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Granite
I bought a new cooktop and it doesn't quite fit the existing cutout in the countertop. The cutout needs to be about a 1/4" wider. Does anyone know what to use to cut or grind a granite countertop?
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MarshRat89 |
11-26-2013 08:44 AM |
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Originally Posted by PBJ
(Post 646167)
I bought a new cooktop and it doesn't quite fit the existing cutout in the countertop. The cutout needs to be about a 1/4" wider. Does anyone know what to use to cut or grind a granite countertop?
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You would need a Granite router
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fishinpox |
11-26-2013 08:51 AM |
Angle grinder with a diamond wheel . Make sure u cut relief cuts so when u get to the end of a long cut the weight of the drop does not cause it to snap into the section you are keeping
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fishinpox |
11-26-2013 08:55 AM |
A granite router ( a router with a diamond bit) will only work if you have a bit that has a bearing and a template ( guide for the bearing to ride on below) you will not b able to control a router with a straight bit free hand . Angle grinder is your best bet , have someone hold the shop vac close to the wheel because the grit will go into the drawer slides below and cause the bearings to not glide good
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PaulMyers |
11-26-2013 09:02 AM |
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Originally Posted by fishinpox
(Post 646175)
A granite router ( a router with a diamond bit) will only work if you have a bit that has a bearing and a template ( guide for the bearing to ride on below) you will not b able to control a router with a straight bit free hand . Angle grinder is your best bet , have someone hold the shop vac close to the wheel because the grit will go into the drawer slides below and cause the bearings to not glide good
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Great advice!
Sounds like you've done this more than once or really messed up on your 1st attempt. ;)
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fishinpox |
11-26-2013 09:06 AM |
It's the same concept a wood , except when you screw up its costs a hell of a lot more
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Thanks for the advice! I sure don't want to mess it up. I wasn't sure if I should try to grind the 1/4" off or try to cut it off.
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fishinpox |
11-26-2013 09:36 AM |
Don't grind it , use the grinder with a cutting wheel
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