How to Install a Floor Sink

Floor sinks, also known as pedestal sinks, help make a bathroom look elegant. Pedestal sinks are more decorative but don’t allow any cabinet space. It’s perfect way to show off your style and is great to use in a guest bathroom. The hardest part about installing a floor sink is making sure the piping is installed in the right place. Luckily, this is a project you can complete on your own in just a matter of hours.

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Pedestal sink
• Basic tools

1. Turn off the water.

2. Make sure your plumbing is in the proper place. You want to make sure your existing plumbing will fit behind the pedestal, so the pipes are not exposed. You will want your drain pipe to be in the center of the pedestal. If not, you may have to re-do your drain pipe.

3. Make sure your water piping is at least three or four inches on either side of the waste pipe. For example, you want your cold water pipe three to four inches on the right side, and your hot water three to four inches on the left side.

4. Install the pedestal sink. Follow the manufacturer’s instructions for installation because every floor sink is installed a little differently. One major difference is whether your pedestal sink comes with a bracket to hold the sink onto the wall and other methods of support for a heavy sink attached to a skinny base.

5. Hook up the plumbing. By following the manufacturer’s directions, you will be able to attach the plumbing properly to your specific pedestal sink. You may need some basic tools, such as a wrench and a screwdriver.

6. Turn the water back on, and test out your new masterpiece.

Tips & Warnings

• If your plumbing is in proper working order and is installed in the proper place, it shouldn’t take longer than three hours.
• If you need assistance, you can contact a plumber.
• If your pedestal sink is extremely heavy, you may need an extra person to help you lift it in place.