is these sink really a topmount sink? or is drop in sink? from the picture i can tell that its more drop in sink!
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It is a drop-in sink. Not sure that it would work as a an undermount sink. The rim is somewhat cupped, and not really suited to any other application.
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FrankeUSA's drawing of the SL103BX (in Amazon's posted pics) says "topmount or undermount install". Anyone try installing UNDERmount? Looks like that would be possible, since in the photo, the top of sink is flat. (Even if top had some embossed ridges, those could be shimmed around.) The question of topmount or undermount is mostly a question of labor costs. The vendor does not want to disappoint the customer with extra install costs. Those who are DIY hobbyists, won't mind the extra time.
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I am not sure I fully understand the difference between and topmount and a drop in sink. However, this sink mounts from the top and drops into a hole cut into the countertop and is clamped from underneath. To prevent water from entering the cabinet in the event of water splashing onto the countertop, I put a bead of caulk around the perimeter of the sink flange and removed the excess that squeezed out.
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It is a drop in. (also known as top mount. That is verses an undermount sink that mounts under the countertop.
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I'm not sure of the difference. But, I can tell you the sink fits through the counter hole and the rim rests on top of the counter (caulked). Also, there are clips underneath to hold the rim in place. Hope that helps.
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Drop in, rim sits on top of counter, I suppose you could mount under solid counter top, Granite or Quartz type, by gluing to bottom of counter top leaving holes exposed for faucets.
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Yes this sink is designed for a dual install, self-riiming or undermount. Sink number 440174 is the same sink but can only be used as an undermount kitchen sink
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The sink drops in from the top and there are screws with flanges that secure it to the counter. I love my sink and would recommend it to anyone.
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We have put this sink In our last 3 homes and the first was a drop in. Love this sink!!
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Yes you can. I have this sink and absolutely love it. Plus I much prefer the look on the over mount that undercount. I think u will be very pleased with it. If you give me your email I can send you a pic of mine and even video. I am out of town so I could get it to you either the end of this week or beginning of next. Lmk. �
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Those are for the cut out. This is an absolutely world class sink, it even came with a towel for buffing!!!
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In most cases in these kinds of sinks, people do not connect a drain line to the overflow anyway since the sink is sitting on top of a piece of granite, etc. therefore it will look ridiculous -- sink was ok.
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While it's easy to under mount. It's simply the sink. Doesn't come with anything but the sink. Have had this sink for almost 2 years. Love it, love it. But I had it installed with new counter tops. I think your biggest question is, if it's going to fit under your countertop?. Under mount brackets cost about 4 bucks at hardware stores.
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Looks like plenty of others have answered your question, but here's one more confirmation. We, too, installed this as a drop in sink. My husband did the installation and didn't run into any problems.
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If you're able to attach a pic to this I'd be better able to answer that. Wife loves her's...our sinks are built as part of the counter top so works well.
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Not sure. I am just a DIYer. I ordered the the sinks that match and are sink and top all together. Sorry not to have a better answer.
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We did it as an undermount and never intended it be a top mount. I am not sure if it will look nice enough to do a top mount with the back probably exposed. The sink did came in with some Knicks and scratches on the side and the back, however we couldn't see it when it was installed. I am not sure about your luck. Hope it helps
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Jessica, Generally speaking, a top mount sink's flange will be finished in a manner that is intended to be exposed; it will not have a sharp edge, and will have a slight arch for support. An under mount's flange needs to be extremely flat to have a flush fitment to the surface of the counter top. Often, a sink company that has a "Dual" mount sink will have an arch with a flattened radius to have the solid surface fit correctly in under mount application, and have a smooth edge to accommodate the top mount application.
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I think that the sink's design is for mounting under a Corian, granite or other solid surface counter top. I did top mount mine but it was for an unique application--outdoor sink on a rolling, wooden stand. During the current CA drought, we want to wash fruit and veg and pots and pans outside and drain the water into the garden.
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Yes, this sink looks great installed as a "drop in" or top mount as well as under counter if desired. "dual-mount" means either application can be used.
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I installed mine in an under mount sink. We have granite top withe a porcelain under mount sink. Easy to install, looks great.
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I do still love this sink, its beautiful. BUT I will say that I do have some chips/scratches on both front corners. They're small and hard to see but they're there which is frustrating. Could've been the way the sink was installed or how the countertop was laid over it. We have quartz counters so they're quite heavy. It also seems to stain pretty easily - if I have a pot or pan in the sink for a day or two I find I'm scrubbing extra hard to remove any ring it left. In hindsight - as much as I love the sink and this type of sinks - I'd probably not go with an apron front sink, and stick with an undermount stainless steel or granite sink! Good luck. I am sure you'll be happy with either choice!