All the new cooktop models available even the 30 size that my old cooktop supposedly is require the rough opening in the countertop to be about 1 2 to 1 larger on each side than the existing hole in my granite counter.
Cut granite countertop in place.
Granite is generally very heavy and therefore may require more than one person to complete the job.
As you hold the blade perpendicular to the countertop cut down into the tape and through the granite.
Shaping granite requires diamond blades as other saw blades will not hold up to the task.
Remember that it s better to cut within the line if you need to since you can always cut away the extra granite later.
Knowing how to cut granite is an essential skill if you are considering installing new counters.
While that s true to some extent the procedure and tools you use to cut granite aren t more sophisticated than those you use to cut other hard materials.
Do granite dealers have the capacity to wet cut the larger opening on site in my kitchen.
It is also one of the trickiest skills a diyer can attain.
Cover the section of granite you intend to cut with painter s tape.
Need opening on granite counter cut larger for new cooktop i need to replace my glass cooktop that broke.
Surprisingly the answer is yes this can be achieved with the help from surface link of course.
After many years in the countertop industry we ve come across many homeowners asking if their granite countertop can be cut or modified to fit their new cooktop fridge or new sink.
Otherwise i presume once one has a granite counter top the sink can not be changed out for something larger or different in shape.
We were dry cutting the granite for the cooktop taking necessary care to keep the home dust free.
Because the tape will simply serve to protect the surface and reduce the risk of chipping the placement of the tape needn t be.