They are typically installed with clips anchored in place by epoxy as well as a bead of caulk that helps to.
Caulk undermount sink granite.
Most undermount sink manufacturers recommend that you use pure 100 percent silicone sealant for undermount sink installation.
Silicone sealants are designed for resilient flexibility and have good adhesive properties.
Stainless steel sinks need flexible caulk to seal tightly against granite countertops and prevent moisture from getting under the counter.
Undermount sinks are attached to the underside of the counter in a kitchen or bathroom.
Often stainless steel is the easiest match because it accents most colors.
You want any excess caulk to wind up on the tape not your granite.
Sink installers use silicone caulk to hold an undermount sink in place as well as provide a waterproof seal.
The fully enclosed sink basin surrounded by the natural.
Next remove the bottom tape slowly and carefully so that you do not accidentally pull the caulk out or cause it to spread too much.
The north american tile cleaning association recommends removing the top piece of tape first because gravity may cause the caulk to sink.
If an ordinary caulk was used to seal the sink it likely will fail quickly.
Maintaining the caulk on an undermount granite kitchen sink.