Step 3 mounting the vanity unit.
How to attach vanity to tile wall.
Remove the vanity unit and set it aside.
Hanging something on a tile wall is easy if you re lucky enough to catch a stud that is.
If the wall behind the vanity isn t flat plumb you may need to insert shims in any gaps between the back of the vanity and the wall at each stud location.
For holes that are not in line with studs use wall anchors made for your wall type drywall plaster or tile.
Check the level again before trimming the shims with a utility knife.
Tap the wall plugs into the wall if required so that they are flush with the walls surface.
Mirrors come in a wide variety of styles shapes and finishes that will add a touch of class to any room.
If you re not you ll need to use a hollow wall anchor to keep your new shelf in place.
How to attach a mirror to a tile wall.
If you don t place shims here the screws pull the vanity frame rail to the wall and rack the cabinet out of square.
For a tile wall first use a tile bit.
If there are large gaps at the wall or floor attach quarter round moulding along the wall or floor edge with finishing nails.
Drill a pilot hole through the vanity back into a stud.
How to attach it to a wall that has tile on it.
Using the electric drill drill the holes into the wall where you have marked.
Here s how to finish the installation.
I explain how to install a new vanity cabinet.
Secure the cabinet with screws.
How to center it under the mirror and light fixture using a tape measure or a poor man s bob plumb.
Place the vanity unit against the wall and use screws to secure the vanity unit in place.
Once you re through the tile use a wood bit to drill into the stud.