Installing a Drop-In Kitchen Sink
If you are just replacing the sink and not the countertops, you need to make sure that the new sink is the same size or larger. Remove all old silicone caulk residue with either acetone or denatured alcohol. If you don’t remove the old stuff the new stuff won’t stick.
You will need:
caulk gun, spud wrench, screwdriver, sink, sink frame, plumber’s putty or silicone caulk, mounting clips, jigsaw, pen or pencil
Ok, let’s get started!!!
Step1. Turn the sink upset down and trace around the edges so you have a reference for making the sink cutout cutting lines, they will be parallel to the outlines, but 1″ inside of them to create a 1″ ledge.
Step2. Drill a starter hole and cut out the opening with a jigsaw. Cut right next to the line. The opening doesn’t have to be perfect because the sink’s flange fits over the cutout.
Step3. Do your best to attach as much of the plumbing as you can before you set the sink. It’s much easier to do it now then after it is installed.
Step4. Apply a bead of silicone caulk around the edges of the sink opening. Since the sink flange won’t be flat, try and apply the caulk in the area that will touch the flange.
Step5. Insert the sink. Do your best to get the sink centered right away so the caulk doesn’t get disturbed because that can break the seal around it.
Now that does it. I hope this has been a helpful tool. Have fun installing!!!
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