Proper Installation For Modern Bathroom Vessel Sinks
Frank Johnson
As far as current modern bathroom design and styles go, the
bathroom sink of choice these days is the vessel sink . A
vessel sink is a sink that rests partially or completely above
the surface on the vanity. It is not sunken under the counter
top. Vessel sinks are their own separate unit and need to be
installed a certain way.
If you’re new to bathroom vessel sink installation, you need to know how
to properly install one in your bathroom vanity. The type of
contemporary bathroom vanity you purchase will dictate how you
install your vessel sink. Some vanities are designed
specifically for partially submerged sinks while others are
constructed to house an above-top sink. With those types of
vanities, you’re pretty restricted on where and how you install
your sink. However, some vanities allow you to select the
positioning of your sink. In those cases, here’s what you need
to do.
Note: It’s better to install the sink and faucet at the same
time. It will allow you to make all necessary alterations prior
to installing either component.
Planning the Layout
Before you install the sink you need to position the vanity in
your bathroom. It’s better to situate the vanity as best you
can before you start making holes in the counter top; however
you don’t need to mount it to the wall and floor just yet. Give
yourself some room to install the sink. You also want to read
any instructions that come with your bathroom vanity. It may
give specific instructions on how to layout and secure sinks to
the vanity top. Each bathroom vanity is different, so be sure to
read through the instructions to see if there are any specific
actions you must take before installing the sink.
Once you’ve secured your vanity in place and read through any
accompanying instructions, take a look at your vanity. If there
are no pre-drilled faucet holes, decide where you want the
faucet to be in relation to the sink. Once you’ve decided on a
vessel sink/faucet layout, make a template of the counter top
(cardboard will work best for your template). Then, mark the
appropriate location for the sink drainage and faucet holes.
Draw everything out and make any necessary changes prior to
drilling and cutting. Like they always say, measure twice, cut
once.
Making the Cuts
After you’ve created and marked your template, lay it out over
the counter top and make the necessary marks (i.e. drill and
cut holes) directly onto the counter top. The best way to do
this is to cut out your final marks on your template so you can
draw directly onto the vanity. After you’ve marked the vanity
top, make the necessary cuts with a jigsaw. A jigsaw will give
you the range of motion you need to make a more precise cut. As
for the screw holes, grab your drill and pre-drill them. This
will make fastening the faucet to your vanity much easier. Once
the cuts have been made, take your sink and faucet and place
them onto the vanity to make sure everything lines up. Make any
necessary alterations to your cuts until everything lines up
perfectly.
Securing the Sink
Once the cuts have been made and verified, it’s time to secure
the sink and faucet to your bathroom vanity. Most bathroom
vanities will not come with the necessary mounting rings and
hardware, so make sure you include that with your purchase. If
your vanity came with specific installation instructions
regarding securing your sink and faucet, follow them
accordingly. If it didn’t, all you need to do is attach the
mounting ring, position the sink, and caulk and tighten
everything down. If you’re dealing with a glass vessel sink,
you need to provide a cushion of some sort between the sink and
the counter. Silicone works as a great cushion for glass vessel
sinks but you can also use a small piece of rubber if you wish.
Connecting the Water Supply Lines
Once the sink and faucet are in place, attach the flexible
water supply lines to the faucets and sink drainage. After
everything is connected, dried, and secured, turn back on the
water and test everything to make sure the faucet works and
there are no leaks.
When it comes to modern bathroom sink design, you have a wide
array of options. You can mount sinks directly on top of
vanities, partially submerge them, or even have the faucet
mounted to the wall rather than the vanity itself. But
regardless of the direction you decide to go with your new
modern bathroom sink, you need to know how to properly install
it. In some cases, the best solution is to hire a professional
who has experience installing such sinks. As proficient as you
may think you are in making home repairs, sometimes it’s just
easier and less troublesome to have a professional do it.
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