I'm getting ready to connect a custom vanity to a P-trap and I'm not sure what kind of pipe/connection/adapter I need.
The P-trap looks like this:
(note that it won't be sticking out that far from the wall. This was just a test shot for example purposes.
The sink I'm planning to use looks like this:
Here's the bottom view of it:
The sink drain hole is approximately 2 inches in diameter.
The P-trap pipe diameter is 1.5 inches in diameter.
So my question at this point is: What material/component do I need to connect these two? Is there a "drain insert" that's made for this type of thing? Or should I find some sort adapter/coupling to connect the stuff together?
How can I connect these two?
Best Answer
You'll need to install a drain assembly. In a bathroom, pop-up drain assemblies are common.
Here's an image of the drain assembly, with all the parts labeled.
(source: naturalhandyman.com)
The tailpiece of the drain assembly, should attach to the trap assembly. If the trap is too low, an extension can be used.
When installing the drain, put a bead of plumber's putty around the drain hole of the sink. Then bed the drain flange in the plumber's putty. From below, install the washer and nut, and thread on the tailpiece. When you tighten it down, the excess plumber's putty will squeeze out. Use you finger, or a rag to remove whatever oozes out.