Pedestal Sinks: The Pros and Cons of Installing a Pedestal Sink | This Plumber Doesn’t Like Them

Jim, the Grumpy Plumber, shares his opinion on pedestal sinks. Why pedestal sinks are hard too plumb and how to attach to a wall when installing a pedestal sink.

The plumbing gods invented pedestal sinks to make a plumber grumpy.

Jim breaks down the pros and cons of installing a pedestal sink, for a DIY’er to a professional plumber. You may end up paying more for future repairs of the faucets, one of many things to consider before you install a pedestal sink in your home.

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[maryrankin]

Oh my. We watched this and STILL decided to put in a pedestal sink. Having put it in and out 5 times now I wish we has listened!

[sumbamotor]

Your advice just came from heaven to me...I was about to make the mistake of installing one...then I thought of my Grand Children...Thank You so much

[calebwilliams]

I appreciate the straightforward to the point advice (there are enough "how to" videos). I was on the fence about which to do and this was super helpful to give another perspective without having to dig through a boring video with useless filler.

[jenniferhogan]

Bought a house built in 1940 - bathroom is tiny. I thought a pedestal sink would give illusion of more room. Thanks for your channel helping me move forward on my diy projects

[texasred]

Good info. Unfortunately, for some of us with old houses that have smaller bathrooms, a vanity isn't an option. Good to know about the backer board.

[jackyfelder]

I was thinking of a pedestal sink. I've changed my mind. Thank you

[thegreatonebaby]

Good video, thanks. I tried installing one and Jesus, had nothing but problems due to changing out the sink because it cracked and the facuets. Very informative.

[genellebetsey]

Great video. I was going to get one for a newly installed power room but I think I'll shop for a small vanity now.

[-Phil]

Thumbs up! I'm building a tiny house, the pedestal sink(s) are minimalist and appropriate for my needs ... and per your advice, I will use wood block and stud directly for solid support, the dry-waller can get creative around it if necessary. Utmost blessings!

[zhizhong]

Great tips. I installed a new faucet recently on a pedestal sink and yes it was a huge pain. I had a tough time using the basin wrench.

[bridgetbean]

You’re full of good videos! I watched a bunch on your other channel before we went to Hawaii in March. And now here I am learning about pedestal sinks 😅 Who’d thunk.

[xmalandy]

I'm 71 with a bad back. Like to do things myself but any repair on the pedestal and my back hurts for 3 days.

[jamescalifornia]

Mine is actually fastened properly into the wall. The pedestal pulls away fairly easy.

[boomcity]

I just installed a pedestal sink for the guest bathroom. I don’t like vanity sinks because when the plumbing leaks water soaks the wood, gets underneath causes mold, mildew, wood rot and attract roaches and rodents. That being said I agree with you that installing the pedestal sink takes time and is not fun. I started by cutting the drywall and installing a backer board. Than plastered the wall and painted the entire bathroom. Everything you said is true. It was a pain in the neck and back. I think when I do my master bathroom I going to install a vanity and install tile in the vanity with an electronic water detection system. That will be easier than installing a pedestal sink.

[moelo]

I’m considering changing the vanity I have to a pedestal sink in the powder room. It’s a small space for sink and toilet only, thinking it may freshen up the house built 1989. Hope I don’t regret it lol..

[mgreen]

My plumber complained when he installed one for me. Recently the faucet broke and I had to replace it. After struggling with a pliers, I you tubed it and found that a basin wrench was needed. Although the cheapest version of the tool cost as much as the faucet set, it made the job easy and I fixed it in no time. Bonus: no complaining plumber and high bill.

[Red_Twizzler]

Thank you for this video. I’m going to refer customers to this one. Expect to pay the price for a luxury fixture!!

[Splattervision-qhsd]

I hate vanities, I’ll work on a pedestal sink any day. They aren’t that bad. And you don’t have all the crap to remove from the cabinet. Then worming your way in there and trying to get to the faucet connections? You can have it :) It’s funny, U.K. Plumbers don’t seem to mind them and apparently they’re much more common over there. Americans hate dealing with them but I don’t understand why. I also like the way they look. A master bathroom needs a vanity tho for sure.

[mhom]

I am waiting until my pedestal sink clogs totally before I unclog the drain, or, I will remove the pedestal and install a new vanity instead of unclogging. It was such a pain when I unclogged it years ago.

[pmgolf]

Also they are used Alot of times in my experience where there isnt much space, Like you said a half bath, Or even a small full bathroom/OLD