Plumbing – Will adding a second sink in a bathroom with only one sink currently reduce the water pressure

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We have two bathrooms that have plenty of space to each add a second sink on the vanity. So essentially:

  • Master Bathroom currently has 1 sink, we want to turn it into a Jack&Jill
  • Guest Bathroom currently has 1 sink, we want to turn it into a Jack&Jill

I looked up all the connections necessary, so the install isn't an issue. But: Would that essentially reduce the water pressure in each sink to half of that of before?

Best Answer

The pressure may be slightly reduced while in use. Most homes have at least 1/2” plumbing and the sink cartridges usually have ~1/8” orifices in the faucet on each side so if you turn all 4 on at the same time you probably will notice a difference but not a significant one. Now a tub faucet that would be a different answer.