How to Attach a Sink Top

The sink top installs on top of the base cabinet.

The sink top or vanity provides a focal point for your bathroom. Installing a new sink top gives your bathroom a quick and easy mini-makeover. Basic construction adhesive will secure the sink to its underlying cabinet.

Things You'll Need

• Construction adhesive
• Caulk gun
• Plumbing wrench
• New sink top

Instructions

1. Set the sink top on the cabinet for a rough test fit to ensure the holes in the new sink top sit correctly over the sink fittings. This will ensure that your new sink does not interfere with the faucet, as well as other sink hardware and plumbing. Then remove the sink top.

2. Apply a bead of construction adhesive, such as Liquid Nails, around the entire perimeter of the cabinet using a caulk gun. Make sure to cover any area that will make contact with the sink top.

3. Place the sink top back on the cabinet and line it up properly so that the holes sit over the sink fittings. Once you align the sink top, press down firmly for several seconds to set the adhesive.

4. Insert the sink's drain pipe into the top elbow joint of the drain trap. Connect the hot and cold water lines to the faucet by screwing the metal fitting onto the threaded faucet studs. Torque down the nuts using a plumbing wrench.

References

• HammerZone.com: Installing a Sink