How to Make a Sink Cutout in Laminate?

Answer 1

you use a laminate blade ( pilot hole to start and a jig saw ) best device is a spiral cutter with a laminate blade

just to cover the bases - drill a hole WITHIN the cut-out area to start your cut - be REAL CAREFUL on the turns - best to cut inside the line on the first pass and then trim the area when you have a big hole and room to maneuver

don't worry too much the sink has enough overlap to cover minor mistakes - you should have seen some of the butchered cuts i've seen people cover up !

Answer 2

The old way is to use a scroll saw by cutting along the line that you draw. The new way is to use a Rotozip type tool to do the same. The Rotozip can wander a bit, so a straight edge or template works best. Usually the sink will have a lip that covers any imperfections.

I have gotten the best result by first making the sink cutout in heavy cardboard to make sure the sink fits. I then use the cardboard as a template to draw my lines.

Answer 3

Flip the laminate over.Find the centerline of the sink. Use the provided template if there is one,or use the sink itself.Make sure to cut the hole size, under the sink size.Just enough to drop the sink in.Use the marked line as a reference cut path.Use a jig saw the cut the hole.That always works for me.

Answer 4

I agree with all of the above, but I also recommend purchasing or using a cut out template usually oackaged with the sink or available from the manufacturer. These are invaluable because they are the real size of the sink.

Answer 5

Make sure there are no burrs on your saw base to scratch the laminate if you already have it installed. That's how I do it. If you are unsure of yourself you can always cut it too small and make it bigger.

Answer 6

after you draw your hole, tape the shape to prevent the laminate from chipping. drill a hole on all 4 corners and then connect the dots.