Pedestal sinks do simplify plumbing access, I'll give you that. But have you thought about how often you'll actually need to crawl under there at 2am? I've had mine for three years now, and honestly, the lack of storage drives me nuts way more often than plumbing emergencies ever did. The basket idea sounds decent, but in my experience, it just ends up overflowing with random stuff...maybe I'm just bad at organizing though, haha.
Gotta disagree a bit here—pedestal sinks aren't just about plumbing access at 2am. They're also way easier to clean around and under, trust me, I've seen some scary stuff hiding behind cabinet sinks. Storage is definitely a trade-off, but honestly, it forced me to toss out half-empty shampoo bottles and expired meds I didn't even know I had...so maybe the lack of storage isn't all bad? Plus, baskets overflowing with random junk is just part of life, haha.
"trust me, I've seen some scary stuff hiding behind cabinet sinks."
Haha, can confirm—I've encountered some real horror stories behind those cabinets. Once found a colony of spiders having a full-on party back there...not my favorite day on the job. Pedestal sinks definitely cut down on surprise guests, but yeah, storage is tricky. My advice: wall shelves or slim cabinets nearby help keep things tidy without sacrificing your sanity (or inviting unwanted roommates).
"Pedestal sinks definitely cut down on surprise guests, but yeah, storage is tricky."
True, pedestal sinks do eliminate those hidden "ecosystems" that cabinets sometimes foster. On the flip side, I've noticed pedestal setups can expose plumbing issues earlier—leaks or corrosion don't stay hidden as long, making maintenance simpler and cheaper in the long run. Your suggestion of wall shelves is solid; I've also found recessed shelving to be a tidy solution if space allows. Either way, fewer spider colonies is always a win...
I've been considering this swap too, mostly because our cabinet sink is ancient and starting to look pretty rough. But I'm worried about losing that storage space—where do you guys keep cleaning supplies and extra towels if you don't have a cabinet there? I like the recessed shelving idea, but cutting into the wall feels intimidating (and pricey?). Maybe a slim freestanding shelf or basket setup would work just as well without breaking the bank. Also curious if anyone regrets making the switch after living with it a while...does it feel inconvenient in daily use, or is it something you adjust to pretty quickly?
