Cutting Countertop For Drop In Sink

Cutting a sink opening into a countertop can seem intimidating but it s straightforward.

Cutting countertop for drop in sink.

Also known as a self rimming sink a drop in sink has a rim that rests on the countertop and this rim supports the weight of the sink because you simply lower this sink into a hole cut in the countertop installation is relatively straightforward. Set the depth on your circular saw to 1 8 in 0 32 cm deeper than the countertop. These sinks have a rim that rests on top of the counter s surface. When you purchase a new sink there s always instructions and a template that comes with it.

The sink basin drops straight into the countertop cut out and the perimeter lip holds everything in place. A drop in sink has a visible lip around its perimeter that rests flat on the countertop. The basin is not covered by cabinets. Besides slower cutting the price you pay for using a rotary cutter is that you might run through two or three blades per sink cut out.

Extra cutting tool blades. To cut a hole for a sink it s easiest to use a jigsaw which allows for great control. Cutting laminate countertop for sink how to cut laminate countertops diy how we cut out a hole in our new laminate countertop from lowes for our kitchen. Much easier than an undermount installation.

Measure the thickest part of the countertop and set your saw to just a bit deeper than that thickness. The countertop will probably be the same thickness everywhere. Don t cut around the marked line because it will be too wide and the sink will fall through. There are numerous ways to create a straight rigid edge.

If your sink doesn t come with a template or if you bought a good looking closeout sale sink without a box you can make your own by laying the sink on the countertop making sure the sink is positioned evenly and tracing around the edges with a pencil. Drop in sinks are also called top mount or self rimming sinks. Farmhouse sinks or apron sinks have an exposed front and a deep basin. Drop ins are secured by hidden metal clips under the countertop as well as a bead of silicone caulk under the sink s edge.

This how i cut the countertop for this drop in apron farm sink. Turning the sink upside down on the countertop and tracing around it gives you the rough perimeter.