Diy Granite Countertop Edges. The plywood supports the granite and gives enough clearance for the bull-nose edging to clear the drawers and doors. Gorgeous and tough, granite makes a great countertop material.
To prep your counter, you have to remove ALL of the silicone caulk around the edges, then replace it with paintable caulk. If you are attempting to DIY the install. Actually no, most granite countertops do not need to be sealed and in some cases, sealing can cause damage.
The majority of granite used for countertops in the U.
Some build the finishes (basic ones) into the cost, others have you pay by the linear foot and yet others will give you a discounted price after so many linear feet.
They will trim it to size, round or bevel the edges, and cut out the sink, for example, during the install. Anybody cut, edged and polished their own granite?* Am I crazy to try?* I've got a lot of experience with tile, wood and Long story short, we need a countertop for a small vanity.* We've ordered a couple but, they've shown up broken and haven't. Rest the bottom edge on a flat, even surface.