Installation of the sink in the countertop

It is impossible to imagine a kitchen without a sink. The sink - this integral attribute in the kitchen is designed to wash dishes when cooking dishes. Even if a person works a lot and he has no time to cook, still a sink in the kitchen is needed. Wash vegetables and fruits, cook aromatic coffee or spend an evening with friends over a cup of herbal tea - you still have to wash the dishes. For these purposes, a sink in the kitchen serves.

You can install the sink in the countertop yourself. To do this, you do not need to have special skills and have a special tool. But it is worth considering that in any business, when installing the sink, there are nuances. First, we find out what kind of shells exist.

Types of kitchen sinks

There are many options for sinks for the kitchen. They may differ in shape, material and type of insert.

To choose the right sink that will be in harmony with the interior of the kitchen, consider the main aspects:

1. Depth and size. This will depend not only on the desire of the owners, but also of opportunities. If the kitchen is small, then installing a massive sink (2 or 3 bowls) will not work. The ideal option for a small kitchen is a corner sink. It can consist of 1 or 2 cups of rectangular shape. They can be located with each other or at an angle. Such a sink is a wonderful decision to use the space in the corner. With a corner shell, the kitchen will look more compact.
2. When choosing a washing, it is necessary to take into account the depth of the bowl. The sink should not be too small (the exception is a small kitchen). Not only cups, forks and plates will wash in it, but also more overall dishes - pans, pots and other kitchen utensils. Too deep shell will be inconvenient for low people - you will have to constantly lean down. A small bowl - it may also not fit, because dishes will not be placed in it. The perfect depth is from 160 to 200 mm. Such a sink is comfortable and roomy.
3. The form can be different. In the presence of a variety of modern materials, any imagination can be realized into reality. Do you want an exclusive sink in the form of a heart? Now this is not a problem, just keep in mind that it will be more difficult to care for a sink with bends. Let's get back to the classics - this is a square and rectangular sink. The palm of the championship this season is held by oval and round models. They look compact and stylish. Less commonly, you can find kitchen sinks with a triangular bowl. When choosing a model, it is worth considering the fact that each of them will be responsible for convenience. So, the round sink of the same volume as the square will look more compact and more spacious. It will organically look in any interior.
4. The number of bowls. The sink can have a standard 1 bowl or several (up to 3). Your option will tell your option, your intuition, the size of the kitchen and financial capabilities. Keep in mind that a good sink made of high-quality materials with 2 or 3 bowls will cost more than a standard model with 1 bowl. Such a sink is more convenient and more functional than standard. A sink with 3 bowls will become a working center in your kitchen. This model has 2 large bowls, and between them - 1 small. Naturally, such a sink in a spacious kitchen will look harmonious. This model is chosen by housewives, who love often and cook a lot.
5. Material. The choice will depend on the family budget and the style of your kitchen. For example, the sink of stainless steel is harmoniously fit into the interior of the kitchen made of composite materials, and in a strict classic kitchen or in the style of Provence - metal, ceramic or sinks made of stone. Popular sinks are made of stainless steel with spraying with porcelain stoneware. For example, the sink itself can be made of high -quality steel, and the coating - made of natural stone. The ideal version of such a sink is an nickelled pomp from granite. By the way, artificial stone is also used as the upper coating. You can also find sinks made of glass and acrylic.
6. By the method of installing washing under the countertop, can be hinged, overhead and mortise. Hinged sinks are extremely rare, since they are more suitable for communal apartments, cafes, restaurants and other public institutions. For personal use, metal and overhead sinks are installed, since they are considered more reliable and harmoniously fit into the modern kitchen interior. The crafty washing speaks for itself - it is installed inside the prepared tabletop, and the invoice is simply “put on” on top of the kitchen cabinet. By the way, for those who do not plan to change furniture in the kitchen, the patch washing is just suitable.
7. The location of the mixer - this issue must be solved immediately, since the crane can be placed in the sink itself or separately from it. A popular washing option when the mixer is located in the sink itself. Decide in advance and what shape your mixer will be, as well as with the presence of other devices in the kitchen - a filter for water and a waste grinder.

When choosing a sink, you should also pay attention to strength. It should withstand temperature changes, possible attacks and the effects of chemicals (detergents). You can find out if the sink is high -quality, right in the store. Take a small magnet and attach it to the sink. If it is made of high -quality material, the magnet will “sit” tightly, and if the steel is poor -quality - even with the slightest fluctuation, it will fall. Based on this, you can draw a corresponding conclusion - a stainless steel washing - this is an ideal option for the kitchen. It is simply installed and easily maintained.

Instruments for installation

It is necessary to prepare such a set of materials and tools for installing washing in the countertop:

• sink;
• electric drill with a set of drills;
• lobby (manual or electric);
• paper tape with a sticky edge;
• marker (you can use a pencil);
• a sheet of dense cardboard;
• screwdriver and screws;
• sealant.

Now let's look at the main working moments.

This plan will help you navigate in the work and not miss anything:

1. Installation of the sink in the countertop begins with a choice. Buy a suitable model.
2. The next step is to cut a hole in the countertop under the sink.
3. Processing of lines with sealant.
4. Fastening regulation.
5. Carrying with the inside.

How to install a sink in a countertop

Let's start with the main thing - the selection of the sink. After determining the type of shell and its size, it is advisable to independently choose the product. This will help to avoid such unpleasant moments as deformation (it can significantly affect the installation).

The sink installation can be made in different ways: sliding and simple. The first suggests the presence of special grooves on the sink and the cabinet itself. They are located on the side of the sink and facade. To fasten the sink to the cabinet, there should also be special holes on it. After assembling the furniture, it is necessary to “put” the sink in the hole so that the grooves come together. That's all, now it remains to connect the mixer and other devices.

This is the easiest and most affordable way to install washing in a countertop, which is actually rarely realized, since you can meet with such a moment as the mismatch of the grooves. As a result, it will not work to firmly fix the sink. Therefore, consider the second, common option for installing the sink, when it is necessary to cut it into the countertop.

How to cut a countertop under the sink

Often, when installing the washing, you can encounter a moment as cutouts of the countertop. This work is responsible, therefore it is better to familiarize yourself with the nuances in advance.  The washing is sold in packaging from cardboard. Open it carefully, because its inner part of the packaging is a template for inserting the sink into the countertop. Arm yourself with scissors and cut the cardboard along the contour.

How to cut the sink into the countertop correctly:

1. Take the template and put it on the countertop. Level it and decide on the place. It is important that nothing interferes with both the installation itself and the further operation of the sink.

2. Take paper tape, fix the template on the surface.
3. Circle it with a pencil or marker so that during the work of the jigs, the line is not erased.
4. It is more convenient to cut the hole in the countertop with an electric jigsaw. To work more conveniently, first make several initial holes, so the blade will freely go into these holes.

5. In order not to damage the countertop, it is advisable to protect the working area with a painting tape.
6. Work with a jigsaw slowly. It is better not to rush, because the saw can deviate to the side and it turns out to be a scythe.
7. You can protect the cut with a water -repellent silicone sealant. After processing with silicone, you need to wait until the edges are completely dried.

8. It often happens that it is necessary to cut the right hole for installing the sink not only in the upper part of the countertop (cover itself), but also internal partitions. Try to do this as accurately as possible not to damage the structure.
9. During operation, periodically apply the template - if everything is fine, you can try on the sink.
10. If the sink came up, it can be fixed thoroughly. We collect completely the sink (install the siphon, connect the mixer). To install the mixer in the sink itself, it is necessary to drill a hole.
11. We fix the mixer and connect it to communications.
12. Special attention - fasteners. A standard fastener can be sold in the kit with the sink, which will not cope with its task. Therefore, if you hold plastic parts in your hands, put them aside. We will need metal mounts. The car wash to the countertop can be purchased separately. Better buy more fasteners in advance.

13. After the sink is installed on the fasteners, check your work again. Perhaps you will need to pull the sink to the countertop so that it is tightly fixed. To do this, bend the fasteners (“crocodiles”) to form an acute angle.
14. Sink tension. When she is well attracted to the countertop, you will see droplets of silicone. Remove them immediately with a clean rag. There is no point in attracting fasteners more, since if you overdue, then the thread can be disrupted and ruined all the work.
15. Count of countertops - immediately after installing the sink, it is necessary to remove the remains of the silicone from the counterattack from the countertop. If you miss the time and hesitate for at least 10 minutes, then it will begin to harden and it will be very difficult to remove it.

Important: if you have already cut the sink into the countertop, then do not rush to install it right away. First, mount the mixer, because then this part of the work will do inconvenient.

How to install a sink in the countertop - watch the video:

Other Methods of Moika installation

If you bought a sink, it can be set by the above method or at a level with a countertop. This type of installation of the sink is considered time -consuming and requires a certain experience, since the top layer will have to be removed from the countertop.

In the case when it is decided to set the sink below the surface level (under the countertop) then this stage of work will not work independently - you will have to invite a specialist. For work, you will need a special tool - a saw with diamond spraying or a jigsaw. Moikas are attached to a special glue. Such installation is acceptable for expensive models of sinks made of artificial or natural stone.

  What else you need to know

If you want to cope with the installation of washing yourself, consider these recommendations:

1. Instead of rubber seals (included in the kit), it is better to use silicone colorless sealant. It will provide a more tight fit and fill each crack. In addition, he has a longer service life.
2. It is better to install sinks made of stone with an assistant, so as not to accidentally drop a heavy sink.
3. Try to attach the sink to the countertop not with a screwdriver, but manually to control the pressure.