Countertop options for undermount sink
alg1026
16 years ago
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Pix/feedback: undermount sinks & laminate counters + faucet ?
Comments (0)DH and I have settled on Basalt Slate laminate as the most affordable and attractive option for the counter that will hold our sink. We're happy with that decision, except I would love to have an undermount counter. I'm hoping some of you who have used systems such as Counter-Seal or Karran can share your pictures and experiences. Specifically, I'd like to see what the inside edge of the laminate counter looks like. Have you been happy with the system? How long have you had it, and would you choose something different next time? Additional question: I've found what I think is a good price on a dark-colored Silgranite sink that would blend in with the Basalt Slate counter. (If I have to have a drop-in sink, then at least it won't stand out.) However, the faucet can only be put on the back corner of the sink. Our sink will be a single bowl, about 24", centered under our kitchen window. Do you think it would be weird to have the gooseneck faucet off the the side - essentially beside the cabinets - rather than centered at the middle of the sink and the window? Thank you for your help. I did searches; unfortunately, I can't pull up any of the threads that might help. Hopefully that's a temporary problem with the site repairs; but, just in case it's not temporary, I thought I'd get my question out there....See Morelaminte counter with undermount sink?
Comments (4)Mine is whatever material Karran is. It's ivory not white. Contrary to some of the comments on the duplicate post on same topic, I've not had any problems with the sink and laminate counters. I encountered the same kind of naysayers when I was considering this sink. I went ahead anyway based on the fact my contractor has had positive experience with Karran. Some friends of ours just built a new lake cabin and they also got an undermounted sink with laminate counters. They've had it about a year without any problems....See MoreUndermount sink w/wood countertops?
Comments (39)We are getting ready to refinish our wood counter tops. They are over 10 years old and received no maintenance during that time. Except for heavy wear areas (i.e., the outer edge in front of the sink), all the damage is from water: dish drainers to the sides of the sink, the path between the sink and the dishwasher, around the faucet (which has a very small leak), and where the counter meets the sink. The latter two have mildew rot. Notice that the sink is smaller than the cutout in the counter, leaving a lip for water to accumulate (the hole was cut using a template included with the sink - they probably use larger holes today). I would agree with riverspots and andersons: had we given it regular maintenance (recaulk, recoat, and replace faucet gaskets every 2-3 years) it is possible that it wouldn't need to be refinished now. Note that, to maintain the appearance, you have to recoat BEFORE the finish cracks. If afterwards, you'll have to settle with the visible defect or refinish the entire counter. The butcher block counter was original finished with an indoor polyurethane. This time we will use a marine coating. And we'll find a dish drainer that doesn't get any water at all on the counter. Also, if your installing wood, try to avoid faucets that mount directly on the wood....See MoreCounter seam at undermount sink?
Comments (3)Putting a seam inthe middle of a UMS is no big deal - as long as the guy doing it knows how to do it properly. I always like to see the sink supported from underneath - either with a Sink Setter system - or wood cleats screwed to the cabinet assembly... either method will work fine - as long as you DO NOT hang the sink from the underside of the stone - in your case - using the hangar clips with a seam in the middle puts added stress at the seam - so I would not recommend using the clips alone = especially with a cast iron sink - SS yes - Cast Iron = NO !!! ask to see some of the previous examples of the work your fabricatr has done in similar instances if you are not sure - do NOT "assume" - remember that "when you do "assume" - it makes an ass out of U and an ass out of ME" LOL See things for yourself first hand and when you are satisfied - make your buying decision... hth kevin...See Morealg1026
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