I didn't actually need to install a laundry tub, but your tip about not using wrenches to tighten really, really was insightful. This was a great video - straight to the point and clear. Thank you!
I think this is the best diy video I ever watched. And I watched hundreds. This one has the right amount of details and explains everything perfectly! Thank you for making this video!
Really liked this video! This is the first I have seen you do so I hope you have done others. You really know your stuff and made the job seem REAL easy. Thank you, man! You were not overly talkative, just a perfect amount of discussion. I'm putting in a vanity utility sink, but what you taught me about taking apart and reassembling piping was super helpful.
Im planning on putting one of these in but i have a spare cold pex like that i could hook to but id have to run a new hot line..i dont really need hot anyways so i figured id just run cold to the sink but i want to find one that has just one handle for the water so it doesnt look screwed up having only cold. If i have a p-trap already on the wall do i need another one under the sink as well?
Question: Did you attach the tub to the wall? Like you, I attached to floor. For me, I used diamond drill through tile, then used spax construction screw 2 1/2 inches with washer. I moved the legs a bit before drilling, easier on tile with starting at 45 degree angle. Mine was just fixing what an inspector found...advised that I attach to floor or wall. I had to put a new nut and gasket that went into the p trap. I have another laundry room downstairs, and I'll have to check it out too. Nice video.
Nice vid. I was looking for the very last part where you anchored the sink to the concrete. I have a sink now that's not secure and it wobbles all over the place when you slightly bump it. I need to secure it to the floor. Thank you.
I have that exact laundry sink that I am planning to install in my garage. My issue is the drain height. This will be a new installation. The drain was stubbed out at 24 inches off the floor, probably because I was thinking about a shallow sink at the time, but the utility sink drain is sitting at 19 inches. Essentially the drain would have to run uphill to make that work. And since I don't see gravity reversing in my lifetime I'll have to create a hack for this. I was thinking about a platform that could be stood on so that the sink would still be at a comfortable height when using it. I could just put the sink itself on risers but that would put the edge at 39 inches if I raised it to give me an inch of extra height for the sink. What would you do in this situation? I'm set on the utility sink and not switching to a cabinet sink.
uh oh…. im about to use this exact sink for a temp kitchen remodel… my drain plumbing is in and now i wonder if im going to have a problem like u describe…. and… is it necessary to add the vent for the temporary set up?
@@chattsignal I did end up building a platform that raised the sink up to a height compatible with where the plumbing was. Not ideal but a workable solution. It was more palatable than tearing out the ceiling inside and core drilling through our ICF concrete walls. For your temporary sink during remodel risers to lift the sink might be a simpler option. So I would adjust the sink rather than the plumbing in your case. Good luck with your remodel.
@@AndreaUrban-me Thank you for the replies! Projects like this always look soooo easy to me then alas, a mess (hopefully not a disaster) ensues. We’ll see tomorrow how this one goes… maybe i’ll record it for a bit of comic relief.
This little th-cam.com/users/postUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.
I have utility sink with a leak in the nut where the P-trap connects to the arm going into the wall. Does anyone know whether I need to buy a 1 1/4" or a 1/1/2" P-trap kit? I believe kitchens use a 1 1/2" and bathrooms use a 1 1/4", but I'm don't know what is standard for a utility sink.
After watching this video I would attempt it. Not the most glamourous video but, like always packed full of info. And, yes I was one of the guys that cracked the P trap with channel locks!! Hoping all is well guys, Dirty Jersey out!!
Do you secure the sink at all? I have the exact same sink, but with flexible feeder pipes, so it wobbles. I'd like to stick the sink to the concrete wall somehow. Thanks.
He secured the four feet into the concrete floor using Tapcon screws, which should provide a lot of stability to the laundry tub. If that isn't enough, then maybe try using a couple of metal L-bracket with one side secured to the wall (using wall anchors if necessary) and the other side secured to the underside of the sink where you would normally put your soap and detergents.
Are there any alternatives to a utility sink? I’m a single guy and I just can’t think of a reason to have one. I never use them at the laundromat and my clothes got clean just fine.
The only reasons I can think homes would need one would be to drain a washing machine into it or to wash a dog. If you don’t need to do either of those then you probably don’t need one 🤷🏽♂️
It's basically just a sink you can abuse. I use mine to wash paintbrushes, soak dirty clothes which keeps my bathroom and kitchen sinks free to use, rinse off anything I wouldn't want to rinse in my kitchen or is too big for the bathroom sink, plus I don't have to hunch over the tub and it's right next to my washing machine so I don't have to haul wet items down to my basement. Do you need one? No, you could just use your other sinks/tub or a plastic tub.
I don't think the auto vent matter for draining Its code b/c flushing toilets will suck your traps dry. (they use your sink as a vent) Down the line from that wash tub there are plenty of vents, no air lock issues. .
Nice and to the point video. Thank you for NOT playing music.
I didn't actually need to install a laundry tub, but your tip about not using wrenches to tighten really, really was insightful. This was a great video - straight to the point and clear. Thank you!
I think this is the best diy video I ever watched. And I watched hundreds. This one has the right amount of details and explains everything perfectly! Thank you for making this video!
thank you 🙏🏼
Love a man who can work AND talk at the same time!! PERFECT video…. im about to do this for a temp sink for my kitchen remodel. Thank you!!
Really liked this video! This is the first I have seen you do so I hope you have done others. You really know your stuff and made the job seem REAL easy. Thank you, man! You were not overly talkative, just a perfect amount of discussion. I'm putting in a vanity utility sink, but what you taught me about taking apart and reassembling piping was super helpful.
Exactly what I needed. Straight and to the point.
Thank you!
Fantastic video and tips. I'm ready to change mine now. Thx!!
thank you so much, let us know if you have any questions
thank you for the video, would not have known about using an air vent like that, or to screw the feet into the floor
Nice job! Just when I thought you weren't going to screw it to the floor, you did all four legs
Excellent "how to" video!! Thanks.
Good solid installation. Great demonstration.
thank you, this sink was easy but some times more plumbing has to be done - we got a little lucky
Thanks for the video! Well explained!
Very good tips , I will be sure to follow them , keep your videos coming
thank you
You are so amazing for helping single woman to be independent 😂 thank you sweetness
Great video! Thank you!
Nice demonstration
Im planning on putting one of these in but i have a spare cold pex like that i could hook to but id have to run a new hot line..i dont really need hot anyways so i figured id just run cold to the sink but i want to find one that has just one handle for the water so it doesnt look screwed up having only cold. If i have a p-trap already on the wall do i need another one under the sink as well?
Well done, thank you!
Question: Did you attach the tub to the wall? Like you, I attached to floor. For me, I used diamond drill through tile, then used spax construction screw 2 1/2 inches with washer. I moved the legs a bit before drilling, easier on tile with starting at 45 degree angle. Mine was just fixing what an inspector found...advised that I attach to floor or wall. I had to put a new nut and gasket that went into the p trap. I have another laundry room downstairs, and I'll have to check it out too. Nice video.
At 3:10 in the video he bolts the tub to the wall
Excellent video!
Thank You, excellent!
Nice vid. I was looking for the very last part where you anchored the sink to the concrete. I have a sink now that's not secure and it wobbles all over the place when you slightly bump it. I need to secure it to the floor. Thank you.
A good solution to slow draining tubs, but In some areas, they are illegal so you should check before installing.
Good info guys!!
thanks man, hope you had a great weekend
Good info
thanks great video! subscribed
thank you, we really appreciate you watching our vid. Hope you’re having a great day
I have that exact laundry sink that I am planning to install in my garage. My issue is the drain height. This will be a new installation. The drain was stubbed out at 24 inches off the floor, probably because I was thinking about a shallow sink at the time, but the utility sink drain is sitting at 19 inches. Essentially the drain would have to run uphill to make that work. And since I don't see gravity reversing in my lifetime I'll have to create a hack for this. I was thinking about a platform that could be stood on so that the sink would still be at a comfortable height when using it. I could just put the sink itself on risers but that would put the edge at 39 inches if I raised it to give me an inch of extra height for the sink. What would you do in this situation? I'm set on the utility sink and not switching to a cabinet sink.
They sell a pump that connects under the sink so you can pump the water uphill to your pvc pipes. That takes care of all your problems.
uh oh…. im about to use this exact sink for a temp kitchen remodel… my drain plumbing is in and now i wonder if im going to have a problem like u describe…. and… is it necessary to add the vent for the temporary set up?
@@chattsignal I did end up building a platform that raised the sink up to a height compatible with where the plumbing was. Not ideal but a workable solution. It was more palatable than tearing out the ceiling inside and core drilling through our ICF concrete walls. For your temporary sink during remodel risers to lift the sink might be a simpler option. So I would adjust the sink rather than the plumbing in your case. Good luck with your remodel.
@@chattsignal also I don't have an additional vent other than the house vent that services the house lines.
@@AndreaUrban-me Thank you for the replies! Projects like this always look soooo easy to me then alas, a mess (hopefully not a disaster) ensues. We’ll see tomorrow how this one goes… maybe i’ll record it for a bit of comic relief.
This little th-cam.com/users/postUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.
Good Video
Question ?
my Lawndry Tub has Brass Faucet with a Small Copper Tube Running from Faucet Going into the Ground ? what is that ????
Me too! What did you do in order to change it?
maybe it's a ground wire
@@alexandrelaurin-gravel9571 i still have it left there
I have utility sink with a leak in the nut where the P-trap connects to the arm going into the wall. Does anyone know whether I need to buy a 1 1/4" or a 1/1/2" P-trap kit? I believe kitchens use a 1 1/2" and bathrooms use a 1 1/4", but I'm don't know what is standard for a utility sink.
Would you install this or hire out? Just curious 😎
After watching this video I would attempt it. Not the most glamourous video but, like always packed full of info. And, yes I was one of the guys that cracked the P trap with channel locks!! Hoping all is well guys, Dirty Jersey out!!
thanks man, ya, cracking the slip but sticks but not the end of the world. Hope you’re having a great day
I'd try myself, seems easier than inside of toilet hardware, and it's just low risk of grey water on cement floor
Do you secure the sink at all? I have the exact same sink, but with flexible feeder pipes, so it wobbles. I'd like to stick the sink to the concrete wall somehow. Thanks.
He secured the four feet into the concrete floor using Tapcon screws, which should provide a lot of stability to the laundry tub. If that isn't enough, then maybe try using a couple of metal L-bracket with one side secured to the wall (using wall anchors if necessary) and the other side secured to the underside of the sink where you would normally put your soap and detergents.
he secured to the wall at 3:10 in the video
How much do you charge for this job?
What diameter are those 1 1/4" Tapcons?
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What if I just need the water to drain into a drain hole a few feet away?
Why is there no air chambers on the water lines
Are there any alternatives to a utility sink? I’m a single guy and I just can’t think of a reason to have one. I never use them at the laundromat and my clothes got clean just fine.
The only reasons I can think homes would need one would be to drain a washing machine into it or to wash a dog. If you don’t need to do either of those then you probably don’t need one 🤷🏽♂️
It's basically just a sink you can abuse. I use mine to wash paintbrushes, soak dirty clothes which keeps my bathroom and kitchen sinks free to use, rinse off anything I wouldn't want to rinse in my kitchen or is too big for the bathroom sink, plus I don't have to hunch over the tub and it's right next to my washing machine so I don't have to haul wet items down to my basement. Do you need one? No, you could just use your other sinks/tub or a plastic tub.
Yinz from the ‘Burgh?
I detect a slight Pittsburgh-ese accent.
I heard the same thing!!
Why do we have to turn the water off?
I don't think the auto vent matter for draining Its code b/c flushing toilets will suck your traps dry. (they use your sink as a vent) Down the line from that wash tub there are plenty of vents, no air lock issues. .
how to install a utility sink in a compactor room porter work
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thanks John
Takes long then 15mins if you’re anchoring the feet down to the floor like you’re supposed to
Title should be how to REPLACE a utility sink.
You're kidding me. To test a faucet you just turn it off and on?
What’s common sense to some, needs to be explained to you…. And vice versa
nice video, but god that tub quality is horrible. super cheap Chinese crap
Literally takes 15 minutes to install! Not!
How to *Replace* utility sink .... not an installation! 👎🏻👎🏼👎👎🏽👎🏾👎🏿