How To Replace A Vanity Sink

Replacing a vanity sink is a relatively simple plumbing project that can be completed in a few hours. By following these steps, you can save yourself the cost of hiring a plumber.

Materials you'll need:

New vanity sink
Faucet
P-trap
Supply lines
Plumber's putty
Wrench
Pliers
Screwdriver
Bucket

Step 1: Turn off the water supply

The first step is to turn off the water supply to the sink. There should be two shut-off valves under the sink, one for the hot water and one for the cold water. Turn both valves clockwise to turn off the water.

Step 2: Disconnect the water supply lines

Once the water supply is turned off, you can disconnect the water supply lines from the sink. Use a wrench to loosen the nuts that connect the lines to the sink. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this can damage the lines.

Step 3: Disconnect the drain

Next, you need to disconnect the drain from the sink. The drain is the pipe that carries water from the sink to the sewer. To disconnect the drain, you will need to loosen the nuts that hold it in place. Be careful not to drop the nuts down the drain.

Step 4: Remove the old sink

Once the water supply lines and drain are disconnected, you can remove the old sink. To do this, simply lift the sink up and out of the vanity. Be careful not to damage the vanity or the sink.

Step 5: Install the new sink

Now you can install the new sink. To do this, simply place the sink in the vanity and connect the water supply lines and drain. Make sure to use plumber's putty to seal the connections.

Step 6: Install the faucet

Once the sink is installed, you can install the faucet. To do this, simply insert the faucet into the hole in the sink and tighten the nuts that hold it in place. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this can damage the faucet.

Step 7: Turn on the water supply

Once the faucet is installed, you can turn on the water supply. Check for leaks around the connections. If you find any leaks, tighten the nuts until the leaks stop.