How to Convert a Desk into a Sink

The right desk can serve well as a cabinet for a bathroom sink. They're often made of attractive wood, stand close to the right height and will allow for a stack of drawers on either side of the sink. The footwell also usually is more than large enough to accommodate the plumbing. The biggest step for this project is making sure that the wood of the desk is waterproofed. Otherwise, you might risk warping and other damage to the desk.

Measuring tape
Pencil
Power drill
Jigsaw
Sandpaper
Water sealant stain
Paintbrush

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the dimensions of the sink bowl to be installed. Mark that area on top of the desk using a pencil.
- 2
  Drill a hole in the center of the sink area using a drill bit wider than the width of your jigsaw blade.
- 3
  Insert the blade of your jigsaw into the hole just drilled. Cut a line from the hole to the border of your sink area, then turn the blade to cut out the area for the sink.
- 4
  Sand any rough protrusions caused by the sawing.
- 5
  Apply a coat of waterproofing sealant to the top of your desk. You also might want to coat all surfaces on the underside of the footwell.
- 6
  Move the desk into position. Install the sink according to the directions for the make and model.

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