Mounting for surface sink how to mount. Installing a kitchen sink - instructions, tips, videos
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Depending on what material your sink is made of (stone, stainless steel, etc.), its type and complexity of installation, you can do it yourself or with the help of specialists. Before considering the order self installation, should stop at various types and general rules installation.
Installation as a classifying feature
There are several types of kitchen sinks, and they are classified depending on the installation method. It:
Scheme of an overhead sink with a drain bowl.
- Invoice. This option provides for a method of overlaying on a cabinet, replacing the countertop with its design. I would like to note that this particular type of sink is the most simple and affordable, their installation will not require you to perform complex manipulations.
- For self-assembly overhead sinks are most suitable. Installing one with your own hands is not difficult at all. But of the minuses, one can note the insufficient thickness and the presence of gaps between the cabinet and the product.
- Mortise. The name is due to the design - they cut directly into the countertop. The advantages of mortise sinks include their higher hygiene. It is also possible to install such a sink in an independent way.
- Integrated. A feature of this type of sink is the level of the side. It can be above, below or at the edge of the countertop. It is difficult to cope with such an installation on your own, since before proceeding with the installation, it is necessary to carry out special preparation of the countertop. The disadvantages of such sinks include complex installation and more expensive cost. To install it qualitatively, it is better to contact specialists.
- Undertable. Its installation is carried out in a countertop made of natural or artificial stone. The location of the sink in this case will be below the level of the countertop, at a distance equal to its thickness. Stone countertops look quite rich and beautiful. Therefore, in order not to spoil the appearance of the kitchen, seek the help of specialists.
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Recommendations of specialists for installing a sink in the kitchen and a list of necessary tools
If you decide to mount the sink with your own hands, then it will not hurt you to familiarize yourself with a few rules explaining how to properly and where to mount it, what tools and auxiliary materials use depending on what your sink is made of (stainless steel or others).
- The first is that a sink (made of stainless steel, plastic, it doesn’t matter) should never be mounted next to an oven or refrigerator.
- Secondly, the location should be close enough to the working area, since there is direct preparation for cooking (cleaning, cutting, etc.).
- And, finally, the third rule - the sink should divide the working area into parts. The first will be for the execution dirty work, the second - for clean, for example, serving.
As for the connection to the sewer and plumbing systems, today it does not affect the installation location, since modern technologies and use of new building materials easily allow you to choose any suitable location for the kitchen system.
Now about the tools that may be needed in the process. Here is their list:
- screwdrivers, preferably different;
- electric drill;
- electric jigsaw;
- drills for wood;
- pencil and ruler;
- pliers;
- sealant (silicone);
- sealant.
1 Ergonomics in the kitchen
Food preparation should be accurate and fast. This is primarily influenced by the location. kitchen furniture and technology. In accordance with the principles of ergonomics, kitchen equipment must be arranged depending on the order of work, that is, from left to right: refrigerator, Dishwasher, sink, stove, and between them work surfaces with cabinets.
The minimum distance between individual devices must be:
- 40 cm between refrigerator and sink, as well as between sink and stove,
- 40 cm between refrigerator and stove.
For right-handers, the most convenient is the placement of individual workspaces from right to left. Regarding the sink, this means that the sink should be on the right and the dryer on the left.
It is best if the sink is mounted near the connection to the water supply and sewerage system.
The drainage system at the sink is made of pipes and siphons with a diameter of 40 and 50 mm.
2 Types of sinks
When choosing a kitchen sink, you should pay attention to the following factors:
- Spaciousness. It determines the number and size of daily washed dishes.
- Functionality. It is determined by the nature of the work carried out in the kitchen, the number of additional bowls in the sink and wings for drying. If you have to carry out several personal manipulations in the sink at the same time, then these compartments will be very useful.
- Ease of use. You should be comfortable standing and working at the sink.
- Stability and durability. These parameters are determined by the material from which the sink is made.
- Combination with the interior of the kitchen. The sink must match the style, design, color scheme and, of course, the size of the entire kitchen.
In terms of installation, there are two main types of sinks:
- superimposed on the kitchen cabinet (overhead),
- built into the kitchen worktop (mortise).
When installing built-in sinks, it is necessary to accurately cut a hole in the countertop for the selected sink. In the case of chipboard, this is not a big problem, but if the countertop is made of stone, conglomerate or composite, then special cutting tools are indispensable. 
MATERIALS USED FOR THE PRODUCTION OF SINKS
Surface-mounted sinks are made of stainless or enameled steel. The two most common options appearance steel sinks - smooth and linen textured.
Mortise sinks are made from stainless steel, mineral epoxy composites and hard plastics.
Composite sinks often have a spectacular grain structure, reminiscent of polished stone. Sinks made of artificial materials can be completely monochrome. This group of kitchen accessories is characterized by its spectacular appearance and high resistance to abrasion, scratches, dents and high temperatures.
WASHING SHAPES
Steel sinks have the widest range of shapes and varieties. In addition to the usual one-bowl sinks, there are sinks with several bowls (usually 2-4), which can be both shallow and deep, with additional side dryers.
3 Installation of a surface sink
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4 Installation of a mortise sink
Mortise sinks are designed for installation in kitchen worktops.
The first step is to cut an appropriate hole in the countertop. In countertops made of wood and laminated particle boards, we cut a hole with a jigsaw on wood.
For countertops made of stone, conglomerates or composites, special devices are used when cutting holes, so this service must be ordered at the time of purchase. In this case, it is necessary to indicate the dimensions of the hole and the exact place of installation of the sink. The size of the hole for the sink is obtained by measuring the length and width of the apron on the bottom of the sink.
ATTENTION
The hole should be 0.5 cm wider and longer than the apron.
1. The apron is used for stable installation of the sink. Some sinks come with a sample sink hole that you only need to draw on the countertop.
2. Cut a hole in the countertop with a jigsaw.
3. Insert the seal under the sink, which is included with the sink.
ATTENTION
Wooden and laminated worktops must be protected from moisture after cutting the hole. We cover the edges of the cut hole abundantly with sanitary silicone. After it dries, you can proceed with the installation of the sink.
Steel sinks are fixed in the hole with clamps. The upper part of the mount is attached to the holes drilled in the sink apron. Bottom part rests on the bottom of the tabletop. Both parts are connected with a screw. Tightening the screw, clamp the mount and fix the sink in the hole.
4. After centering the sink in the hole, fasten the first fastener. We do not twist it to the end, leaving a little free.
5. In the same way, we fasten the mount located opposite.
6. In turn, carefully fasten all the fasteners.
7. The last stage of installation is to tighten all the screws in turn so that the sink rests on the countertop with its entire contour.
8. We set the mounting points for the latches in the hole cut in the countertop in accordance with the drawing attached to the product by the sink manufacturer.
9. We screw the clamps into the designated places. They can be from 6 to 12 pieces. 
10. Glue self-adhesive tape around the edges of the sink sealing tape, which, depending on the manufacturer, is included in the kit or sold separately.
11. We fix the sink by carefully inserting it into the hole in the countertop. First, the countertop will rest against the edge of the apron on the tabs of the latches.
12. We squeeze the sink in the places where the latches are mounted. The tabs will snap into place in the recesses made on the sink apron. After fixing is completed, you can proceed with the installation of the mixer and the siphon for draining.
ATTENTION
Precise latches and a precisely cut hole ensure that the sink is properly fixed.
Installing a sink in the kitchen can be implemented in several ways. The choice of method is determined by the type of sink itself, the material from which it was made, and also general design and the style of the kitchen in general or kitchen set in particular.
Some sinks can be mounted different ways, depending on what you expect to get in the end. But there are a large number of models that, due to certain nuances in their arrangement, are allowed to be installed using only one of all possible technologies. Their category includes overhead sinks and sinks with a relief side. Many types of sinks can be mounted by embedding them in the table top. At the same time, they can be attached either flush with the top board, or higher or slightly lower.
The most original and aesthetically pleasing is the last option. But it requires professionalism in execution and is used in those exceptional cases when the sink and table top are made of durable expensive material, for example, natural stone(marble, plagiogranite, onyx or calcareous tuff - travertine). recessed inside top cover The sink “exposes” a section of the rock structure, allowing you to appreciate the natural pattern of the material. Worth such a luxury big money, so this method of installation is rarely used.
Ideally, the choice of how to install a sink is made at the stage of designing the appearance and furniture filling of the kitchen. The choice of material for the top board of the table and the sink depends on the design style of the kitchen room, as well as on the material capabilities of the installer.
Overhead sink
The most common and popular model of sinks is the consignment note. It is predominantly stamped from stainless steel and built into a rectangular base or table. Covering the entire upper plane of the frame-base, such a sink plays the role of both sinks and countertops.
Installation of such a sink can easily be done by anyone. The product is attached to a special table that does not have a board-cover and a back wall.
For connection, it is most preferable to use L-shaped fasteners with an oblique slot on one part. 4 of these mounts will be enough.
Prior to assembly, it is necessary to integrate a mixer and other plumbing equipment into the sink, because after assembly these manipulations will no longer be very convenient). First, the L-shaped fasteners are applied to the inside of the base or table. The points of their application are outlined with a pencil, then self-tapping screws (self-tapping screws) are screwed in there. They are taken up to 16 mm long. After screwing in, they should protrude at least 5 mm above the pencil mark.
A layer of sealant is applied in advance to the end surface of the wooden base, which acts not only as an adhesive, but also as a protective film for rough wood. The sink is mounted on the attached screws and shifted until it is completely adjacent to the surface. The fasteners are tightened to the stop, and the protruding sealant is wiped off with a piece of rag (since its remains look ugly, and it cannot be painted). Upon completion installation work connection to the water supply and sewerage is made.
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Another mounting technology is a mortise sink. It is used if the headset in the kitchen has a solid upper surface (board), in the thickness of which an opening is cut out for placing the sink. Sinks in this case can be made not only from stainless steel, but also from any other material.
Mounting such a sink is also quite simple, although it has a number of relative difficulties when compared with the previous version. First you need to establish exactly where and what shape the cutout for the sink should be made. For this purpose, it is often enough just to turn the sink over, put it on the table top and circle around the contour. Many manufacturing companies supplement the set of sinks and accessories with special templates that make it easier to cut the opening, which is very helpful in situations where the sink has unusual shapes. The template is pressed against the board at a distance of 6-9 cm from the edge and outlined along the contour. The cutting line is marked not along the contour itself, but 1.5-2 cm deep into it, which will then provide support for the side of the sink. A hole is drilled on the marked cutting line, where the tip of a manual jigsaw is placed, with which the contour is cut.
When sawing, the table top should be fixed at the bottom, so that the sawn piece will not fall out. A layer of sealant is smeared along the contour, which prevents the penetration of moisture into the place of cutting and firmly fixes the sink. Sealant is also applied to the sink from below, after which it turns on the other side and is strongly pressed against the table cover with clamps (vises) included in one set with the sink. After that it is removed excess sealant, and all communications are connected.
The mortise sink can also be placed flush with the table top. This technology is much more complicated and requires competence in the installation of plumbing. When installed under the side of the sink, a layer of wood is planed. The depth of cut of the tree is equal to the height of the bead plus the layer of sealant. The last to fill all the joints and cracks in the structure.
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Installation below the table top
The sink can also be placed below the level of the top board of the table. This method makes it possible to minimize the number of joints, and also creates an aesthetic appearance. Often, this technology is used when the surfaces are made of expensive and unusual materials. But then the mounting process becomes very difficult, and the requirements for materials, both sinks and table tops, increase. The sink is fixed with brackets (console support structures) or screws; if stone is used as the material for the sink, then it is advisable to take self-tapping screws.
The openings for the sink are sawn using special equipment, a special device, for example, a jigsaw with diamond-coated blades. The edges of the resulting opening are scrupulously sanded and covered with a film to protect it from moisture. It is not recommended to install the sink by this method yourself, it is advisable to resort to the services of a master.
Features of installation of sinks from different types of materials
sinks from different types materials may have specific properties that should be taken into account during their installation. For example, plagiogranite sinks mostly do not have a ready-made opening for a mixer, but only a template and not completely drilled recess on the back side. To install the mixer, it is knocked out with a screwdriver (or a special chisel) and, if necessary, expands.
Sinks made from other types of stone (onyx, tuff, etc.) may also require cutting openings, so in such cases it is better to turn to professionals who have everything necessary tools. It is too difficult to cut a hole of a suitable size and shape in such sinks with your own hands.
The installer or designer must choose which method to attach the sink, guided by technological requirements and the style of the kitchen. There are a few general mounting tips that will work for all possible mounting technologies:
- Rubber seals have recently been replaced mainly by sealant. Rubber is seldom able to seal all over the surface, and its useful life is too short. Silicone sealant, due to its inherent fluidity, fills all cracks and crevices. When dried, it does not lose water resistance and adhesion properties (adhesion of the surface of dissimilar bodies) for a sufficiently long period (up to 15-20 years).
- When installing sinks made of various natural or artificial materials that can be damaged in the event of a blow or fall, you should use the help of a partner.
- When attaching the sink to wooden base or tabletop, self-tapping screws (or screws) are screwed in exclusively by hand. A drill driver (driver) can overtighten the fasteners, which will lead to inevitable deformation or even destruction of the sink due to cracks.
The sink is one of the indispensable attributes of any kitchen. It is required to the same extent as a stove (gas or electric). But installing a sink in the kitchen with your own hands is much easier than connecting a stove, if you know the basic instructions and the characteristic secrets of such work.
Different sinks are needed, different sinks are important
Indeed, kitchen sinks are produced in the widest range, from which in a specialized plumbing store "eyes run wide". Kitchen sinks can be divided into at least six categories:
- Sinks hinged, cut-in and laid on. The hinged option is now rare, it is more relevant for communal apartments and government institutions than for modern repairs. But mortise and overhead sinks compete with each other in popularity, their long-term reliability and aesthetic appeal are comparable;
- Sinks made of stainless steel alloys, chrome-plated or nickel-plated, sinks made of natural granite or artificial stoneware, acrylic and even glass (!). However, due to practicality, 90% of all models are made of stainless steel and representative porcelain stoneware.;
- Sinks angular and standard, round, oval, square, rectangular and curly. The more intricate the shape of the sink, the more difficult it is to give it impeccable cleanliness and maintain a sparkling shine on a daily basis. After all, the sink is used not for beauty in the living room, but for mundane household needs in the kitchen;
- By design, ordinary single sinks and sinks with two bowls (of the same or different sizes, the same or various shapes etc.). There are convenient models with an overflow of water from one bowl to another;
- By the location of the mixer - on the wall or on the sink itself (the first option is rare);
- According to the availability of additional options - the ability to install a water filter, taps for connecting washing machine, automatic valves for regulating the drain, additional taps for connecting garden hoses, etc.
Stainless steel sinks have gained overwhelming popularity due to their reasonable price, durable functionality, compatibility with a wide variety of repairs. kitchen area and ease of sanitation.
You can check the quality of the steel alloy of the sink right in the store - an ordinary flat magnet will stick to it very firmly, with bad steel the magnet will “fly off” at the slightest hesitation.
Granite and steel sinks are available in overhead and mortise versions, do-it-yourself installation of a sink in the kitchen is possible for both. However, we must first take care of the furniture basis of our assembly efforts.
How to assemble a sink in the kitchen - we mount the cabinet
Mortise and overhead sinks are installed in bedside tables and cabinets, with opening (less often sliding) doors in front and an empty opening in the back. The assembly of these elements of the kitchen set has its own characteristics. The fact is that they do not provide for internal bulkheads, they can interfere with the connection of sewers and water pipes. This means that there will be no additional stiffening ribs inside the cabinet. If an overhead sink is installed, even the countertop is missing, it is replaced by a steel sink panel.
The assembly of the cabinet under the sink should be much more reliable and durable than other parts of the kitchen set.. It must be installed on special linings, because. with the best tightness, water leaks are possible. The material itself will not interfere with the treatment with water-repellent compounds. Inside the nightstand, it is necessary to provide fasteners for tightening jumpers - they are installed after connecting the sink to communications for the strength of the entire structure. The jumpers themselves can be made from flat and thick planks, which will serve as additional mini-shelves inside the cabinet.
How to install an overhead sink on a cabinet - a quick guide
The overhead option for installing a kitchen sink is ordinary and “retractable”. In the latter case, the sink itself is equipped with curved slides on the side and front sides, while special grooves are provided on the nightstand. After successfully assembling the sink in the kitchen, it remains to push the sink into these grooves, move the structure against the wall - and you can connect communications.
If you use the direct version of surface mounting, you will have to seal all joints. A quality waterproof sealant combines the properties of an adhesive and a protective waterproof compound. The upper perimeter of the open pedestal is generously smeared with this composition, it remains to accurately place the sink itself on top.
A large and heavy surface sink must not be installed only on sealing adhesive!
Otherwise, one day it will fall into the cabinet along with the dishes, destroying the sewer and breaking off the water hoses under pressure. Negative impressions from such an accident will be available to both you and the neighbors below. As well as the elimination of a plumbing collapse and the repair of two rooms already from the personal budget. How to install an overhead sink on a cabinet without the danger of such an opportunity? With the help of auxiliary bars or internal crates.
It is customary to supply simple overhead sinks with additional fasteners. As such, massive bars, precisely screwed from the wrong side of the cabinet, are suitable. It is necessary to accurately mark the lower edge of the pre-installed (without glue!) Shell and build an internal crate along this line. Then the sink will rely on auxiliary bars, and not on the thin end of the nightstand. The operation is similar to hidden lathing installation, only in the final stage it is supplemented with adhesive sealing of the junction of metal and wood.
Installing a sink in the kitchen - do-it-yourself mortise installation
Before attaching a metal sink to the pedestal using a mortise method, you need to make sure that the pedestal is strong and that the entire structure can be accurately installed in the mounting opening. Experiment with the movement of the bedside table in advance - after fixing the sink, this will have to be done only once. After connecting the sewerage and water supply, the bedside table with the sink should stand “like a glove”, without distortions and vibrations.
How to install a sink in the kitchen with your own hands - a step by step diagram
Step 1: Markup
Most mortise sinks are sold with a ready-made template, it plays the role of a packaging container. It is enough to cut out such a template from cardboard and attach it to the countertop at the location of the sink - and the contour of the seat is ready.
If there is no template, you will have to make it yourself. To do this, it is better to use thick cardboard (for example, from a TV or monitor). After measuring the inside of the sink, transfer this measurement to the cardboard surface and cut off a few centimeters more. It is better to cut a piece of cardboard several times than to look for a new piece.
Step 2: Location
The proverb about the need to measure seven times before the first cut is very relevant for our work. You can move the finished template on the countertop easily and freely - until you start to cut it through. So consider how the tap will open, where the filter will be, how it will be located kitchenware etc.
Outline the cardboard template should be as even and accurate as possible. To do this, it is attached to the countertop with ordinary tape and draw one thin line with a pencil. After that, the "cardboard assistant" is peeled off and sent to the waste paper, it will no longer be useful to us. Glue the perimeter of the future hole on the outside masking tape by 8-12 cm in order to prevent damage from mechanical tools.
Step 3: Drill and saw
Yes, yes, the first mechanical tool will be a drill, not a saw. A drill with a diameter of 2 mm is selected and several closely spaced holes are drilled in the place where it is convenient to start cutting out the contour. The holes are connected into a single groove with a chisel.
Sawing the tabletop is convenient jigsaw for wood. Just do not forget to stock up on extra canvases - thick tabletops are difficult to saw, the canvas is likely to break with a slight deviation from the vertical. Take your time and drive the jigsaw confidently - it is more difficult to correct a curved cutout than immediately cut a hole along a plumb line, with a strictly perpendicular cut.
Step 4: Finishing the installation
Apply sealant to the end of the fresh mounting hole and firmly insert the sink. We hold the sink under load from 10 to 60 seconds (depending on the type of sealant). Carefully remove excess adhesive from the outer and inside sinks and wait several hours until the sealant is completely cured. We connect hoses, pipes, sewers, install a faucet and use the new sink for our pleasure.
One of the main elements of kitchen furniture is a sink. Its presence is necessary to the same extent as a refrigerator, stove or table. Among the large assortment of kitchen sinks presented on the modern furniture market, overhead sinks are very popular. This is due to the fact that they are easy to install, convenient to use and have a relatively low price. Therefore, further it will be considered how to install an overhead sink with your own hands.
Figure 1. An overhead sink, unlike a mortise one, performs two functions at the same time: countertops and sinks.
Overhead sink installation
An overhead sink can immediately perform two functions: countertops and sinks (Fig. 1). In most cases, this element of kitchen furniture is made of stainless steel.
To install a do-it-yourself sink, you need to prepare the following tools and materials:
- electric drill;
- drill;
- sink;
- mounting tape;
- sealant;
- fastenings;
- self-tapping screws.
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Sink cabinet assembly
The overhead sink is mounted on a pedestal, which is a frame without an upper partition and a back wall (Fig. 2). In most cases, such a cabinet comes with a sink of this type. If the equipment does not provide for the presence of a cabinet, then it should be purchased separately.
When choosing an underframe, you should pay attention to the fact that it is somewhat smaller than the sink.
Figure 2. Schemes of pedestals for various sizes of overhead sinks.
When a sink is mounted on the cabinet, its sides should cover the ribs of the underframe.
The assembly of this kitchen furniture is somewhat different from the installation of other elements of the kitchen interior. The fact is that its frame does not provide for the presence of internal partitions, as they can interfere with the connection of plumbing and sewer pipes. In this regard, the underframe will not have additional stiffeners.
The assembly of the frame for the overhead sink should be much more reliable and of better quality than the rest of the elements of kitchen furniture. The curbstone must be installed on special linings, because even with the best tightness, water leaks are possible. The material of the product itself is recommended to be treated with special water-repellent agents. Inside the cabinet, you should consider fastenings for tightening jumpers. The jumpers themselves can be made from wooden planks, which will also play the role of additional shelves inside the product.
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