Caulk Pedestal Sink To Wall

Plumbers like to stick them to the wall.

Caulk pedestal sink to wall.

Prevent water damage and improve the look of your bathroom in no time by replacing deteriorating caulk from the various watertight surfaces in your bathroom. A pedestal sink sits on a base. Under the sink you will see a couple of holes that allow the installer to secure fasteners into the wall. If the pedestal requires anchors insert them into their respective holes and tighten according to the manufacturer s.

Follow manufacturer s instructions for locating the sink brace. When someone has used adhesive the sink is very difficult to remove without damaging the drywall. It has a grainy texture and appearance. Caulk or grout around the pedestal base to secure it to the floor.

Attach the brace with angle driven screws. This prevents moisture from getting trapped behind your sink and facilitating mold and mildew growth. In most cases the sink is held to the wall at these locations and then caulked around the perimeter. Inspectors like to see the caulk too.

Remove any old caulk from the edge of the sink with a utility knife. Caulk is a soft material that cuts easily and stretches when pulled. Use sanded caulk any time you use sanded grout and in joints 1 8 inch or wider. When someone has used adhesive the sink is very difficult to remove without damaging the drywall.

Don t cauilk it at your own risk. Sanded caulk has particles in it that help it adhere to wet surfaces and expand in larger gaps without cracking. Squeeze the trigger and pull the caulk gun along the crack. Under the sink you will see a couple of holes that allow the installer to secure fasteners into the wall.

There isn t a whole lot holding a pedestal sink to a wall. A pedestal sink sits on a base. Cut a hole in the wall spanning from stud to stud and then cut a piece of 2 8 to fit snugly between the studs. Optional move the stop valves closer to the trap in order to hide them behind the pedestal.

Caulk can be either sanded or unsanded. It s necessary to caulk around the base of the pedestal and the area where the rear of the sink bowl meets the wall. Unsanded caulk has a smooth appearance and texture. Hold the gun at a 45 degree angle.