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Drilling Corian countertop

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.

Re: Drilling Corian countertop

Reply #1 – 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.

Re: Drilling Corian countertop

Reply #2 – 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.

Re: Drilling Corian countertop

Reply #3 – January 08, 2011, 04:51:07 pm

Cool! Next weeks project along with installing the new Xantrex Panel for the Freedom 25...

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