STEP 5:
Turn counter top over to its bottom side. Place sink on opening to check fit. Notice
wherever the sink is sitting. Level this area within 1/16" of the under-cutting
groove.
STEP 6:
Replace sink and line up evenly to the opening Remember all sides of the sink should have
equal reveals.
STEP 7:
After the sink is correctly positioned, use a pencil to trace around the outer perimeter
of the sink. This reference mark will indicate if any change occurred in the position
while applying the stopping blocks.
STEP 8:
Apply 6 . 8 little wood blocks onto the counter top tightly against the sink perimeter,
with the use of hot glue. Remove sink and clean area thoroughly.
STEP 9:
Set up clamping system. Remember I clamp or all-thread per drain,
STEP 10:
Use a caulking gun and 100% silicone, NO LATEX Latex does not expand and contract at the
same rate as solid surface and does not give you the same flexibility as silicone. Apply a
1/4" x 1/4" continuous bead of silicone 1/2" back from inside edge of sink.
Careful not to smear silicone or slide sink into position, This may cause a gap 'in the
bonding area and may even separate over time. Always apply the sink in a straight down
fashion, and clamp lightly.
STEP 11:
After clamping, cut some solid surface pieces about I" x 3" x 1/2". For
stainless steel sinks, you need 2 - 3 per side. For thicker flanges, such as porcelain or
cast iron, you need to double stack in an overlapping "z" formation. In other
words, one against the sink flange and one overlapping (but touching) the flange. This
will act as a back up and/or double support. To attach pieces to counter top, mix up 2 oz
of glue for single layers, and 4 oz for double layers. Do not glue any pieces 'in the
possible faucet area! This will cause a problem for the plumber later on. Now, pour half
dollar size spots of glue onto the counter top, only where the piece is to be positioned.
Place piece flatly onto the glue overlapping the flange of the stainless steel sink. For
the thicker flange models, use the same spot of glue, but place the first piece against
the flange. Then pour another spot on top of the first piece and apply the second piece
overlapping the flange. Overlap all flanges on all sinks by no more than I", and try
not to get any glue onto the sink itself Both of these tips will make it easier to remove
the sink in the future for any reason.
STEP 12:
For heavy sink models, you should let silicone set up for almost 24 hours, while lighter
models, 12 hours should suffice. The best advise for this type of application is to
completely finish the counter top, then attach sink last.
