I know this might seem like a basic topic, but we really aren’t skilled DIYers.
When it came to bathroom fixtures, the general contractor (GC) didn’t have the options we had in mind. So, we agreed to install the washbasins for the bathroom and toilet ourselves.
We found some online that we like. The washbasins come fully assembled, which is already a relief.
They include the basins themselves. The basins have holes drilled (according to European standard dimensions, it says), and that’s it.
And now we’re already overwhelmed again. What else do we need to buy?
The GC will handle the connections. Quote from the contract: the pipes such as drain pipes, hot and cold water, and 2 angle valves remain part of the contract.
You definitely need the drain fitting for the basin where the water flows out. Also, we probably need the pipes from the hole in the basin to the wall.
And we need a faucet.
Is there anything else we might need? Seals or gaskets? Oh, and we want to have it installed, not do it ourselves—unless installation is very simple.
Does the faucet come with the necessary connections to the angle valves?
When it came to bathroom fixtures, the general contractor (GC) didn’t have the options we had in mind. So, we agreed to install the washbasins for the bathroom and toilet ourselves.
We found some online that we like. The washbasins come fully assembled, which is already a relief.
They include the basins themselves. The basins have holes drilled (according to European standard dimensions, it says), and that’s it.
And now we’re already overwhelmed again. What else do we need to buy?
The GC will handle the connections. Quote from the contract: the pipes such as drain pipes, hot and cold water, and 2 angle valves remain part of the contract.
You definitely need the drain fitting for the basin where the water flows out. Also, we probably need the pipes from the hole in the basin to the wall.
And we need a faucet.
Is there anything else we might need? Seals or gaskets? Oh, and we want to have it installed, not do it ourselves—unless installation is very simple.
Does the faucet come with the necessary connections to the angle valves?
The stone sink (see photo earlier) is about 10cm (4 inches) high. We are now considering buying a faucet (Hansgrohe Metris 200) with a spout height of approximately 195mm (7.7 inches). This means there would be roughly 10cm (4 inches) of space between the top edge of the sink rim and the water outlet.
Is this about standard, or are we planning too tight? Of course, there are taller faucets, but we thought that if the spout starts at around 25cm (10 inches), the water might splash more.
Is this a misconception or correct?
Is this about standard, or are we planning too tight? Of course, there are taller faucets, but we thought that if the spout starts at around 25cm (10 inches), the water might splash more.
Is this a misconception or correct?