Honestly, I get the logic behind fixing it while you’re already tearing stuff out, but I’m not convinced it’s always worth the extra hassle. Unless the drain is way off and actually causing mechanical problems, I’d argue most minor misalignments are just cosmetic. I’ve seen plenty of rentals and even some newer builds where the sink’s a bit off-center—nobody notices unless you point it out.
I get that some folks are sticklers for symmetry, but in my experience, chasing “perfect” can open up a whole can of worms. You start moving pipes, suddenly you’re patching drywall or redoing tile you didn’t plan on touching. For me, if it’s not leaking or causing functional issues, I’d rather leave well enough alone. Maybe that’s just me being lazy, but sometimes “good enough” really is good enough... especially if you’re not planning to sell anytime soon.
When your bathroom sink ends up off-center
I’m with you on not chasing perfection, especially if it means tearing into walls or floors. I did a small bathroom reno last year and the sink’s maybe an inch off from the vanity center. At first it bugged me, but honestly, nobody’s noticed except me. My only real concern was making sure the drain and supply lines weren’t under any weird stress—just checked for leaks and made sure nothing was kinked. If everything’s working and there’s no water damage risk, I’d rather live with a little asymmetry than risk a bigger mess. Sometimes “good enough” really is fine... unless you’re super picky about visuals, I guess.
Funny how those little imperfections stick out to us, but no one else ever notices. In my experience, unless the sink’s way off or causing some kind of plumbing headache, it’s not worth tearing things apart. I’ve seen folks chase “perfect” and end up with bigger problems—like cracked tiles or pipes that don’t line up anymore. As long as the water’s flowing and nothing’s leaking, I’d call it a win. Besides, a bit of “character” can make a bathroom feel less like a showroom and more like a home.