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Pedestal Sinks - Page 3
After carefully organizing your supplies, the first step is to shut off the hot and cold water supply valves. After the valves are off, use a bucket to drain the hot and cold water lines. You will also want to shut off the main water supply to the house. Once the old sink is removed, you are ready to install your pedestal sink. After determining where the sink and pedestal stand will be installed, use a pencil to mark the spot. You should measure the area of space on each side of the pedestal sink. It is recommended to leave at least six inches of free space on each side. This will both give you enough space and avoid the look of a cluttered room.
Next you will need to attach the wall hanger to the back of the pedestal sink. It is very important to carefully measure the length of the pedestal sink to the screw holes located on the wall hanger. Before attaching the sink to the wall, make sure the space behind the wall is sturdy enough to hold the weight of the sink. This can be accomplished by using a board between the two studs where the wall hanger will be mounted. After securing the wall hanger to the sink, you will need to use a propane torch to solder the supply lines. Once the lines have been soldered, the pop up drain and P trap can be installed. Then the faucet is ready to be mounted and the drain connected. Once all attachments are secure, you should check for leaks from the wall to the faucet valves. Before using your pedestal sink, it is a good idea to open up the valves to clear out any air that has built up. If you have carefully followed the entire manufacturer’s instructions, your pedestal sink should be trouble free for many years.
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