Want to replace oval sink in tile countertop
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I have a tile countertop with a small oval sink. I want to pull the sink and replace it with a larger round one. Is there a way to safely cut a larger hole through the tile? I want to avoid replacing the entire countertop.
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Would it be easier to fill in the existing hole and tile that and get one of the ones that sits on the counter top? That would be one option. If you can't get the same tile, you could use an accent color under the elevated type sink.
Nancy Turner's idea is good, but I have used several sinks that have been placed on top of the counter and found them to be too high to use comfortably. If that is a problem perhaps you could place an oval sink that might normally be placed on top of the counter partially into the existing oval, if the height of an on top of the counter sink is too high.
Measure and see if you have enough room for the new sink and the faucet.
Several suggestions for what tools to use and how to do it to be found here: http://www.contractortalk.com/f18/cutting-existing-tile-5828/
You would be trying to cut through the tile and the substrate at the same time. It can be done with an angle grinder and a tile saw blade but not that easy. Best way would be to draw where you want the hole to match the new sink. They come with a template. Then remove the grout around the tiles and gently pop them off without breaking. Then you can cut the hole in the substrate with a jig saw. Cut the tiles you removed with a tile saw or tile cutter. Reglue the tiles, grout, and let dry. Then put in you new sink in.