Fitting a sink

The range of sinks is enormous. However, once you have chosen one, the rest is no problem at all.

Instructions

The range of sinks is enormous. At least the available water connections save you having to choose the basic size of the sink and the arrangement of the drainboard. The subsequent installation is then a piece of cake.

1. The sink is normally inserted directly into the work surface – ideally before the top is fitted because this makes the following steps easier. The fitting also plays an important part in determining the correct position. If there is no cutout in the sink, you will have to saw another hole in the worktop.

2. Place the sink upside down in position on the worktop and mark the contours. Important: Move the cutting line for the jigsaw inwards by the width of the rim. Make sure that the work surface is the right way round before you start cutting out. Drill a hole with a diameter of ten millimetres in each corner of the cutout and start the jigsaw here. Saw carefully because the worktop can easily break out at the thin positions.

3. Apply a suitable sealant (e.g. silicone) before installing the basin on the cutting surfaces. This later prevents moisture from penetrating and the worktop from swelling.