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Title: Drilling Corian countertop
Post by: Dave Head on January 08, 2011, 02:45:45 pm
I'm considering installing the soap dispenser that came with the Moen faucet. It's about a one inch hole. Is there a special hole saw? I imagine a wood spade bit wouldn't do the trick.
Title: Re: Drilling Corian countertop
Post by: Raymond Jordan on January 08, 2011, 02:53:49 pm
Hi Dave,
  A hole saw is the better option. Spade bits are not recommended by Corian. After you bore the hole, sand the edge of the hole, top, and bottom, if possible. Just a slight easing, rounding, of the edge. The sanding stops cracks from developing. Make the bore slightly larger than needed. Corian contracts/expands.
Title: Re: Drilling Corian countertop
Post by: Bob McGee on January 08, 2011, 03:27:04 pm
Either a hole saw or spur bit. Tape the area to be cut with painter tape to reduce chipping. Should have no problem.
Title: Re: Drilling Corian countertop
Post by: Dave Head on January 08, 2011, 04:51:07 pm
Cool! Next weeks project along with installing the new Xantrex Panel for the Freedom 25...