Removing Bathroom Countertop

You use a lot of bleach to get your bathroom counters clean and white.

Removing bathroom countertop.

You can make a birdbath out of the old sink if you want but the better idea is to donate it to your local habitat for humanity or architectural salvage store. Cut caulk between backsplash and vanity with utility knife. If the old vanity is marble or granite it will not be screwed on. You try to remove the yellow stains with more bleach but the stain remains.

The backsplash is attached to the wall and countertop. Cleaning is a challenge. Different countertop materials have unique care needs. Start by cutting off water and disconnecting and removing old fixtures.

Loosen or remove the caulk on the existing countertop. If your countertop is not held together with glue it s held in place by screws. Remove everything out of the drawers and in the cabinets underneath the countertops. The stain is caused by using bleach to clean your countertop surfaces.

All you have to do is remove the screws and gently lift the countertop to ensure that you don t damage the cabinets. Make sure the water is turned off. It is important for the space where you ll be working to be clear when you begin the removal process. Place a drip pan beneath the hoses to avoid making a mess.

Lift off the old vanity top. Remove everything from the countertop and drawers. Gently lift off the counter top and bam no more 90 s countertop and faucet. Disconnect the pipes and hoses from beneath the sink.

The steps to removing your existing bathroom countertop are relatively straightforward. You may need a wrench or pliers to accomplish this step. Remove screws underneath cabinet. Most if not all require cleaning supplies that remove dirt and soap film without scratching or damaging the finish.

Place all of the items in a safe location that is out of the way. Take everything off of the countertops. You will need to remove it before prying up the countertop. Although the countertop may be glued down there are also screws holding the countertop in place.

To do this cut along the entire edge of silicone adhesive between the wall and backsplash using a razor knife. Most countertops are made of two parts the counter and the backsplash.