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Old 12-03-2004, 12:50   #1
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Granite Countertops

Has anyone ever drilled through a granite countertop before?

I need to place a 1 ¼ inch hole in one, next to the sink. Ideas?

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Old 12-03-2004, 13:41   #2
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Easy to do if you have a couple of new masonry bits, and a gromet that will go around the hole to cover the chips if you make a mistake.

If you don't have a concrete hole saw, start off with a 1/4 inch hole as a guide. Then use a 1 1/4 " bit for the real hole. Be patient, it's a long cut. An I bet if you don't use water you'll disscolor or 'burn' the countertop around the whole.

You might want to call a cabinet shop that has experience in this.
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Old 12-03-2004, 15:53   #3
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C'mon Team Sergeant just whip up a mini shape charge when HH6 is at work.
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Old 12-03-2004, 17:06   #4
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C'mon Team Sergeant just whip up a mini shape charge when HH6 is at work.

Dammit!! Beat me to it.
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Old 12-05-2004, 02:51   #5
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Seriously TS,

I might be able to help you out on this one. I will let you know tomorrow I have my father-in-law checking into it. Also let me know if you need Landscaping at your new Casa.
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Old 12-05-2004, 11:28   #6
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Get your wife to help.

Things always go better around here that way.
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