer for years, I’m surprized at the number of times the sink will not fit in the doors, the only way to install it was drop it in from above and then put the granite in place on top. This happens a lot. #2 possiblility, the sink may be resting on the cabinet frame, in that case, the top has to be removed before the sink can be taken out. #3 there may not be enough room to fit your hands under the sink to cut the silicone seal. This then has to be done from above. Easier, but still have to think about it.
Good Luck!

Bob Schmidt shows you some of the things you need to know when making countertop templates for your kitchen remodeling project.

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I have a black composite granite sink. It seems to have lost it’s luster. It’s black, just not dark. It kind of looks like it’s grey it some parts. What can I put on it to make it look good again. It looks GREAT when it’s wet, but when it dries, it doesn’t look nice at all. this is a pic of the sink…

http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=300870-1475-SGR3322-1&lpage=none

This is going to be a bit tough. What you need to know is “composite granite” is granite chips carried in epoxy. This is not a honed & polished granite product. The shine came from the epoxy.

You could try polishing it with a little automobile rubbing compound.

Also, Wesley’s makes a spirit wax that I have had some luck with.

This is a test I performed on a sample of the material that a Blanco Silgranit Sink is made of. The results were remarkable!

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A magnificent blend of traditional and contemporary themes, Harmony sinks embody simplicity yet resonate sophistication. The new Harmony e-granite sinks are non-porous, heat resistant, and UV resistant to prevent fading.

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It is like 3 years old, it has a rather large garbage disposal unit hung on it also (So every Thanksgiving the wife won’t clog the disposal..haha).

Look under the countertop and see how the sink is attached. Some installers use adhesive and others use wood strips with screws. You may have to reapply an adhesive if that is what is failing.

Granite fastening system

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