How Do You Install Undermount Granite Sinks?
Granite sinks are beautiful, and undermount sinks give a clean line to the counter. The combination is not only a wonderful addition to your kitchen but also easy to clean and maintain. However, the granite sink is heavy—very heavy—and if not properly supported, you can have a disaster on your hands down the road. The best method is to have professional granite countertop installers install the sink before they install the entire counter. But if the counter is already in place, there is a way to install the sink with a worry-free future. Clean the areas of the sink and countertop that will be sealed together. Brush them off with a wire brush and then clean with a rag or sponge and denatured alcohol. It is important to clean this area well, or the adhesive will not adhere well. Measure around the underside lip of the sink. Use these measurements to build two frames with 2-by-4 inch lumber. One frame will go right under the sink and one will go at the bottom of your cabinet. Make sur
