We went the pedestal route too, and honestly, it's not as bad as everyone's making it sound. The key is being ruthless about clutter—if there's nowhere to hide it, you're forced to deal with it right away. I actually prefer it now because it stops me from hoarding random junk. Plus, fewer cabinets means fewer places for leaks or mold to hide... something to think about if you're cautious about home maintenance like me.
I was skeptical at first too, mostly because I've seen some pretty rough DIY pedestal installs over the years. But honestly, you're right about the clutter—my clients who switched seem to keep their bathrooms way tidier. Just make sure your plumbing's solid beforehand...pedestals don't hide much.
"Just make sure your plumbing's solid beforehand...pedestals don't hide much."
This is spot-on advice. A pedestal sink can look sleek and minimalist, but it really does put your plumbing front and center. I've seen a lot of DIY installs where folks underestimate how visible everything becomes—valves, supply lines, drain pipes...you name it. If your plumbing isn't neat or well-aligned, it can quickly turn into an eyesore.
Also, keep in mind maintenance down the road. Pedestal sinks can be a bit trickier to service since there's less room to maneuver. Had a client recently who regretted not leaving enough clearance behind the pedestal—it made even simple repairs a headache.
Curious if anyone's considered wall-mounted sinks instead? Similar minimalist vibe, but sometimes easier to maintain and clean around.
Yeah, pedestal sinks definitely put your plumbing on display. I swapped one into a rental unit thinking it'd class things up, but tenants kept mentioning how awkward it was to stash cleaning supplies. Wonder if wall-mounted would’ve been smarter...
I've had pedestal sinks in a few rentals, and yeah, storage can be tricky. A couple thoughts:
- Wall-mounted looks sleek but still won't solve your storage issue completely—tenants always need somewhere to stash stuff.
- Maybe add a small cabinet or floating shelves nearby? Worked pretty well for me.
- Also, exposed plumbing isn't always bad...easier to spot leaks early!
