How to cut away ceramic from a sink that doesn't fit？

If you need to remove ceramic from a sink that doesn't fit, you can use a Dremel to cut away the rim from the retaining nut without removing the sink. This is less work than removing the sink, but it requires some skill and patience. Another option is to take the sink out and cut it with a tile cutter. However, this requires more work as you need to cut the sealant and caulk, remove the wood holding the sink, and remove the piping.
 
If you decide to use a Dremel, you can follow these steps:
 
Use a marker to draw a line around the retaining nut.
Use a cutting wheel attachment on your Dremel to cut through the retaining nut on two or three sides if possible.
Use a flat blade screwdriver to widen the cuts and pull portions of the retainer nut free from the stem threads.


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