Vessel Sink And Faucet Installation

Using a template image 1 mark the vanity table for drain and screw holes.

Vessel sink and faucet installation.

We chose this model because we ll be installing a vessel sink more on that another day and we learned the hard way that there are special faucets for vessel sinks. Vessel sinks can be recessed in the counter or sit on top. As previously mentioned most countertop deck mounted vessel faucets are a single hole design with the water supply lines attaching inside the faucet body. Vessel sinks also work with wall mount faucets.

You can purchase a new vanity top with precut holes or you can cut them yourself with a drill and an appropriate type of hole saw. The vessel sink basin rests completely on top of the counter or vanity when people think of vessel sinks this is the version they usually have in mind. Typically it is a good idea for you to make sure that you have the faucet installed before you have the sink secured into place. Today we want to talk to you about a our most recent install.

Pick a vanity that supports the sink at a comfortable height about 36 inches to the top of the bowl is typical. A vessel sink faucet isn t the same as a conventional high arc one. Decide on a place for the vessel sinks and faucets. Taller vanities will work but keep in mind that children might have a hard time reaching over the sink bowl.

While you will need to have the sink in place while you are making sure that it is going to be over the drain you will find that it is much easier to install the faucet without the sink in. Make a mark for the placement of the faucet and the faucet handles image 2. Since vessel sinks sit on top of the vanity installation is easier because you can avoid costly and difficult sink cut outs you need to only cut one hole for the drain. Faucet installation is typically done first when dealing with vessel sinks since its easier to work without a large sink in the way.

Vessel sinks are a status symbol of luxury and sophistication they instantly add elegance and charm to your bathroom and definitely give it that wow factor. Instead of a high looping spout it has a long body that brings the spout just above the sink rim which reduces splashing that occurs when the spout is too high. After a drain hole of 1 5 8 to 1 3 4 is drilled no additional cutting of the countertop is required. Bring in the vanity table and secure it in place on the floor and wall.

Pros and cons of vessel sinks pros. This sexy beast of a moen faucet. A vessel sink installation requires drilling holes into the vanity top or countertop for the sink drain and faucet if it is a deck mount type.