How To Install An Undermount Sink Using A Granite Countertop When you imagine the perfect granite kitchen installation, there’s a good chance your vision comes with an undermount sink. This feature adds a modern look to your kitchen (or even bathroom) while making cleaning more practical.
What Is An Undermount Sink?
Undermount sinks are those where a basin sink unit is installed underneath the counter, rather than being dropped into a pre-cut hole in the countertop. Depending on who manufactures your unit, it could look different, but this term is usually used to describe similar units where no metal from the sink unit is visible on the upper surface of the worktop.
What Are The Benefits Of An Undermount Sink?
The first key benefit of the undermount sink and reason for its popularity is its aesthetic appeal. When you’ve gone to great effort to choose a beautiful granite, quartz or marble material for your home, you won’t necessarily want to compromise its look with a stainless steel drop sink. In terms of functionality, undermount sinks simplify cleanup because it allows you to wipe food particles and any other dirt or grime directly into the sink.