Hello. I have a little problem. In my kitchen I have a pot sink set into the countertop and sealed with silicone. Unfortunately, my sink broke and I have to replace it. The manufacturer sent me a new sink as part of the warranty, but unfortunately the old one does not want to come out, because...

Silicone line cutting? so how do they remove windows in cars?

Have you already tried to use specialized chemicals to remove old silicones?

If the old one is cracked, it can defragment it and remove it piece by piece?

I think so too ... but not with a five-kilo hammer

You got a little bit confused How do you imagine detaching the sink with chemicals? You cut with a knife and it will go away without any problems. The right knife.

A thin guitar string and it goes like butter. You cut the silicone between the countertop and the sink.

I had to unstick the sink from the MDF lacquered countertop, but I did not find the perfect solution, 3 knives broke, I did not have a metal line and finally I took a long plaster spatula and stuck it with a rubber brush into the silicone. The spatula was beautifully like butter, the sink came off quickly and effortlessly. The board has not been damaged. I recommend lubricating the length of the silicone with dishwashing liquid for a glide. Hope someone benefits :) greetings

[Solved] Removing Old Broken Pot Sink from MDF Countertop: Easy Silicone Sealant Detachment Methods

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#1 12901766 31 Oct 2013 23:15

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12901766 31 Oct 2013 23:15

Hello. I have a little problem. In my kitchen I have a pot sink set into the countertop and sealed with silicone. Unfortunately, my sink broke and I have to replace it. The manufacturer sent me a new sink as part of the warranty, but unfortunately the old one does not want to come out, because the silicone holds very tightly. Do any of you have an idea how to remove the old sink without damaging the countertop. The table top is made of MDF. I will be grateful if someone will tell me how to solve my problem.
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#2 12901830 31 Oct 2013 23:49

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Silicone line cutting? so how do they remove windows in cars?
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#3 12901856 01 Nov 2013 00:08

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12901856 01 Nov 2013 00:08

Have you already tried to use specialized chemicals to remove old silicones?
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If the old one is cracked, it can defragment it and remove it piece by piece?
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Błażej wrote:
If the old one is cracked, it can defragment it and remove it piece by piece?

I think so too ... but not with a five-kilo hammer
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#6 12901932 01 Nov 2013 01:17

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kmr wrote:
And you've already tried to use specialized chemicals to remove old silicones

You got a little bit confused How do you imagine detaching the sink with chemicals?
You cut with a knife and it will go away without any problems. The right knife.
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A thin guitar string and it goes like butter.
You cut the silicone between the countertop and the sink.
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I had to unstick the sink from the MDF lacquered countertop, but I did not find the perfect solution, 3 knives broke, I did not have a metal line and finally I took a long plaster spatula and stuck it with a rubber brush into the silicone. The spatula was beautifully "like butter", the sink came off quickly and effortlessly. The board has not been damaged. I recommend lubricating the length of the silicone with dishwashing liquid for a glide.

Hope someone benefits :)

greetings
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The discussion revolves around the challenge of removing an old pot sink sealed with silicone from an MDF countertop. Users suggest various methods for detaching the sink without damaging the countertop. Recommendations include using specialized chemicals for silicone removal, cutting the silicone with a knife, and employing a thin guitar string to slice through the silicone effectively. One user shares a successful experience using a long plaster spatula lubricated with dishwashing liquid, which allowed for easy removal without damaging the MDF surface. The conversation emphasizes the importance of careful techniques to avoid countertop damage during the removal process.
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