Installation Sheet
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Farmhouse Undermount Sinks
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1. These instructions only apply to farmhouse undermount sinks where the faucet ledge is exposed, and the faucet may be mounted directly
to the sink… otherwise the faucet and fittings will be installed directly onto the countertop behind the sink fixture.
2. The sink should be resting on the floor or a work bench at this point. The sink should be supported from the underside of the sink
bowl or basin. The sink should not be installed into the countertop when following next steps.
3. Apply masking tape to the top surface of the sink ledge.
4. The underside of the fireclay sink ledge has been prepared with an undercut for faucet and fitting holes. Determine the position of
the holes required for the faucet and fittings that you have selected.
5. Transfer the center position of each hole that has been selected. Measure the location of each hole relative to the back edge of the
sink rim, and the lateral edge of the sink rim. Mark the center of the hole onto the masking tape.
6. Measure twice to confirm position.
7. Position a center punch on the mark that has been transferred, and strike with a hammer (this operation is intended to penetrate the
surface glaze so that drilling of a locating hole is easier).
8. Drill a pilot (locating) hole from the top surface using a No. 8 masonry drill.
9. Enlarge the hole to the required size by striking the pilot hole location with a center punch and hammer. (Alternatively, the hole may
be prepared by drilling with a 1 3/8” diameter diamond hole saw).
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We recommend installing the sink strainers at this point in the installation process. The installation process is much simpler with the sink
accessible from all sides.
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We also recommend installing the faucet and any deck mounted fittings at this point in the installation process (this would apply where
the faucet and fittings are mounted to the sink ledge, or applications where the faucet and fittings are mounted directly to the countertop).
The installation process is much simpler with the sink and countertop accessible from all sides.
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5a. Carefully place the sink into position on the wooden support frame. Check the height of the sink rim, and shim the sink to level if
necessary.
5b. Apply a bead of translucent silicone along the center of the sink rim.
5c. Place the countertop into position and clean up excess silicone with a solvent and clean wiper.
5d. Connect drain assembly and supply fittings.
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