If refinishing dresser top do it after hole is cut so finish isn t marred.
How to make a dresser into a double vanity.
If using a round or oval sink evenly space 4 to 6 holes around circle.
How to make a dresser into a vanity.
It screws directly onto the drain.
1 2 plywood a 2 x 4 piece should be more than enough exact amount varies based how many drawers you need to re build 1 1 2 8 if replacing center glide with side wood glide supports or metal side glides for as many drawers as you need.
Test fit sink and make any adjustments necessary.
I imagined i would paint the dresser add a sink and a faucet and that would be that.
You can also convert another piece of furniture to save you some time and if you want to know how to make a vanity from an old dresser this is a plan that explains how.
Then you ll want to take your drain line we used the white 1 and 1 2 inch from home depot and tighten that into place as well.
For a double vanity he suggests getting a piece with two.
Check out this overview of a project completed by my sister who chalk painted an old teak dresser replaced the wood top with custom granite added 2 sink bo.
Secure the face with 1 inch wood screws.
Make sure it s nice and tight.
Hold the face of the upper drawer in place on the dresser and position a brace in the corner where it meets the dresser frame.
Take the bottom half of the drain and simply screw it on to the upper half that is hanging down.
How to turn a dresser into a double vanity.
Repeat until entire piece is cut out.
Insert jigsaw into one hole and cut to next hole.
This will ensure you don t need to plumb the drain hole right where the sliders are elevate the sink but not too much a vessel basin one that sits on top of the counter rather than flush with it won t interfere with the drawer hardware making the install a lot easier.
If you want a new vanity you don t have to build it from nothing.
Find your vintage dresser and use this photo tutorial to make a one of a kind bathroom vanity including ideas for adapting drawers so they are still useable.
A few weeks ago i shared the basics of how to make a vintage dresser into a bathroom vanity when i first decided i wanted to tackle this project i had no idea what i was in for.
Turning an old dresser into a vanity for your bathroom is a doable diy project that saves money and creates a unique design statement.
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