Insert the faucet to the sink and attach with locknuts.
How to attach a sink to a tile wall.
Hold a tile at this spot accounting for a 1 8 inch expansion gap.
Bob vila consults with a professional plumber to learn how to install a pedestal sink.
If the holes are not completely lining up or you want a more secure install use wall anchors to attach the vanity to the wall.
How to attach a pedestal sink to the wall without studs.
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Replacing a vanity with a wall hung sink is one of the best ways to make a small bathroom feel roomier.
Moving the water supply and drainpipes.
Attach the vanity to the wall using 3 inch drywall screws.
This line serves as your cutting guide to fit tile along the counter.
Otherwise you ll use the sink itself to identify and mark where to drill.
Drill your pilot holes for the lag screws which should be included with your wall mount sink.
When your walls lack the studs to.
For example a small child who cannot see over the sink while brushing his teeth may pull on the sink bowl.
More often than not a pedestal sink s mounting holes will not line up with existing wall studs.
As the floor space opens up the room becomes brighter and easier to clean.
Be sure to use a masonry bit if you re drilling through tile.
Before setting the bowl of the sink attach the drain.
Then you can drill the holes by putting aside the pedestal stand and sink aside first.
A pedestal sink is a ceramic bowl that rests on a matching pedestal or pillar that supports its weight and conceals the water.
Secure the pedestal with the washer and lag bolt to the floor but don t overtighten it.
In this story we ll show you how to install a stylish wall hung bathroom sink and faucet including the tough part.
Then use a level to extend the line along the work area.
Prepare the faucet drain and pop up assemblies on the sink.
Attaching the sink bowl to the pedestal or wall with adhesive is often a simpler procedure than connecting the sink bowl with metal brackets but it has its risks.
Mark the wall at the top of the tile.
Check the level again before trimming the shims with a utility knife.