411homerepair.com

Installing a New Bathroom Vanity

by Boris Dzhingarov on Sep 15, 2014

With all the use that our vanities receive, it’s little wonder that we must occasionally replace on. Maybe you just want a new look for your old bathroom. Putting in a new vanity can be an economical solution. We’ll show you how to go about it below. If you do any household repairs at all, you can likely handle this task.

Pull Out the Old Vanity

After you’ve turned off the water to this unit, unhook all the plumbing attached to the old vanity’s fixtures. You’ll want to have a plastic vessel to catch extra water beneath these pipes. You may have to cut holes in the bottom of your new vanity to make room for the household pipes to lead water to the faucet. If your old shutoff valves don’t work, you’ll have to turn off the main water supply valve and replace them before fitting the new unit. Now carefully pry, unscrew, or shimmy your old vanity until it is no longer stuck in place. Remove it from the bathroom.

Repair Paint and Wall Issues.

Now that the old vanity is out of the way, patch and repaint any problem patches you see on your newly exposed wall. You may need to remove and clean up areas of caulk gunk leftover from your vanity. Consult relevant material if your repairs and touching-up are more serious than what is hinted at here.

Measure the Space

Now measure the space that your new vanity will take up. Measure it from all sides, back and front. Sometimes these units are wider in front than in the back. Also make good use of your level, to make sure that your vanity and its shelves aren’t leaning to one side. You may need to shim or even build up the floor a little bit to achieve this, but it will make your new vanity useful in a way that a tilted vanity can never be.

Find the studs

Find and mark the studs in your wall. Then screw together any multiple cabinets you may have in a larger vanity model. Place them in what will be their final position and make sure all surfaces are level, accounting for issues with shims. Mount the cabinets directly into the studs and fit your kick panel.

Fit Faucets and Drains

This is performed before the top of the vanity and sink are mounted. When tightening fixtures to ceramic and other fragile units like sinks, don’t tighten the screws too tight! This can crack the sink. Only fit the sink/top on after all water connections are made because it will be very difficult to get underneath it to make changes later. Now all you have to do is fit the drain and caulk. Let the caulked vanity sit for at least a couple of hours before you run water through it, to make sure that it is dry. Then, providing there are no leaks, your new vanity should be ready for years of use. 

Kitchen / Bathrooms 4066 Views

Latest Articles

Innovative Materials in Modern Rainscreen Systems

In today's world of architectural advancements, the materials we use to protect and adorn our structures have evolved dramatically. Within this...

on Aug 25, 2023

Benefits of Aluminum Windows for Homeowners

Aluminum windows have emerged as a popular choice among Australian homeowners, offering a compelling combination of energy efficiency and modern...

on Aug 10, 2023

Investment Tactics for Premium Condominiums

Singapore continues to be a magnet for property investments, with its robust economy, political stability, and appealing real estate market acting...

on Aug 3, 2023

10 Essential Questions to Ask During a Sunroom and Lanai Consultation

When considering the addition of a sunroom or lanai to your home, a consultation with a professional lanai contractor is crucial. This initial...

on Jul 24, 2023

Creating Beautiful and Low-Maintenance Coastal Landscapes in Tropical Areas

Living on the coast in tropical areas offers homeowners the opportunity to enjoy stunning ocean views and a unique coastal lifestyle. To make the...

on Jul 7, 2023

Sponsored Articles

Actions

More DIY Articles

How to do a Thorough Deep Clean Before Moving In

No matter how clean your new home may look, you will still want to carry out a deep clean before you set up all of your furniture. Knowing that...

Cleaning / Maintenance

Different Drywall Types and Fire Safety

There are soundproof, moisture resistant, fire-resistant, and other drywall types. Check here what you need to know about drywall and fire safety....

Walls / Ceilings / Attics

Choosing and Maintaining the Right Diesel Water Pump

Diesel water pumps are suitable for both agricultural and industrial applications. To make optimum use of these pumps, consumers must know a few...

Garden / Landscaping / Patio

Seven Tips for Finding Great Landscape Lighting Ideas

Are you looking for some great landscape lighting ideas, but you are not sure where to find them? The good news is that coming up with good ideas...

Garden / Landscaping / Patio

Using Bridging Loans in Your Property Purchases and Renovations

The world of finance is rapidly growing especially in the field of bridging loans in many areas from parents helping their children onto the...

Real Estate / Finance

Contact Us | Submit Article | 411homerepair © 2023