Construction And Maintenance

A Guide On Installing Your Own Bathroom Sinks

Submitted by: Robert Roderick

Many people choose to install there own bathroom sink as it is more convenient and less hassle than waiting for a professional to turn up. How you install your own bathroom sink will depend on the sink you want to install as well as the fixtures available. Prior to fitting your sink it would be smart to insure you have all the tools necessary to accomplish the work properly. The tools needed to follow this guide are widely available at your local hardware store and in most cases come at an affordable price tag.

Installing your vanity sink in your bathroom.

As you continue to read you will find easy to follow instructions on installing pedestal and vanity type units and sinks. I have tried to keep this guide as simple as possible so you should have no trouble in having your new sink installed in no time.

The very first thing you should have ready is your layout template so you are ready for drilling and fitting. Create a template if you are unfortunate enough to have not one already. Turn your sink upside down and use a marker to outline your very own template for installation. Having a template is very important as it can mean the difference between a good and bad job. The last thing you want is come back later and carry out more work to correct any mistakes you may have made.

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First practical job to do is drill an adequate sized hole so that your jigsaw tool can fit for cutting. Once your jigsaw is sitting comfortably commence cutting the outline for your sink..

When you have finished drilling your outline out double check everything is correct before continuing.. Before continuing to fit the sink in place install some sealing tape round the edges of the hole created before commencing to lower sink. Once sink has been lowered into place push down to apply pressure so it fits in comfortably..

With your sink in its place you will now continue to install the fixtures that came included to secure everything down.

Installing your pedestal sink in your bathroom

Take your pedestal sink and fit it to the op of the base making sure it sits nicely. You will need to drill holes for your sink to be installed so firstly start by marking drill holes while sinks is sitting on it’s base.

When you have drilled the holes you have marked off it’s time to fit your sink. Firstly fit some screw plugs into the newly formed holes..

Reattach plumbing of your pedestal sink with pedestal sink seated on base.. With sink in place start inserting screws to secure the basin and permanently lock your new sink in place. Completed.

When it comes to installing your very own sink it need not be as complicated as it may seem. Installing your own sink is a great way to save money and do other jobs round the home. When purchasing your sink from a shop they will usually offer an installation service as well as delivery service that can bump costs alot.. Everyone likes to save money no matter what is going on in the world. Dust up your diy skills and take on this challenge. You will never need to hire someone ever again to install your sink once you are done..

About the Author: Robert has been writing articles for over 2 years now. Come and visit his latest website at

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for the latest information and advice bathroom related.

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