Fix those granite chips!
coolbeansw
13 years ago
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granite installed and i found a chip along the wall:(
Comments (31)anyone who has install knowledge please let me know what you think. i was antiundermount for 3 reasons, sink failure, 33" base cab is too small for a good size sink and would have to be cut into to make the sink fit and concern about chipping the sink edge. trebruchet has advised that chips are fixable so i guess i am ok with that hot button. however when i discussed undermount failure with the installers, they assured me that they use silicone and a mechanical support to ensure the sink won't fall. i looked under the sink today with a flashlight(after the plumber hooked upmthe faucet) and the flange to the right of the sink is resting on the sides of the sink base and possibly the adjacent cab but on the other side i only see 2 shims on either end of the sink. is that sufficient to support that side? it is possible there is some other support i can't see but i am doubtful as the sink is too large for the base and the bowls are very close to each side of the cabinet. thanks all! ps the sales rep said the owner would call me yesterday and no call yet. not feeling like customer service is a priority....See Morechip in granite?
Comments (5)a good guy that knows his stuff can make most chips disappear... I have been using the Plexus System since January of this year, and it has worked REALLY well for me on most cases. It's a UV activated glue that is clear, and takes on the color of the surrounding stone. It is not appropriate for ALL chips, but for most - it works great, and the glue polishes better than epoxy (IMHO) If your Fabricator is experienced and knowledgable - you should be fine hth kevin...See MoreExpensive Granite Install - Chips and Seam Very Noticeable
Comments (65)I'm wondering if this is Chinese Black Galaxy that has been dyed. It looks white on the cut edge and the scratches appear to show white, so it stands to reason polishing the scratches would expose more white. See this thread. The advice here is don't buy it if it's Chinese. http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2589187/black-galaxy-granite-opinions...See MoreEasiest way to fix chip in quartz?
Comments (23)I am a fabricator. We have been doing a 1/16" (i.e. positive overhang) for 20+ years. We do it that way, even tho it requires some additional work in the office, because, in my opinion it looks better, is easier to clean (no sink ledge) and it masks the caulk joint between the countertop material and the sink. The cutout dimensions provided by the sink manufacturer invariably exposes the sink rim, sometimes as much as 3/4". An engineer at Kohler once explained to me that an overhang can theoretically be deemed unacceptable by an inspector since the applicable building code(s) usually has some language prohibiting "hidden" areas in the food prep area so the OEM's always have a negative reveal. In thousands of jobs over more than 2 decades we've never had an issue with our cutouts....See Moreellendi
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