Cutting integrated bathroom worktop

Nebbit

I am looking to improve the sink and vanity unit in our cloakroom, running the unit across the full width of the room, but none of the existing units seem to come in the right size. I could fabricate the cabinet myself but to have a neat top I would ideally like to buy a sink with integrated worktop, made of resin, and cut the worktop to size. The cut end would be against the wall,with some silicone sealant. My question is, can these resin worktops be cut and if so, what is the best way to do it?

grumpy_codger

Nebbit said:

...I would ideally like to buy a sink with integrated worktop, made of resin, and cut the worktop to size...

"made of resin" is too vague. Possibly, such worktops exist, but 'quatz' and similar are made from resin mixed with stones. I used a circular saw with a diamond disc to cut quartz (or was it an angle grinder ?). If it really is just resin it can be simply sawed.

WIAWSNB

No idea what it's made of, but - yes - it can be cut
As GC says, almost certainly an angle grinder with a 'stone' or diamond blade will do this with no issues, even for the hardest top. But Obvs find out what it's made from first - the surface finish might just be a layer.
And if it's a 'stone' material, wear a darned good dust mask... (Do for all materials).
As you say, the silicone bead will hide any imperfection. 
Have you used Fugi-style silicone shaping tools? Awesome.

benson1980

Might be worth having a look at Calypso and their calypstone range:

Basins

Not cheap but they are good quality and look great. The worktops, even though they are of stone resin appearance and very solid looking, can be easily cut with a jigsaw and I've installed a few of them without too much difficulty in our bathrooms.

Re: the unit sizes for full width you can obviously install filler panels either side. 

ButterCheese

A router and jig would make a better job if it's a curve, or even a straight line.  Buy an expensive bit that will stay sharp and make multiple thin passes