How to Set a Bathroom Sink
A new bathroom sink can help freshen up a bathroom with only an afternoon's worth of work. The color of the sink can be a neutral color that will last through various remodels or can be used to provide an accent color in the bathroom. Complementing the new sink with a new faucet will complete the transformation. Does this Spark an idea?
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Things You'll Need
- Measuring tape
- Pencil
- Jigsaw
- Paper towel
- Sandpaper
- Towel
- Plumber's putty
- Silicone
Instructions
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Measure the depth of the bathroom counter and the width of the basin. There needs to be 1 to 2 inches of clearance from the edge of the basin to the edge of the counter.
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Place the template that comes with the sink on top of the counter and use a pencil to trace the cut marks onto the countertop.
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Use a jigsaw to cut the opening for the sink in the countertop. Take care to stay on the inside edge of the line so that the hole isn't cut too large.
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Use a damp paper towel to wipe away the dust from the cutting.
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Place the sink inside the cut hole to check the fit. Use sandpaper to smooth away any tight spots.
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Turn the sink upside down on a towel and place a bead of plumber's putty along the edge of basin.
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Turn the sink over and place it in the hole. Press down firmly on the edges of the sink to secure the plumber's putty to the countertop.
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Place a bead of silicone around the edge of the sink to seal it to the counter.
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References
- Photo Credit detail of faucet and sink with running water image by nextrecord from Fotolia.com
