Forum Archive: Posts by: TownhouseLady

This photo is how our kitchen came when we bought our home. We’ve already replaced the appliances and are now looking to remove the existing backsplash and put up new glass stick mosaic tile. I’d also like to have a larger sink put in (I’m sure you’ve heard me complain about this stupid little one before). While we’re at it the granite could also stand to be polished and resealed.

My question are:
- Number one, given that there is only about 5 inches of space between the existing sink cut edge of the countertop (wall) is it even possible to cut in for a bigger sink? How much of a (granite) lip should be left? There’s a few inches to be spared on the side next to the dishwasher but I’d like it to be centered with the cabinet. Would it be better to not do another undermount sink?
- What order should I do this in? I was thinking, remove the backsplash, remove the counter, have them do the sink cut, polish, reseal the counter while I’m installing the new backsplash. Then put the counter and the sink back in. Do they even need to remove the counter at all, can it be done in place?
- What is the approximate cost of polishing and resealing? There is quite a bit more counterspace along the other wall (not pictured). Is it priced per sq/ft?

Have any of you done this before that can give me some insight?

Thanks!