And in the bathroom, the facing works are completed . An experienced tiler will remake the water supply and sewage system in such a way that only supply points will be visible from the walls. If everything is clear with the bathroom, then how to hide the sewage outlet under the sink? This question was asked by many. In fact, there are two solutions to the problem. The first is a sink with a pedestal, the second is a sink with a pedestal. Today we will pay special attention to this subject of plumbing.
Main characteristics
A sink with a pedestal can be made with a one-piece construction and a national team. When choosing, you should pay attention to the following nuances:
- The shape of the lines at both the sink and the pedestal must match. If the first element has smooth radius lines, then the second should be made in the same style.
- The presence of overflow is necessary so as not to flood the neighbors at the time of operation.
- You should not take too small a sink, otherwise during operation, water will splatter around the bathroom.
- The presence of holes under the mixer. If hidden wiring is supplied, then the hole will not be needed, and you will have to buy a plug.
Kinds
Sinks with a pedestal for the bathroom can be:
- Direct. The usual look. Such designs are characterized by compactness.
- Corner An interesting solution in small bathrooms. It takes up minimal space.
By type of assembly:
- National teams. The pedestal and sink are assembled at the installation site.
- Whole. The design is a monolith.
Shell Material:
- China. This is expensive, but aesthetically pleasing. It makes a clear, clear sound. When illuminated, illuminates, the structure is homogeneous without impurities.
- Faience. This is a budget option. It makes a dull sound, the structure is porous and heterogeneous.
- Porcelain tile. This is a new composite material that is particularly durable. Unlike the first two, if you drop something heavy, the sink will not break or crack.
Unlike other types of equipment
How is the sink with a pedestal for the bathroom different from other options? The advantages of this type of plumbing should be considered:
- Successfully hiding communications.
- Sustainability of the design. Such sinks can withstand the load, as they have an emphasis on the floor.
- If the walls in the bathroom are weak, a sink with a pedestal is most acceptable, because in this design there is emphasis on the floor.
- Beautiful aesthetic look.In a conventional sink:
- Communications are visible.
- You can not lean, as it can not withstand the load.
- This type of equipment is not suitable for weak walls.
A sink with a curbstone, in contrast to the equipment in question, has a significant plus: under the design, a useful area forms, which can be used for storage of household chemicals. But there are significant disadvantages: with a narrow space between the bathroom and the sink it will be inconvenient to clean, a dead zone will appear. And in small bathrooms, this design looks bulky.
What should I look for when buying?
Before purchasing, you should measure the output points for plumbing, the distance to the bathtub, the opening. This will help not to make a mistake with the dimensions, and the plumbing will not have to be returned to the store.
When accepting goods, you should:
- Check kit. You may need to buy a siphon, because often the manufacturer supplies his products with fairly cheap supplies. As a result, instead of bending corrugations, they can put a straight line, which in the future will lead to the appearance of an unpleasant odor from the sink.
- Check if the sink is firmly on the pedestal. The fit should be smooth, without distortions.
- You need to install the pedestal on an even place and check with the help of a level.
- And, of course, look through all the equipment for chips and scratches.
Preparation for work
Installing a sink with a pedestal with your own hands is a simple process and anyone can do it. First of all, make sure the floor is even. An uneven surface will subsequently spill over into the rocking structure. Tool and material should be prepared:
- Perforator with a drill on the tile. The nozzle must match the bolts.
- Adjustable wrenches.
- Hammer.
- Building level, marker or pencil.
- Winding (fum tape or tow).
- Silicone sealant.
A sink fastener is included with the equipment.
Installation markup
The pedestal sink is assembled and installed at the assembly site. Visually it is possible (if the area allows) to align it with respect to tile joints. An ideal option would be if the places for the holes coincide with the seams, since when inaccurate drilling, tile splitting can occur. If that doesn’t work out, then it’s okay.
The level checks the installation. If everything is normal, holes for drilling are outlined. This is done through the installation holes of the sink, which are located on the back of the equipment. The sink is pushed back and the level of the holes is checked once again relative to each other.
Preparatory work
Holes are drilled according to the markup. If they didn’t fall at the seams, it’s worthwhile to work without haste and with a little pressure so that a chip does not form on the tile or, even worse, a crack. Next, dowels are inserted and carefully hammered in with a hammer. For greater reliability, a little mortar (glue or plaster) can be pre-filled into the hole.
Check the place under the pedestal. It should be even. If necessary, the plane must be aligned. The washbasin with pedestal must not swing after installation.
Next, it is necessary to assemble the drain element according to the instructions attached to the plumbing. It is recommended that you use rubber bands. They should be installed on both sides in the center and without gaps. This will help prevent leaks at the time of use. Next, the screw securing the mesh into the drain hole is tightened. An outlet corrugation is connected to the siphon, which is mounted in the sewer outlet.
Installation of equipment
It should be noted that the corner sink with a pedestal is mounted in a similar way.
The installation bolts are not completely screwed into the dowels; they leave a gap so that a sink can be put on them. Do not forget about the sealing washers. Next, a sink is installed. Bolts should be tightened carefully. If you pull it too tight, the tile may crack. Twist two turns in turn each bolt.
Mixer installation
Before this, turn off the water supply. The mixer is mounted using flexible hoses to the water outlet points. Most often, when tiling, these points are made above the sewer hole, which makes it easy to hide the entire wiring in a pedestal. A technological hole is provided for the mixer in the sink. For connection of hoses use reeling. It will further prevent leakage, ensuring a snug fit.
After that, they put a pedestal under the sink. To seal the junction of the sink and wall using a sealant. As a rule, choose white. The installation of the sink with the pedestal is completed. Now you should check the operability of the equipment.
Mistakes
Basic installation errors:
- The slope of the sink indicates that the marking is not done according to the level. A slight flaw can be removed by adjusting the mounting bolts.
- Leaking water and sewer wiring. Tighten the connection points with an adjustable wrench, if necessary, pass joints with sealant.
- The gap between the sink and the wall. It must be sealed with sealant.
- There is a mixer. Tighten the mount.
- The sink is swinging. There may be two reasons. If this is an uneven floor, you will have to remove the pedestal and level the base. The second reason is the shell mounting bolts. They must be tightened.
- Water does not leave in the sink. This can occur if the corrugation is twisted, or a bend has formed. Defects should be removed and mounted back.
Since it is not difficult to install a sink with a pedestal, a beginner in construction may very well do this. The main thing is to carry out the preparatory work correctly and comply with the installation technology.