Detailed instructions that will help you correctly install a stainless steel sink on a cabinet with your own hands

Kitchen design plays an important role in the life of every person.
After all, delicious and healthy food is prepared here, and the whole family gathers at the table in the morning, at lunch and in the evening. To make spending time in the kitchen enjoyable and preparing meals convenient, you need to carefully consider the choice of furniture items, of which there are quite a few. In this article we will discuss how to properly make a cabinet with your own hands under the sink.

Choosing a cabinet when you need hanging models

Wall-mounted furniture is considered the best for small spaces. Leaving the floor free, it visually enlarges the room and simplifies cleaning. But this is not all the advantages of fashionable plumbing and furniture.

The undeniable advantages of suspended models ↑

A wall-hung cabinet with a sink has the following advantages:

The bathroom floor is equipped with a heating system. This means that the furniture for this room must either stand on legs or be hung on the wall. If you remember how the metal coating of the legs is affected by constant humidity, the choice becomes obvious. A wall-hung cabinet under the sink is the best solution in this case. For those with tall or, conversely, very miniature stature, it is better to adjust the height of the sink mounting to suit themselves. And wall-mounted models are ideal for these purposes. For rooms with a small area, owners often choose a layout in which the washing machine is located under the washbasin. This composition looks more aesthetically pleasing if a hanging cabinet is installed under the sink in the bathroom. In order to place a communications system behind a bedside table that stands on legs, you often have to cut holes in its back wall. Installing a wall-hung sink does not have such inconveniences. The flying design visually makes the room more spacious, adds lightness and weightlessness

This is especially important if a massive, most often double, sink is chosen. The wall-mounted cabinet eliminates the heaviness of the washbasin

Installation of a wall-mounted sink, despite all its advantages, has a number of limitations:

1. First of all, when installing a bedside table, the reliability of the fastenings is important. Therefore, if the bathroom has flimsy walls, made, for example, from plasterboard, you should not choose a wall-mounted model. But don't rush to despair! If your renovation is still at the planning stage, simply provide embeds in the wall for further installation.
2. If it is not possible to hide the sewer pipe in the wall, you should not install a wall-hung sink for aesthetic reasons. After all, the appearance of such a structure under the cabinet is not very pleasing to the eye.

Variety of models - what are the types of hanging cabinets ↑

Hanging bedside tables for bathrooms can be divided into several categories:

• by location: corner and classic;
• by type of sink: with mortise and overlay bowl;
• according to the type of material: wooden, made of MDF, chipboard, etc.;
• with and without table top.

For miniature bathrooms, it is better to choose corner models. Bedside tables equipped with a tabletop are much more convenient to use.

Creative ideas and practical tips ↑

Mounted models open up the widest possibilities for creativity. Some interesting ideas for proper organization of space:

1. A practical option is to choose a hanging cabinet with a built-in towel rack or an open shelf for storing them. This will help keep the room tidy and make it feel more spacious.
2. An additional highlight of the bathroom can be the installation of lower lighting. A pebble path with built-in lamps mounted under the sink will also look very beautiful. This will give the room charm and mystery.
3. When choosing a double sink for a bathroom, it is better to choose a long mirror that matches the size of the cabinet. This way the composition will look complete.
4. A hanging cabinet with a sink makes it possible to conveniently place a children's high chair! Is it difficult for your child to reach the faucet due to his short stature? Provide a stable stool for him, hiding under the structure with the washbasin.

Types of overhead sinks

Kitchen overhead models are available in a wide range of types, sizes and shapes. Which model to choose for the kitchen? To select it you need to rely on:

• dimensions;
• layout;
• material of manufacture;
• prices;
• own preferences.

The most important thing is that the kitchen sink is comfortable, practical and does not cause much trouble in cleaning

Stainless steel sink

One of the popular types is a stainless steel sink. It is different:

• popularity;
• simplicity and elegance;
• ease of installation;
• durability;
• strength.

Stainless steel kitchen sink

Enameled

This type of sink is more often found in old buildings or as an element of retro style. They are inferior in quality to modern models:

• weight;
• difficult installation.

The most common option is an enamel sink

Ceramic

The material includes:

• porcelain;
• or faience.

Ceramic is popular and in demand

Fake diamond

The product has the following advantages:

• durable;
• stainless;
• durable.

A stone sink will be appropriate in any interior style.

Advantages of a cabinet under the sink

As mentioned above, one of the advantages of using it is its decorative function. Although modern plumbing products have a beautiful appearance, they visually load the space and create a cluttered effect. In addition, over time, the appearance of all pipes and other fixtures tends to deteriorate. Therefore, the use of such cabinets organizes the space in the room, and the interior looks stylish and neat.

Making your own bedside table is worth it to those who have the skills to work with furniture.

In addition, the cabinet is functional, since it usually contains shelves. They are usually used for cleaning detergents, powders, shampoos and other cosmetics and household products.

Step-by-step description of the work

A wood vanity table should be treated with an antiseptic to prevent mold and mildew from spoiling its appearance.

Using the existing material and tools, you can begin to create parts that will subsequently serve to assemble the cabinet. To make a sink that suits you, you should determine the height and width corresponding to the back wall of the cabinet, and according to these figures, try to prepare boards of the given length and in the required quantity. To do this, you need to use edged boards that have the same thickness along the entire length and perfectly straight ends. Then, on a flat surface, for example, on the ground, lay out these boards so as to obtain a shield, which must be assembled by attaching prepared bars to them, which are placed on self-tapping screws.

After this, you can begin to knock together the side walls of the sink, the assembly method of which is the same as in the case of the back wall, only different dimensions are used here. Experts advise preparing side walls whose height will be from 75 to 80 cm

There is an important difference in the assembly of the side walls from the back. It consists in the fact that the transverse bars that unite the boards into a single shield at the side walls are located on one side, while the upper transverse bar belonging to the rear wall should be located on the back side of the wooden slab

The remaining parts of the structure, such as the front door of the bedside table, its lower and upper transverse panels, are cut out according to the existing dimensions and connected using self-tapping screws. In the process of preparing the sash, remember that its characteristics, such as length and width, must be equal to the dimensions corresponding to the rear wall.

For those who wish to make an original sink facade, a suitable option is to attach not one, but two sashes, which will externally resemble window shutters. In this case, the door leaf should be cut in half and used for fastening twice as many hinges and screws.

Additional Notes

Before you start work, you should decide on the choice of materials. It is not at all necessary to take only chipboard or boards; you can use plywood or fiberboard.

• Nails may be used as fastening elements instead of self-tapping screws.
• In order for the product to fit perfectly into the size of the sink, you should use a level that will help control the horizontalness of the structure. The coating can be made not only with varnish, but also with paint. The quality of the product will not suffer from this. When choosing paint, you should rely on your taste.
• Instead of a brush, you can use a spray bottle. This will make the job easier. It is recommended to start from the size of the sink and siphon. They must be integral with the manufactured product. This interior element will last for many years.
• It is good to saturate the chipboard with silicone to prevent the negative effects of moisture, because the sink is located above the structure, and drops of water will fall on the surface of the product.

Thus, with certain skills, a do-it-yourself washbasin cabinet can be designed and manufactured in just a few hours.

Installation process

Sometimes the cost of installing a vanity cabinet can be too high. However, if you have minimal skill in handling tools, then all this can easily be done with your own hands. The main thing is to correctly connect the sink to the sewer and water supply.

Before you begin assembly, you should prepare everything you need:

• washbasin cabinet;
• sink;
• screws and screwdriver;
• impact drill;
• metal corners;
• siphon and mixer;
• metal-plastic pipes;
• silicone sealant.

How to assemble a cabinet

There is nothing unusual or complicated in assembling the cabinet. It is enough to check the completeness of the package and carefully study the instructions that come with the kit. Assembly must be carried out strictly according to the instructions. The main task is to ensure that all structural elements are properly fixed.

How to attach a sink

The greatest difficulty in assembly is installing the sink on the cabinet. Initially, you should install the mixer - make sure that it does not dangle or rotate. The faucet needs to be connected to the water supply.

It is better not to use standard bends from the kit. They are braided with metal, which rusts over time and leaks form. It is better to use bends made of metal-plastic. Next, you need to install a siphon and screw it to the drain hole of the sink.

We install the assembled structure on the cabinet and move it close to the wall in the right place. We mark on the wall the places where the fasteners will be located. The holes for the mounting bolts are located on the back of the sink. After moving the cabinet away from the wall, you should make holes in the right places.

After the dowels are installed, the cabinet is put in place and the sink is secured with bolts. The outlets are connected to the water supply and sewerage systems. It is better to treat the joints with silicone sealant to prevent leakage.

Manufacturing and assembly of the cabinet

Any vanity cabinet will consist of the following elements:

• Frame. As practice shows, it is most often assembled from timber.
• Top surface. Various materials are suitable here: plastic, drywall, glass, wood.
• Sidewall. They can be made of plasterboard or plywood.
• Component parts (shelves, drawers, hanging elements).

The process of making the cabinet itself will be carried out in the following sequence:

1. The individual components of the cabinet are prepared. First, patterns are made on paper, and then the dimensions of the parts are transferred to materials chosen by the master and cut out with a jigsaw.
2. First of all, the frame of the product is assembled. During this furniture assembly process, all elements are protected with sandpaper and treated with moisture-proofing agents.
3. When installing an undermount sink, a hole is made in the countertop using an electric jigsaw. Next, the overlay strip for the top of the cabinet is cut out. It has a purely decorative role. Its dimensions should be calculated depending on the dimensions of the doors, so that there are no gaps or distortions between the decorative panel and the doors.
4. Next, the sidewalls are attached to the frame using self-tapping screws and glue. The joints of the frame are additionally reinforced with metal corners.
5. Now we install the sink into the countertop and adjust the frame of the cabinet to the washbasin.
6. Next, you can proceed to installing the doors and other attributes of the bedside table (shelves and drawers).
7. The last stage of assembly is installing the bottom. If the bedside table will stand on legs, the bottom will need to be attached at a distance of 10 cm from the floor.

Attention: the shelves are installed in the washbasin cabinet taking into account the size of the communication pipes. To install them, special profiles or fasteners for shelves are used.

Designer models

This type has little functionality, pursuing design goals. They are installed for decoration or cooling drinks. They are made of different materials: copper; bronze; glass; wood; stone.

The advantages of overhead sinks include a successful combination with any kitchen interior design.

This is one of the popular models for the kitchen. The advantages include:

• simple installation;
• democratic price.

The disadvantages are the gaps between the walls of the cabinet. Installing overhead sinks is considered a simple job, especially with standard module sizes.

This type of sink is more suitable for kitchen sets consisting of separate modules; they are easily installed in corner kitchens with standard dimensions.

Kitchen sink made of artificial stone

How to make a sink cabinet with your own hands

The process of making a cabinet for a sink is not much different from the production of any cabinet furniture. The main thing is to decide on the material, calculate all the details, purchase materials and components, check that all the necessary hand tools are available and you can start!

Material selection

You can make a sink cabinet with your own hands from two types of material, choosing a cheaper one for the body and an expensive, presentable one for the front part (doors). What the facade will be like is up to you and the choice here is huge. The facade can be made of the same material as the body, it will be cheaper.

The most budget-friendly and easiest-to-process material for making the body of a sink cabinet with your own hands is laminated chipboard

In order for a chipboard sink table to last for a long time, it is important to carefully cover the ends and treat them with sealant to protect them from swelling. MDF is much more resistant to moisture, but also more expensive. Most often, MDF is chosen to make a sink cabinet in the bathroom, since the humidity there is higher than in the kitchen

Those who know how to work with wood will prefer to use solid furniture panels, timber and plywood to make a sink table. Here the set of tools will be slightly different, designed for planing, grinding, priming and painting solid wood

Most often, MDF is chosen to make a sink cabinet in the bathroom, since the humidity there is higher than in the kitchen. Those who know how to work with wood will prefer to use solid furniture panels, timber and plywood to make a sink table. Here the set of tools will be slightly different, designed for planing, grinding, priming and painting solid wood.

In the first two cases, you can get by with a minimal set of simple working tools.

Hand tool

To make a sink cabinet with your own hands, you will need fasteners, hand tools and available materials - in general, everything that any home craftsman has. The set may vary depending on the chosen material and the work that you are ready to do yourself or delegate to the guys from the furniture workshop.

• To cut the parts to size and sand the edges, you will need a jigsaw, sandpaper and a sander. Or you can order ready-cut chipboard or MDF parts to size.
• To cover the ends with an edge, you will need an iron, a utility knife, sandpaper and melamine tape. You can also order a cut along with gluing the ends with PVC edges.
• For marking and adding (drilling assembly holes) you will need a square, tape measure, pencil, awl and electric drill with a confirmation drill, as well as 5mm and 8mm drills.
• To assemble a sink cabinet with your own hands, you need a screwdriver, a ratchet with hexagon bits and a Phillips screwdriver.
• In the case of a mortise sink, you will also need a jigsaw and a drill with a thick drill bit.

Parts calculation

The key to correctly calculating the details of a table-cabinet for a sink is a well-drawn drawing. The calculation takes into account the thickness of the material (in the case of chipboard 16mm, MDF 18mm). Be sure to check yourself - the sum of the lengths of the internal parts and the thickness of the ends must be equal to the external dimensions.

Also, based on the drawing of the sink cabinet, you can make a list of the fittings necessary for assembly. It will include kitchen adjustable legs, furniture hinges, confirmats, 4x16 screws for attaching hinges and legs, handles with screws, silicone sealant, etc.

How to assemble a sink cabinet with your own hands

If you have dealt with assembling any cabinet furniture, you will be able to assemble a sink cabinet with your own hands. To connect the body, furniture confirms and eccentrics are used (rarely). The legs are screwed into the bottom of the cabinet using self-tapping screws. The facades are installed on furniture hinges, which are then adjusted.

Installing a sink on a cabinet with your own hands differs depending on the type of sink itself:

• If the sink is mortise. The table top is attached from the inside of the cabinet using regular metal corners. But first you need to embed a sink into it. First, determine the location of the cut so that the bowl “fits” completely into the cabinet body without touching the sides and strips. Then outline the hole for the cut-in according to the template. Mark the boundaries of the cut with a thick drill and go through with a jigsaw. Carefully grind the cut-out, treat it with sealant or paint it for moisture resistance. Next, the sink is pulled onto clamps with a seal around the perimeter (included in the kit) or “sits” on the silicone.
• If the sink is an invoice. Installing a sink on a cabinet with your own hands in this case is much easier. The adjacent ends of the sidewalls are treated with silicone or painted. A fastener is placed on them from the inside, and the sink is attached to it.

Choosing a sink - type, shape, material

The choice of size and shape of the kitchen sink directly depends on the area of ​​the kitchen. All sinks are divided into 3 types:

• round;
• square;
• modified previous options (oval, rectangular, with beveled corners, etc.).

The most popular are round products. There are the following types of sinks:

1. With one bowl, which can be round or square. The first one is more spacious and suitable for small kitchens, therefore it is more common.
2. With several bowls. Installed if there is free space in the kitchen. The tap is placed between the bowls or at an angle to them.
3. With two bowls of different sizes. The smaller part of the sink is used for washing fruits, vegetables or defrosting food.
4. Corner with several bowls.
5. With additional work surface. The space is primarily used for drying clean dishes. Some sinks have holes for draining water. Sinks have one or more bowls.

• stainless steel;
• ceramics;
• artificial stone, which is divided into 2 types:
  acrylic;
• agglomerate.
• wood or stone.

The most common material is stainless steel. Nickel and chromium, which are included in the composition, contribute to a long service life without loss of appearance. Sinks can have a glossy or matte surface, ornament or texture. You can make a cabinet under any kitchen sink with your own hands. Making the item yourself is especially suitable in the case of non-standard shapes or sizes of the sink.

Installation process

In order for the sink installation process to go quickly and efficiently, you need to choose the right sealant. This will allow you to reliably and permanently protect your sink from prolonged exposure to moisture. In addition, to successfully install an overhead sink, you will need the following tools:

• electric drill;
• Screwdriver Set;
• pliers;
• silicone sealant;
• ruler;
• wood drills;
• self-tapping screws;
• masking tape;
• L-shaped fastener.

The video shows how to install a stainless steel sink on a cabinet:

Tabletop installation

For these purposes, it is important to adhere to the following action plan

1. It is necessary to draw the contours of the future sink on the countertop. For this spruce, a regular pencil will do. Be sure to take care of the indentations from the front and rear edges of at least 5 cm. After this, you can take measurements where the bowl will be concentrated. Using these measurements, it is worth drawing the outline of the hole for the sink.
2. the line along which the cut will take place should extend 1 cm outward from the sides of the bowl. Make a hole at one point of the contour. If the shape of the bowl is in the form of a rectangle, then the hole should be made in the corners of the designated contour.
3. Attach masking tape to the outside of the outlines. Thanks to it, it is possible to protect the tabletop from damage that a jigsaw can cause to it. In the process of cutting the opening, it is necessary to screw self-tapping screws into the cut to a small depth. Thus, it is possible to protect the inside from falling. The element to be removed should also be secured from below with support.
4. Treat the ends of the table top along the saw cut using silicone sealant. This way you will protect your products from moisture. Application of sealant is also possible along the drawn perimeter.
5. Insert the sink and installed mixer and siphon into the prepared opening. Secure it to the tabletop using clamps. These fasteners are included in the plumbing fixture complex. All that remains for you is to connect the mixer to the water supply and drain the product through the sewer siphon.

Here's a video of attaching the sink to the countertop from below:

The process of installing an overhead sink on a cabinet

In this case, the DIY installation process is carried out as follows:

1. Prepare the place where the bowl will be installed. It is worth turning it upside down and tracing the outline with a pencil. You can cut the hole using a jigsaw.
2. To prevent the embedded part from falling prematurely, it must be secured with 2-3 self-tapping screws.
3. After this, try on the sink to the resulting hole. If it is placed normally, you can attach it to a set, equip it with a siphon or mixer.
4. Attach the faucet to the bottom using nuts and washers. Screw flexible hoses into it.
5. The siphon is assembled using union nuts. When the sink is equipped with an overflow, it is also worth connecting it to the siphon. The finished sink is installed in a prepared place, and then connected to the water supply and sewerage system. Seal all existing spaces with sealant.

The video shows how to attach a countertop sink to a cabinet:

Overhead sinks can be produced in various sizes. All of them are standardized to the perimeter dimensions of the kitchen cabinets produced. The most popular sizes include:

Overhead sinks are a very convenient product to install and use. Thanks to the wide range, every housewife will be able to choose the best option for her kitchen set. The reasonable price allows almost anyone to purchase the product.

Positive and negative sides

The floor-mounted corner cabinet is quite common in modern kitchens. It has several advantages:

• Takes up much less space, saving space. To achieve such a positive effect, you need to correctly select all the other attributes of the kitchen set.
• High level of ergonomics. You can place quite a lot of things in such cabinets. Many headset models are complemented by several sliding systems and a set of drawers. This way you can choose the desired level of comfort and functionality.
• The practicality of the design allows you to access the entire space, using it to solve various problems. For example, an L-shaped cabinet provides a full view of the entire site, while trapezoidal structures accommodate special rotating trailers. Such systems can move outside, providing easy access to all their parts.
• Modern design. Cabinets are made in a wide variety of colors, which allows you to choose them to suit any interior style.

But a kitchen cabinet of this type is not universal and has several negative characteristics:

• A relatively small container can be placed inside the box to collect waste. This creates discomfort for families of several people.
• The reliability of this system is much lower than direct designs. This is due to their shape, which does not withstand various physical stresses well.
• High cost compared to standard modifications.

Choosing an installation method

The question of possible installation options for the cabinet is decided after choosing its shape and type. The sink cabinet can be mounted in three ways:

1. The model is installed on the floor. The floor structure is stable. You can store heavy equipment (powder, chemicals) in it. It stands on legs or on a monolithic plinth.
2. Mounted to the wall without contacting the floor surface. The model is called suspended. Only a strong wall is suitable for mounting the structure to withstand the load. The installation process itself will require more skills. You should not choose a complex hanging model. This will cause her weight to increase.
3. Installation location: corner of the room, on the floor or as a suspended structure. This model is preferred in a small room. The arrangement of the furniture allows you to use a small area, in this case adding valuable square centimeters for use.

Bathroom sinks are mounted flush-mounted or installed on the surface of a furniture countertop (overlay bowl).

Manufacturing process: step-by-step instructions

The process of making a cabinet for a sink with your own hands should be divided into several stages.

Preparation. We draw a drawing of the sink cabinet on paper, based on measurements taken on site and your design wishes.

Model of a kitchen cabinet under the sink with the specified dimensions of width, length and height

Manufacturing of parts. Following the drawing data, we cut out the side walls, bottom and doors from plywood. In the case where the sink is countertop, a countertop is not needed. If the sink is mortise, transfer the dimensions to the countertop canvas and cut it out with a jigsaw. The remaining parts of the cabinet are also cut out with a jigsaw, and if you don’t have one, then using a hacksaw for metal will be more correct, since it causes fewer chips. Sand the edges with sandpaper.

Sawing parts for the cabinet of the required sizes

Side walls for sink cabinet

Assembly of frame parts. We start by attaching the walls of the cabinet with crossbars. This can be done in two ways - fastened with internal steel corners or connected with screws, then you need to take thicker plywood. Screw the bottom onto the screws. Attaching crossbars to prepared side walls

Attaching the lower base by driving screws directly into the fixed crossbars

To fix the top of the cabinet we use the upper crossbars. The back wall will be attached to one of them. We make it thin, out of cardboard, and nail it onto small nails. Attaching the top crossbars to secure the top of the cabinet under the sink

Fixing the back wall of the cabinet

Installation of facades. We apply and mark the places where the hinges are attached. Drill holes for the hinges and install. Hung doors are adjustable in height. The selection of hinges should be taken seriously, since their wide opening depends on them and whether they will become loose over time. Assembly of the front frame according to the specified dimensions

Fastening cabinet doors under the sink

Decorate the appearance. If you need to paint, varnish, furniture film, screw in handles. On the inside of the door, attach a convenient pocket for a washcloth or other small items. To increase storage space, make a shelf. It should be easy to remove and put in place. To do this, a deep slot is cut from the wall in the middle, necessary for the passage of the sewer pipe. Place on bars secured with screws to the cabinet walls.

Ready-made kitchen cabinet made of chipboard for an overhead sink

To extend the service life of the product, it should be raised above the floor, placed on legs or wheels, plastic or thick rubber heels.

Stage 1. Planning - drawing up drawings, thinking through the design, measurements

So, let's assume you have already planned the design, color, additional features (like the same drawers in the plinth) and place for your future corner set. Next you need to take measurements, and then design a drawing using the data obtained.

Before taking measurements, you should determine the configuration of the corner kitchen set, which may include:

• Corner sink and cabinet underneath;
• At least 2 cabinets to the left and right of the cabinet with the sink. They can be niches for installing a washing machine, dishwasher, hob, or they can simply be storage cabinets;
• Upper sections (2-5 or more cabinets);
• Places for stationary equipment - refrigerator, stove, etc.

Advice! Vertical measurements must be taken at three points - in the middle, along the baseboard, under the ceiling. This will help level out the difference in measurements due to the curvature of the walls.

It is possible to design, complete the elements and assemble a kitchen, even if you only have a simple diagram drawn on graph paper or on a sheet of notebook in a square, where, for example, 1 square corresponds to 10 cm. But it is better to make a well-thought-out drawing, that is, a full-fledged three-dimensional color project using a special program such as “PRO100”.

When drawing up the drawing, you will also need to take into account the place where the gas pipe is inserted and the place where the hood is installed (passage of the air duct route). A diagram or drawing is created with maximum detail, after which a material cutting map is drawn up. And for this, in turn, a list of assembly parts for each module is required. As a rule, to assemble a cabinet you will need:

• Top;
• 2 side walls;
• Bottom;
• Shelves;
• Facades;
• The back wall is made of lightweight but durable chipboard;
• Edge (with a margin of 12%).

And, of course, the kitchen must have a countertop and an apron.

Features of the sink cabinet

When choosing bathroom furniture, you need to take into account a number of factors. The main thing is the safety of things and their quality. In other words, all things must remain dry, and various vials and bottles must remain horizontal. The material of the cabinet must be resistant to moisture, the shelves are reliable, and the doors close well.

Any bathroom furniture should be as functional as possible, but not take up much space. For a small room, the best choice is a hanging cabinet. In addition to functionality, furniture should be in harmony with other objects, as well as with tiles.

A cabinet with a tabletop implies additional space. Materials require special attention. They must be impregnated with a composition that protects against the negative effects of moisture, steam, and also protects against chemicals, bacteria and fungi.

The criteria for choosing a cabinet can be reduced to the following:

• the material from which the cabinet is made;
• dimensions;
• product type;
• harmony with the interior.

How to decide on the parameters of a cabinet

There are many options for making a bathroom vanity. It is advisable to select parameters based on financial capabilities, the intended functions of the item, style, dimensions of the bathroom, and personal preferences of the owners. Main selection criteria: type (location of the cabinet, option for installing the bowl), material from which it is made.

It’s always a pleasure to receive an original item and create a unique interior.

To make a bathroom vanity cabinet with your own hands, you will need tools.

Drawing with dimensions

Before you start making the cabinet, you will need to decide on its location. The dimensions of the furniture will directly depend on this.

Advice : experts recommend purchasing a sink before starting all work.

When calculating the size of the cabinet, the following measures are taken::

• the free space near the washbasin is measured;
• the sink is measured;
• the height of the sink is measured;
• measurements of communications are made (here it is important to pay attention to the length of the section with pipes, the diameter of the pipes and the dimensions of their exit from the walls).

After all these activities, you can begin to create a diagram of the future piece of furniture. Standard sizes:

• height – 820 mm;
• depth – 430 mm;
• width – 580 mm.

Door calculation

Particular attention should be paid to calculating the size of doors, since this determines how well they will fit and open freely. To do this you should:

1. Measure the width of the lower baseboard and table top.
2. Subtract these dimensions from the total height.
3. Subtract double edge thickness (4 mm).

The doors must be designed in such a way that they fit well to the cabinet.
With a height of 800 mm, a baseboard width of 80 mm and a tabletop of 25 mm, this value will be 691 mm (800-80-25-4).

The width of the door is calculated in this way: the total width of the cabinet is divided in half, then the width of the ends on both sides (4 mm), the gap between the doors and adjacent cabinets (2 mm each) are subtracted from the resulting value, and another 2 mm is added to be sure. That is, with a cabinet width of 800 mm, the width of each door will be 390 mm.

The width of the door is calculated using a certain formula.

Vintage vanity cabinet made from old furniture

Repurposing an old chest of drawers into a vanity unit will give your bathroom a vintage feel, as well as the warmth and coziness of a living space. Who would have thought that ordinary furniture would combine so beautifully with the shine of tiles, glass and other smooth surfaces in the bathroom! Here's how to create a stylish vanity cabinet with your own hands:

1. Draw on the lid of a chest of drawers (table/kitchen cabinet, etc.) the contours of a built-in sink or the neck of a pipe that will be connected to a countertop washbasin.
2. Cut the hole using a drill, hacksaw or saw.
3. Remove the drawers. Cut a hole in the back wall of the chest of drawers through which the water supply will be connected.
4. Cut off the backs of drawers that will interfere with the sink and pipes. Reattach the back wall using glue or nails.

Points 3 and 4 can be skipped if you are remodeling the table.

1. Restore old furniture if necessary. We have collected the best ideas for restoration with step-by-step photos for you in the article Do-it-yourself restoration of Soviet furniture.
2. Put the cabinet in place.
3. Install sink and plumbing fixtures.

The following photos show you the process of creating a bathroom vanity cabinet with your own hands - for surface-mounted and built-in washbasins.

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Sources

• https://dekorin.me/tumby-pod-rakovinu-v-vannuyu-svoimi-rukami/
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Plastic panels

When installing a modern acrylic bathtub, installation of a box is often not required due to the presence of an attractive interior and exterior coating.

If you have a cast iron or steel option, whose appearance is not very pleasant, you can hide the space under the bathtub, solving at the same time the problem of storing various hygiene items.

It is absolutely inexpensive to build a frame for a water-repellent curtain that requires constant washing.

It will not require large expenses to purchase a ready-made panel, the choice of which varies in a huge assortment. Therefore, it will be easy to match its color to the bathtub or tile itself.

For older cast iron models and sitz baths, purchasing a screen will be impossible.

General recommendations for choosing and installing a sink

Installing a new sink

Installing a tulip sink

Before installing a sink in the bathroom, you need to carefully measure the room, consider the optimal placement of plumbing fixtures and furniture, and then draw a detailed diagram of the interior indicating all measurements. When purchasing a model, it is important to pay attention to the fact that the model’s fastenings correspond to the water supply system. Another important aspect is the choice of a faucet, which is best purchased together with a sink, since they may have a hole for the faucet or be blind.

Tulip-type sinks are equipped with a base of standard length, but it is possible to change the height of the sink at your discretion (though only if its design and configuration are quite simple). To do this, you need to cut the base of the sink or install it on any stand - the main thing is that so that it is reliable and stable. When installing plumbing, it is necessary to take into account the distance between the drain and the siphon: if the siphon is located below the level of the drain, the use of the washbasin can lead to serious problems.

If you plan to place a washing machine under the sink, its height should not exceed 70 cm, since there must be a fairly large gap between the appliance and the washbasin

When spinning laundry, the machine may vibrate, and if its edge touches the edge of the washbasin, the plastic coating of the appliance or the sink itself may be damaged.

Installation of the sink must be done using a level, and it is best to use a laser level, as it allows you to carry out work more accurately.

The easiest option for installing a washbasin for beginners is the overhead model, as it does not require special skills and knowledge. If the dimensions of the room allow, you can install two washbasins side by side. The distance between them should be 94-109 cm, and between the taps - 90 cm.

Washbasin installation diagrams

Form

What shapes can a cabinet under a kitchen sink take?

In general, the choice is small:

1. The rectangular cabinet is the most versatile and fits into most kitchen layouts;
2. The corner cabinet is not very convenient in terms of access to its contents, but it has no alternatives in a cramped kitchen;
3. Finally, an island cabinet with a sink will appeal to owners of cottages and apartments with combined kitchens and living rooms: it is practical only if the room is large.

Please note: of course, the shape of the cabinet can be more complex than derived from the simplest geometric shapes (rectangle or triangle). However, when making curved walls and facades yourself, you will encounter a large number of purely technical problems, and the internal layout of a cabinet with a complex shape will be much less rational.

The truth is simple

Materials

The durability of the product is determined by the materials used.

Tree

An array of dense rocks is the most moisture resistant. The tired articles about merbau, “mahogany”, and yacht teak are far from the realities of amateur craftsmen. Oak and larch are worthy candidates, proven over centuries. Other local lumber requires particularly careful moisture protection.

The benefits of wood are known:

• Strength.
• Durability.
• High resistance to pulling out nails and screws.
• Hygiene.
• Natural beauty of texture.

The optimal thickness of the shield is 40 mm, the shelves are usually twice as thin. Considering the presence of cutouts and dampness, a shield made of solid longitudinal bars is preferable.

Once you've forked over the cash, get ready for painstaking work that requires skill. Haste will ruin the workpiece: take into account moisture, hardness, fiber direction, and the presence of defects.

Wood-based substitutes

Budget chipboard is allowed only in laminated version - laminated chipboard

Pay special attention to the quality of the edge edges. The boards swell due to water penetration along the peeled melamine film

In terms of performance in a humid atmosphere, it is inferior to laminated MDF. High density samples (more than 700 kg/m³) are preferred. “Loose” chipboard holds fasteners worse than MDF, not to mention solid wood. The result is falling fittings, doors, moisture saturation, peeling protective and decorative layer, formaldehyde emission.

The negative is partly brightened up by low cost and good workability. Cut MDF sheets, due to their microporous structure, do not crumble and are easily sanded, surpassing the performance of laminated chipboard.

The running thickness of chipboard sheets is 20 mm. Waterproof grades of plywood and fiberboard go to the bottoms of the boxes. Vulnerability is mitigated by coatings. An analogue is a plastic sheet 3–5 mm thick.

Drywall, glass

Built-in furniture is often made from plasterboard. The galvanized frame is sheathed with gypsum board sheets, the profiles are screwed to the wall in order to increase the rigidity of the frame and save construction. The bedside table turns out to be stationary.

Fast processing, minimum required tools are attractive; democratic price. The plasterboard countertop is tiled over waterproofing. The solution provides water resistance, hygiene, and stylish design.

The disadvantages are similar to those of particle boards: hygroscopicity, loosening of hardware. Drywall needs two-sided finishing. It is interesting to cover the façade with flexible PVC panels and paint the inside.

Deciding on the shape and size

First you need to decide whether there will be a corner cabinet for a kitchen sink or a straight one. The size of the product depends on the volume of the bowls and their number. A straight set is considered a classic; it is always equipped with additional functional devices. These can be shelves or hanging structures on the door.

Corner cabinets come in the following shapes:

• straight;
• trapezoidal.

The first is a single-door design in which one half is closed. Since in this case it is inconvenient to get things from the back, shelves are built into such cabinets. For example, it could be a carousel shelf. The optimal width of this structure is 60 cm.

A trapezoidal cabinet is installed if the sink has several bowls or a non-standard shape. The dimensions of the cabinet allow you to place simple shelves or a washing machine inside.

The standard depth of the product is 60 cm, height is 85 cm, and the width of a single-leaf object is at least 60 cm. The width of a double-leaf cabinet is 80-90 cm, the distance between the product and the wall is from 5 to 10 cm. The tabletop should protrude by 3-5 cm .

Before starting work, you should make a drawing of the sink cabinet. The project must contain all dimensions, positions of shelves, hanging structures, etc.

How to choose furniture for the kitchen

The main parameters for choosing kitchen furniture are the size of the room. The number of installed cabinets and their location depends on this. A cabinet with a sink occupies a special place in this matter, since for a kitchen with a small area its correct placement can significantly expand the working area. The designs come in the following types.

Direct floor

The most common option that is suitable for any room. They hide communications, securely hold the sink, can be of various sizes and be equipped with additional shelves.

Straight cabinets are the simplest option.

Angular, L-shaped

They will help save space, since corners are rarely used practically.

A corner cabinet will help save space.

Trapezoidal

These are quite large and spacious cabinets, behind which you can not only hide a trash can, but also use them to store things and equipment.

Trapezoidal cabinets are quite spacious.