guinda
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« on: May 17, 2007, 08:42:34 PM » |
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Hi Mark,
I had a granite bathroom counter made. There will be a vessel sink and one piece faucet so I didn't need a sink cut out, just 2 holes. I gave the fabricator the rings that will be used to anchor the sink and the faucet. We just brought the counter home and I dry-fitted everything. All is fine except-the faucet hole is just a tiny bit too small. My fault, I should have given them the faucet to go by instead of the anchor ring. Any way, do you have any suggestions for me to make the hole bigger? It's a long trip to take the counter back to have them enlarge the hole, and the counter is big and heavy.
Second question: the counter will be put on top of cabinets with a plywood surface; I see here that you recommend silicone caulking to glue it to the wood. My husband talked to a "guy" who claims to have been a granite installer. This guy told him to be sure to use the 2 part adhesive made for granite installation. What's the real deal?
Thanks for your help - Guin
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Mark D.
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« Reply #1 on: May 18, 2007, 06:20:02 AM » |
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You never said how big the hole is and how big you need it to be, but if you give me that info I will solve that problem for you.
The 2 part glue the "guy" your husband spoke to is talking about is either an epoxy or a polyester resin, which are both used extensively on granite. The former for laminations (it can also be used for seams though) and the latter for seams. However for installation no company I know uses either for the adhesive between the stone and the substrate. Use 100% clear silicone and it will be fine.
Remember that even if the silicone magically disappeared the slab is not going to fall up...
Glad to be of service,
Mark
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guinda
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« Reply #2 on: May 18, 2007, 09:46:44 AM » |
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The hole is 1 1/4". It is just a hair or two too small. I was wondering if I could just file it or something.
If it needs to be re-cut, I will take it back and have the fabricator do it. 1 3/8" should be plenty big.
Thanks so much for the info.
Guin
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Mark D.
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« Reply #3 on: May 18, 2007, 09:58:04 AM » |
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Is the counter granite slab or granite tiles?
Mark
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guinda
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« Reply #4 on: May 18, 2007, 11:08:22 AM » |
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It's a 68" x 21" slab - 3 cm thick( 1 1/4"). No sink cut out, just 2 holes. One hole in the center, 2" diameter. One hole, 3 inches from the wall edge, 1 1/4" diameter (this is the one that is slightly too small). The counter has not been installed yet.
Guin
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« Reply #5 on: May 18, 2007, 11:20:28 AM » |
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You are not going to be able to chisel or file it. Either get a diamond core drill to cut it to the correct size or call the installer and have them do it. If you are doing it yourself we have the product, just ask.
Glad to be of service,
Mark
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guinda
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« Reply #6 on: May 21, 2007, 03:06:10 PM » |
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I did it! I enlarged the hole with a 1 3/8" diamond core bit, and it came out perfect. I was so surprised. On now to glueing the counter and backsplash. (100% silicone caulking)
I know the professionals hate amateurs trying to do their work, but I am so thrilled at how this is coming out; thanks so much for your help - Guin
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« Reply #7 on: May 21, 2007, 07:18:16 PM » |
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Guin,
I hope you got the bit from us at least.
Stone is easy to work if you have the right tools and take your time.
Glad to be of service,
Mark
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