Playwood Patch In Sheet Rock To Hang Pedestal Sink

After the plumbing rework nail or screw backing boards to those studs to anchor the new drywall patch to them photo 7.

Playwood patch in sheet rock to hang pedestal sink.

Plywood panels are mounted directly onto the wall where the cabinets will hang. Use a wall stud finder to find the studs prior to drilling. Bob vila consults with a professional plumber to learn how to install a pedestal sink. Also matching the sink to the proper level on the wall and the exact height of the pedestal requires precise measurements.

Unlike modern sinks pedestal sinks are comprised of two pieces. The countertop and cabinet are going away but shelving or recessed medicine cabinets can compensate for some lost cabinet space. Screw a plywood plate approx 600wx 350h on. The only thing keeping the pedestal on the bottom of the sink is the weight of the sink.

What is a pedestal sink. This plywood is for the wall mounted sink. Plywood is inside the wall in the picture below. Most pedestal sinks actually hang from a bracket attached to a mounting brace or framing in the wall.

Screw approx 25 x25 fx 350high framing to side of studs. The top of the removed section would be level with the top of the basin approx 800mm above ffl. Decide whether you can live without the storage space of a vanity cabinet. For more on plumbing visit.

If you don t have to move the plumbing just cut a hole large enough to install blocking for anchoring the sink. For years these pedestal sinks were found in every bathroom across america but as trends changed they began to become obsolete. Lift the sink about a 1 2 inch off pedestal while having someone else slide the pedestal out and then put the sink back onto the wall bracket. Install a wall mounted pedestal sink the first step.

Steve added drywall to the studs and tiled over it. Pedestal sinks also have a classic elegant look that you just don t get with a boxy vanity and standard sink basin. With new vintage styles becoming more popular these sinks have made a full comeback. Mount the panels using installation screws so they reach into two or more wall studs.

But before you rip out your old vanity to install a pedestal sink be aware of what the project involves. And whether you re replacing a sink in a small bathroom or looking for an attractive streamlined option that will show off the style of your entire bathroom installing a pedestal sink is a project most experienced do it yourselfers can tackle. You may need to make plumbing changes and flooring and wall repair as well as adjusting to a lack of storage space. Cut the vertical sides of the holes flush with the sides of studs photo 3.

This will give you all the room you will need to repair or fix any plumbing or draining issues. Use at least two plywood panels one placed at the top and one at the bottom for consistency.