How to install a sink with a pedestal?

One of the very first premises, where we must go in the morning, is the bathroom. It is here that we put ourselves in order, therefore such a thing as a washbasin becomes simply an irreplaceable plumbing device. Today, there is a huge assortment of all kinds of shells on offer, among which mydodyrs( equipped with a nightstand for storing bathtubs) are also very popular, as well as pedestal sinks, which make it possible to take care of yourself as conveniently as possible.

After the purchase of the device you will need to install a washbasin with a pedestal. Of course, you can ask for help in the service department by the type "Husband for an hour" and use the services of a specialist. But do not be surprised if for installation of the product the master will ask for a tidy sum, because this process is quite laborious, requires perseverance, patience and considerable amount of time. Despite all of the above nuances, even a beginner can cope with the installation of the washbasin. You just need to carefully study how to install a sink with a pedestal, and to understand this issue we will help right now.

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Features of the design

Probably, it will be superfluous to explain to the older generation what a washstand is like. But young people may wonder what the design of this product is, because today there are a lot of newfangled devices for washing, which are always trying to push back a long-developed device.

The tulip washbasin consists of a sink and a pedestal( legs), due to which the bowl is at the appropriate height.

Important! The pedestal perfectly copes with the function of camouflaging an unsightly water pipe and sewer pipes, along which water flows to the washbasin, and, conversely, from it to the drains.

The main advantages of

Many people think that the simple design of such a shell can not boast of a lot of advantages. However, this is not so, since the installation of a sink with a pedestal opens a whole series of positive moments before you:

• Compactness - individual products can have small dimensions that solve the problem of small dimensions of the bathroom.
• Although nothing can be placed on the pedestal except the pipeline, but due to the fact that the pedestal has an elegant form, there is a large space on the floor next to it, on which you can additionally put a small bedside table or a row of shelves for things.
• The cost of a shell directly depends on the material from which it was made. A simple design does not in any way make the price of the product higher, which means that you do not have to overpay for convenience of use and its dignity.
• The process of installing a sink with a pedestal is reduced to fixing on the wall only a few fasteners, which are the key to the strength of the fastener for the entire washbasin.

Important! To devote a large amount of time will need to properly install the siphon and mixer, but these actions are always carried out, with absolutely any kind of shell.

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Classification of

If we consider design differences:

• , washbasins can be equipped with separate components - a washbasin and a connecting support;
• is a solid, solid device that can not be divided.

Also in the stores there are models with a semi pedestal( short version of the pedestal).This leg is difficult to call a support, because it does not have an emphasis on the floor. But here there is an advantage - the sink can be placed at any convenient height for you.

Important! Often, if the house is equipped with several bathrooms, one such sink with a pedestal is installed especially for young children who willingly and with pleasure use their personal equipment.

Mounting the sink with pedestal can be done near the wall or in the corner. The latter option more rationally uses the space of the bathroom, occupying previously vacant space.

Important! Washbasins are made from faience, porcelain, copper, glass, stainless steel, stone on an artificial and natural basis. Despite the fact that faience models are the most popular, stone and glass specimens are also often chosen by consumers who want to decorate the bathroom in an unusual and stylish way.

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What you need to know before going to the store?

First, take a look at the room where the washbasin will be installed. Perhaps you want to rearrange the machine or move the nightstand to some other place. After determining the place where the sink with the pedestal will be installed, determine the maximum allowable size of the washbasin.

Important! Experts advise to focus on the length of the plumbing fixture at 55-65 cm. As experience shows, the smaller bowl contributes to the spraying of water, and the larger one will be the center of attention, which, given the bathroom styling, is not very good.

If to speak about appearance, then:

• To the bowl, the shape of which has right angles, it is recommended to select a cubic pedestal.
• The round shape allows you to select a rounded support.

The washbasin can additionally be equipped with a hole that is intended for the mixer. In this case, you need to be ready to fix the additional stub. It is advisable to immediately check everything in the store.

Important! The best options are the washbasins, where an opening for overflow is provided. If there is an emergency situation, and the water starts to go beyond the edges of the sink, it will not fall to the floor, but will immediately go into sewage.

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Step-by-step installation instructions for

To install a sink with pedestal, it is necessary to arm with a set of required tools, such as:

• Drill.
• The level used in construction, which verifies the vertical and horizontal nature of the surface.
• Drills with carbide tips.
• Several types of keys.
• Dowels, cushioning elements and plugs.
• Hammer.
• Screws and screws, which are used in plumbing.
• Linen tow, sealing connections with thread.
• Marking accessories( marker or pencil).
• Dowels.
• Silicone-based sealer.

Preparatory stage

In the place where you decided to install a sink with a pedestal, you should mark up. This is done as follows:

• Pick up the marker and, orienting to the top edge of the bowl, draw a straight line.

Important! It will be more accurate, if you lay it, focusing on the seams of ceramic tiles. The accuracy of the markup can be verified by attaching a building level.

• Then the bowl should be brought to the wall plane, tightly pressed, while the upper edge of the bowl and the line just drawn should coincide.
• Now, on the back of the product, use the marker to place the attachment points.
• Check the wall for reliability for installing the washbasin. If you think that the wall is not strong enough, then first you need to create a supporting frame.

Important! Note that the floor must also be flat, otherwise - even a very expensive product will start to swing.

All existing flaws are eliminated by applying a cement paste. If your wall construction does not cause you any fear, then you can proceed to the preparation of holes and the base under the pedestal:

1. Using a perforator, in the required places, drill the holes, the diameter of which should be slightly smaller than the size of the dowels.
2. In the voids formed inside, place the glue and spacer dowels.

Installation of a washbasin, siphon and mixer

In the process of installing a sink with a pedestal your task:

1. Screw into self-tapping holes. They are designed to secure the sink, which will then be put on the bowl. It must be combined with the pedestal in such a way that the drain hole is in the center of the structure.
2. Now it is necessary to put cushioning tires on the fasteners and carefully, so as not to damage the integrity of the product, screw the mold to the wall plane.

At this installation work concerning the washbasin is finished, you can start the installation of the mixer and siphon. To do this:

1. The siphon outlet part should be attached to the sink.
2. Place a mesh in the drain hole that is equipped with a screw and a gasket.
3. It is absolutely necessary to use a cushioning material that ensures a tight fit of the sink without the formation of distortions and cracks.
4. Then screw in the screw and lock the siphon to the outlet.
5. In turn, the branch pipe must take its place in the socket of the sewer pipe. Of course, a sink with a pedestal, like any other plumbing model, should be equipped with a mixer, which consists of a tap and a flexible hose connected to a water pipe. When installing the mixer, use a special winding, in the role of which the FSM tape is often used. It compacts the parts at the joints of parts and protects the device from leaks. to the table of contents ↑

   Subtleties of the

   semi-pedestal installation. Only the owner of the bathroom, where the sewer is located in the wall plane, can allow himself a washbasin consisting of a bowl and a semi pedestal, and the drain is 0.5 meters from the floor. It is especially important not to forget about this nuance in the process of building a private house from scratch.

   Important! Of course, adjustments can be made to any pipeline system, however, this procedure can only be entrusted to highly qualified specialists.

   So, if you take into account all the features, and there is no longer any interference with the installation of a washstand with a pedestal, you can start installing it using one of the popular methods.

   Springs

   The installation variant of the support using the spring fastening consists of the following stages:

   1. Connect the washbasin to the wall.
   2. Place the spring in the hole of the metal hinge that is in the bottom of the sink.
   3. Distribute the hinge bolts at the ends and secure them with nuts.
   4. Install the pedestal.

   

   Studs

   The installation of the shell foot with studs, in the first place, involves installation work in the washbasin. Moreover, the studs, which are intended for fixing the semi-pedestal, are fixed in the wall structure together with the fastening elements for the bowl. It is on these studs and put on the support of the product, in the top place the sealing nuts and washers.

   Important! In order not to damage the integrity of the shell, they must be rotated very carefully.

   Suspension shelf

   Some owners prefer wash basins that are located on a hanging shelf made of the same material as the bowl. Too much popularity this method of installation does not yet use, but designers argue that it is behind this placement option - the future of plumbing devices.

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   Possible errors in mounting

   Inattention or inexperience when installing a sink with pedestal can lead to errors that will subsequently affect operation. The most common errors are:

   1. Tilt the washbasin sideways. This can happen if the mounts are not in a straight line. You can eliminate a small slope by adjusting the mount. If the slope is quite large, then to fix the problem you will need to install a new fixing hole.
   2. Leakage of plumbing or sewerage. The most common cause of this problem are poorly tightened joints. They should be tightened again, and the joints of the sewage pipes should be smeared with silicone.
   3. The gap between the sink and the wall. In this case, inevitably getting water on the wall, which eventually lead to dampness and deterioration of the coating. The gap must necessarily be sealed with a silicone sealant.
   4. Wash basin "walks".The reason for this may be poorly tightened self-tapping screws or uneven floor under the pedestal. In the first case, you need to carefully tighten the screws, so as not to damage the shell. In the second - it is necessary to dismantle the equipment, to level the base, only after that to re-install the structure.
   5. The water in the sink is poor. Difficulties with water runoff can arise due to kinks or twisting of the corrugation. It is necessary to carefully inspect the tapping. If it has kinks or twists, then loosen the joints and try to straighten the corrugation.

   The installation of a sink with a pedestal is quite a feasible task for many. It takes quite a bit of time, patience and careful observance of all the instructions. As a result, you will get a well-established washstand that can function irreproachably for many years.