Ill be replacing my bathroom sink. Can anyone share a helpful tips on how to do it?
just be sure to install the faucet first, that's the only tip I have
While you are replacing the sink and the faucets it would be a good idea to replace the shut off valves these tend to go bad over the years and you would hate having to tear it out again.
Is this a pedestal sink, a drop in sink, or a molded sink? Make sure you have the shut off valves in the off position (top of valve to the right or clockwise to shut off). If your home is an older home and does not have shut off valves (requiring you to shut off water to the entire house or section of home) then by all means install shut off valves before you attempt to install a new sink. You may not need a new faucet, but for the cost of a new one vs replacing your old one I would recommend a new faucet and drain setup. I prefer the white Silicone (plumbers) tape to the goop. For the drain get plumbers putty even if the directions say you can use the gasket paper or cardboard gasket that comes with the new drain. Dry fit everything before you permanently install it especially the PVC or metal drain parts. It is much easier to install the faucet before you drop in the sink or place the modeled counter top sink in place. There are special considerations for a pedestal sink.
The most important thing that i have found is to dry-fit all plumbing connections before soldering or bonding. You should also hook everything up and fit the sink properly beforehand. Then mark each connection before tearing apart and gluing or soldering the joints.
