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Hi,
We have finished the complete work on the house, including interiors. After around 2 months, the granite slab holding the sink started developing cracks. Some patch work was done. Now after around six months, the slab has cracked through dangerously at at least 4 places. The contractor says it is because of the weight of the double sink or due to cracks already present.
Whatever the reason, we want to replace the granite now and provide additional support There are shelves beneath the slab and also tiles on the backsplash. Can we manage to replace the granite slab without damaging the wood work

What is the best way to resolve this issue? Our Architect?contractor seem to be out of ideas.
Any help will be really appreciated.

The granite slab is 20 mm thick and around 6 feet long.

For a moment....i thought....what the cow?????? Yes, 20mm at 6 feet in length without adequate supports below are bound to break. Not sure on the double sink concept, where the slab is expected to bear the weight.

When you replace, try buying hard stone granite - this comes crack free. Either way, make sure that there is enough support below to share the load.

Thanks for the reply.
What are the damages we can expect during replacement? Can we avoid damage to the wood work? The cabinets were provided only on one side
Also what is hard stone granite?