If the countertop doesn't have a precut hole to hold the sink basin you'll have to cut one, and the difficulty of this task varies, depending on the countertop material. Wood, laminate and cultured marble or solid surface countertops are relatively easy to cut with a jigsaw. But you'll...
Undermount sinks tend to fair better because the splashed water tends to flow directly into the sink. Notice the damage to the plywood beneath the countertop. Toilet Mold Growth Issues Failed toilet seal While not an indoor air quality concern, failed toilet seals can cause significant wood rot....
Easier to clean– In the same way that undermount sinks are easier to clean and don’t leave a dirt residue along the sink lines on the counter top, farmhouse style sinks are undermount, so it’s easy to wipe the counter tops directly into the sink without a mess. Provides a feeling o...
Most quartz countertops are made with slabs, which range in thickness, have various edge styles, and can support an undermount sink. You can also find quartz tiles and install these over an existing countertop, but your selection is more limited than with slabs. ...
If the sink is an undermount type, unfasten the screws holding it to the countertop. While someone supports the sink, remove the brackets underneath the sink. Use a flat chisel to remove the caulk that acts as a seal between the countertop and sink. The sink should come out easily once ...