About David Coil/C. R. Construction Expertise I will answer any question posed to me about home improvement. I have done what you are trying to do. Kit, bath remodels and room additions. Been there.
Experience 40 yrs in the industry. I apprentices from 10 yrs old with many professions.
Organizations I am a licensed Contractor in California and Nevada. I am originally from Ohio.
Expert: David Coil/C. R. Construction Date: 8/4/2006 Subject: Removing cast iron sink from Corian countertop
Question We want to replace a cast iron sink which is set in a Corian counter top. The sink was installed 20yrs ago, we are not sure what the adhesive is holding the sink in position but the Corian technicians think it may be silicon. We have been told to use denatured alcohol to soften the adhesive. Could you give us some tips please? How long will this stuff take to work? How do we get it under the rim of the sink? Any advice you can give us will be greatly appreciated, Thank you
Answer Most sinks have a fastner AND adhesive, to be sure the fasteners are out, or loose, first. This is basically a knife, putty knife, razor knife, linoleum knife, ginsu knife type job. It only takes a starting point and it gets easier. After you get a "perferation' in the seam, start by wedging two putty knives together as a wedge. (forget the alcohol). Patience...get a big bottle of patience. Be VERY sure that you have something under the sink to catch it. It weighs a ton.
