Pedestal sinks definitely have their quirks. I've seen plenty of folks underestimate the storage issue, but another thing to consider is the stability factor. Pedestals can be a bit wobbly if not installed perfectly—especially if your floor isn't totally level. Wall-mounted sinks can be great, but make sure your wall framing can handle it properly. Did you reinforce the wall studs when you switched? Curious how that went, since I've seen some DIY installs go sideways pretty quick...
"Pedestals can be a bit wobbly if not installed perfectly—especially if your floor isn't totally level."
Yeah, learned that the hard way in one of my rentals. Tenant leaned on it a bit too hard and... let's just say it wasn't pretty. I'd stick with something sturdier unless you're really confident in the install.
We swapped to a pedestal sink in our half-bath about six months ago, and yeah, the wobble thing is real. Our floor isn't perfectly level either, so it took some extra shimming and adjusting to get it stable. Even now, I still catch myself being careful not to lean too heavily on it. On the plus side, it really opened up the space visually—makes our tiny bathroom feel way less cramped. But if you're someone who likes having storage underneath (like we did), you'll definitely miss that cabinet space. We ended up adding a small shelf nearby for towels and stuff, which works fine but wasn't something we initially planned for. Overall, no major regrets here, just be prepared for a little extra hassle during install and maybe some creative storage solutions afterward.
Yeah, pedestal sinks can definitely be a bit of a balancing act—literally. If anyone's planning on installing one, make sure you have plenty of shims handy and maybe a good sense of humor too, because floors are rarely as level as we'd hope. Also, don't underestimate losing that storage space; I've seen folks get creative with wall-mounted baskets or slim rolling carts tucked in beside the sink. It works, but it's an adjustment for sure...
Pedestal sinks can look great, but honestly, they're not always as tricky as people make them out to be. I've installed a few, and if you prep properly, you might not even need shims at all. The key is checking your floor beforehand—grab a decent level and see exactly how uneven things are. If it's minor, you can usually compensate by adjusting the mounting bracket height slightly or using a thin bead of silicone caulk around the base to stabilize it.
Also, about storage... yeah, it's limited, but sometimes that's actually a good thing. It forces you to declutter and keep only essentials handy. If you're really worried about losing space though, consider a wall-mounted vanity instead. They still give that open look but offer hidden storage underneath. Installation-wise they're pretty straightforward too—just make sure you've got solid studs or blocking behind the drywall to anchor into.
Just my two cents from recent installs... pedestal sinks aren't always the balancing nightmare they're cracked up to be if you plan ahead carefully.
