Honestly, I think you nailed it. No need to overcomplicate things—baskets or a small cabinet do the trick, and nobody’s really looking under the sink anyway. I’ve seen people spend way too much time and money trying to make those valves “disappear” and it’s just not worth it unless you’re super picky. Losing the storage is a pain, though. That’s the one thing I always warn people about with pedestal sinks... nowhere to stash the extra TP or cleaning stuff. But if you can live with that, it’s a solid move.
Losing the storage is a pain, though. That’s the one thing I always warn people about with pedestal sinks... nowhere to stash the extra TP or cleaning stuff.
Yeah, that’s the trade-off, isn’t it? I swapped to a pedestal in my last place and honestly, the open look was worth it for me. I did end up using a narrow rolling cart for essentials—surprisingly handy and didn’t look cluttered. If you’re not super attached to under-sink storage, it really does simplify things. Just double-check your plumbing lines before you commit, though... sometimes those can be a headache to reroute if they’re not already set up for a pedestal.
Honestly, I get the appeal of a pedestal sink—less bulk, more open space. But if you’re like me and try to keep cleaning products eco-friendly (and out of sight), losing that cabinet can be a pain. What worked for me: a wall-mounted shelf above the toilet for stuff I don’t mind showing, and a basket under the sink for things like extra TP. Just make sure whatever storage you add is easy to clean around... dust bunnies love open spaces. And yeah, double-check those pipes—mine were a nightmare to hide without a vanity.
double-check those pipes—mine were a nightmare to hide without a vanity.
That’s the part folks overlook. I’ve swapped out a few vanities for pedestal sinks, and the exposed plumbing can get tricky, especially if your supply lines aren’t lined up neatly. Ever try painting or boxing in pipes? Not always worth the hassle. Storage-wise, I’ve seen people use those slim rolling carts beside the sink—works if you’ve got the floor space, but it’s not for everyone. Curious if anyone’s found a good way to keep pipes from becoming dust magnets...
I hear you on the dust—my pipes seem to attract every stray hair and fuzzball in the house. I tried wrapping them with some leftover jute rope for a “rustic” look, but honestly, it just turned into a cat toy. Now I just give them a quick wipe when I’m cleaning the floor. Not glamorous, but less stressful than building a box around them. Storage is still a pain, though... those rolling carts are handy if you don’t stub your toe every morning.
