ᐅ Installing an Ikea Hälvikken Sink into a Thick Worktop

Created on: 23 Jan 2016 14:06
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Fred80
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Fred80
23 Jan 2016 14:06
Hello,

I have a problem installing a sink in a thick countertop. Specifically, it’s about the Hälvikken sink. The clips used to secure the sink are unfortunately too short to reach under the countertop. Has anyone experienced this issue and can suggest a solution?

Thanks in advance!

Best regards
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IKEA-Experte
23 Jan 2016 16:01
Hello, how thick is the countertop?
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Fred80
23 Jan 2016 17:25
5.8cm (2.3 inches), just slightly too thick for the claws.
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Herr rossi
24 Jan 2016 11:40
Hello Fred80,

What material is the countertop made of? If it is compatible with the material, I would attach it using sanitary silicone.

Regards, Herr rossi
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IKEA-Freund
24 Jan 2016 12:06
Hello,

if the board is made of a wood-based panel, you could remove some material from the underside of the countertop at the points where the clips are located. If the cutout has not been made yet, for example with a large Forstner bit (about 5-10mm (0.2-0.4 inches) deep).

Regards,
IKEA-Freund