A Complete Guide to Sink Installation

Do you have a sink that you need to install?

Whether it’s kitchen sinks or bathroom sinks, we can all agree that sink installation can be a stressful process. But what if you can’t hire an expert to help you with the installation?

Sink installation shouldn’t be as difficult as we fear! You want to set aside 4 to 6 hours, grab a permanent marker, and have a garbage bag nearby.

Here’s our quick guide on a sink installation:

Drill Holes

The first step is to drill holes in the place you want to install your sink. Make sure you measure your area to fit your sink.

Use your permanent marker to draw an outline of where you’ll install your sink. You can read all about installation here to find out how to add your sink lift brackets.

These brackets are what hold your sink in place and make it easier to install.

Add Sealant

The next step is to add sealant to the sink. This makes sure that the sink can stick when you install it.

The sealant should get places on all edges of the sink. Make sure you apply a few coats to ensure that it sticks. You might want to use gloves for this step to ensure your fingers don’t get stuck!

Mount Your Sink

Now you can mount your sink into the open space. Make sure you do this carefully so you can align it as you need.

You’ll have to connect your sink to the pipes during this time. You might have to drill the space open to mount your sink.

This is the most time-consuming part of the process so you want to make sure there aren’t any disturbances.

Secure Your Sink

Once your sink gets mounted you want to make sure you secure it. This is when you fasten your sink using nuts and bolts.

If you want, you can ask a friend to help you with this process. Make sure you shake the sink after you insert the bolts. You want to make sure that it’s fastened in place.

You might also want to use silicone or sealant to keep the bolts in place. Even after you secure your sink, you might want to wait a few hours for the sink to remain in place.

It’s best to use the sink as little as possible during the first few days. This ensures that there aren’t any accidents. You want to make sure the sealant dries off and that the fixtures remain in place.

You’re Ready for Sink Installation

Follow these steps and you’ll have no problem with sink installation. When you buy your sink, you also want to pay attention to any special instructions that are included.

Make sure you take time to find a great sink that’ll fit your space. You want to also ask about how simple the installation process is.

Invest in strong nuts and bolts and a sealant so you can keep your sink in place. Please share this guide with anyone else who needs to install a sink. You can find more DIY tips on our website.