Removing a Wall-Mounted Bathroom Sink

Adding a fresh, new sink is an easy do-it-yourself project that will spectacularly enhance the visual appeal of any bathroom. There are a few different styles of bathroom sinks. The most popular designs are wall-mounted and counter top sinks. Both have the same basic principle when it comes to replacing or installing them but the differences are obvious enough that they require different explanations.

First, you will need to begin by disconnecting the plumbing. This includes turning off the water supply. Normally there is a shut off valve located under most bathroom sinks. In the case that there is no shut off valve you will just need to turn the water off via the main water supply valve. Safety is always number one, so be sure and test the faucet you are replacing to ensure the water was shut off properly.

Second, you will need to place an empty bucket under the sink’s trap. Begin by loosening the slip nuts on the trap and then proceed to remove it. You will want to empty any water that is in the trap by dumping it into the bucket. Now would be the time to remove the tailpiece, which is connected to the drain assembly (if there is one.). You will now disconnect the supply lines frm the faucet. Upon disjunction of the lines, all plumbing should be disconnected from the sink, and you are ready to move to the next step. If by chance, the wood behind the sink is rotten, you may find that the plumbing is really the only support holding the sink in place. If this is the case then disconnecting the lines could cause it to fall, so use extreme caution in this case.

The removal of the sink may require some assistance from a helper. If you find the sink is too heavy to life on your own, I recommend that you acquire a helper before continuing.  There are a few different ways that wall-mounted sinks can be attached to the wall. If the old sink is mounted into a bracket, you should be able to lift the sink out as soon as all plumbing is disconnected. If the sink is bolted to the wall, have your helper hold the sink in place while you remove the bolts. Once this is done you will be free to move the sink.

Now that you have the old sink removed you can move onto the installation process.
The only issue now is whether to install a pedestal sink, another wall-mounted sink, or to add a brand new cabinet and counter top sink. There are different installation processes for all three types so be sure the installation information coincides with the particular sink that you choose.