- Pedestal sinks look nice, but honestly, the storage loss is real.
- I tried baskets underneath—just collected dust and random stuff.
- If you’re set on it, maybe wall shelves help? But then you’re cleaning those too.
- Not sure it’s worth the trade-off unless you’re really tight on space or love the look.
I tried baskets underneath—just collected dust and random stuff.
Did anyone ever try one of those skinny rolling carts next to a pedestal sink? I keep seeing them online, but I wonder if they just end up being clutter magnets too. Or do they actually help with the storage issue?
I’ve tried one of those slim rolling carts, and honestly, it’s a mixed bag. They’re handy for things you use daily—like soap or a hairbrush—but if you’re not careful, they do start to collect random stuff. I found it helps to be pretty strict about what goes on there, otherwise it just turns into another clutter zone. If you’re aiming for less plastic, look for metal or bamboo versions—they’re sturdier and more eco-friendly.
I get the appeal of pedestal sinks—they look clean and open up space. But have you thought about where you’ll keep all your bathroom stuff? I swapped mine out a few years back and storage instantly became a headache. Those rolling carts help, but I always worry about them tipping over, especially if you’ve got kids or pets around. Have you checked if your plumbing will fit behind a pedestal? Sometimes pipes stick out weirdly and it’s not as tidy as you’d expect.
Pedestal sinks look sharp, but I’ve run into the storage issue more times than I can count. One job, the homeowner was dead set on a pedestal for their tiny guest bath—looked great, but they ended up with baskets all over the floor and nowhere to stash cleaning supplies. The rolling carts are a decent workaround, but yeah, they’re not exactly stable if you’ve got little ones tearing around.
About the plumbing—definitely double-check what’s behind your current vanity. I’ve seen drain pipes and shutoffs that stick out too far for a pedestal to cover cleanly. Sometimes you can reroute or swap out fittings, but that’s not always a quick fix. If your supply lines are old or corroded, it’s a good time to upgrade them anyway. Just be ready for a bit of drywall patching if you have to move anything.
Honestly, if you’re tight on storage, a small vanity with drawers might save you some headaches. But if you’re set on the pedestal look, maybe wall shelves or a recessed medicine cabinet could help pick up the slack.
