Single to Dual Sink Bathroom Remodel Part 1

Average Joes Jim's Home Projects does projects and maintenance at home that even an Average Joe can accomplish. In todays episode, I'm gonna walk everyone through the first part of our kid's bathroom remodel. We took out the old single sink vanity out and converted the plumbing to accomodate two sinks. This was a tough one, and I couldn't cover it all in one video. Stay tuned for the finish to the project when I get the video edited. As usual, Amazon Affiliate Links are below to help support the channel.
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[@thebigroy]

i love the honesty here. We all are thinking the same things as you!!!

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Thanks, that for sure makes me feel good to know that it’s not just me that sometimes struggles with certain aspects of my home projects.

[@rfjgfude]

Authenticity, priceless. Thank you.

[@johnnyboy8132]

FYI you can just fill some jugs of water and refill the toilet tank. The flush is totally gravity at work once the tank has enough fill. 👍

[@19moods]

Oh man. I'm here about to do the same thing. Glad u made this video.

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Good luck with the project!

[@MauiDucks]

SHARKBITE!!! Man I feel this video. Mahalo

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Thank you! Ya, I learned a lot from this one!

[@pedropereira8924]

Very nice video i enjoyed!!!

[@dennisnolan2544]

There is this thing called a tape measure, measure center of outlet of tee where it will be after installed

[@YTRobLand]

@4:49....was one of those, "wait for it" moments. I bet there many times were you both had to tell each other..."Just close the door...it doesn't exist".

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Oh ya, I had moments where I measured something over and over or stood and just looked at it because I was apprehensive and unsure about what I was doing. Just trying to build the courage to go for it. But, in the end despite the lack of confidence, sometimes you just have to make it happen and then make adjustments or fix it if it isn’t exactly how you want it. It helps too when your work is gonna be behind a wall. Thanks for watching!

[@TrillPJ]

It’s super hard to use pvc couplings on both ends of existing pipes. A shielded band would’ve made life super easy on you or even pushing that vent up a bit and dropping it down if pvc is all you have then just put silicone around the rubber boot that the vent goes through on the roof

[@TrillPJ]

Nice job though!

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

You are so right! It was super difficult. Thanks for the tip, I didn’t even think of trying the roof vent.

[@hexZ06]

Nice! 👍🏼 Does each sink need its own ventilation or do they feed off of the same one going up?

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

I set it up to use the existing vent. It’s worked flawlessly so far.

[@jeffcramer6722]

It depends mostly on local code

[@nathansoley-hy4dd]

Splitting the drain I totally understand. But is there any reason to split the water inlet line ? I’m thinking of just using a tee off the cold and hot water inlet like to split the feed to both sinks….

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

That is an option. However, just keep in mind if you do a tee off the existing lines outside the wall, that you’ll have to drill holes in every wall of the vanity on its way to the other sink to run the water lines. Not the end of the world, and I’ve seen people do it that way. I just figured, I had to remove the drywall for the drain anyway, might as well run the water lines in the wall too. I appreciate the question and a great example of how there’s a ton of different ways to do a project like that. 👍🏻

[@nathansoley-hy4dd]

@@averagejoesjimshomeprojects makes sense ! I figured this was easier than sweating the copper pipe in the wall like you were doing LOL

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

@@nathansoley-hy4dd For sure! That was seriously the worst part of the whole project.

[@postskeetclarity]

that was my first thought too. could you imagine having to do a dishwasher, or refrigerator line like that?

[@kurtbilinski1723]

Seems like all these YT videos show conversions with internal walls being modified. If it's an external wall, it's a totally different story cutting out 90% of load-bearing studs!

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

That’s very true! External load-bearing walls are a whole different animal altogether. Definitely a project that I would consult a professional about.

[@elmono3939]

Nice job ! Few things: 1. @7:03 - that coupling - the bottom didn't get any glue. 2. @8:32, that horizontal drain didn't get glue on the drywall side. 3. You could use Push-In Double Angle angle stops and had both angle stops done in 1 minute. No soldering. 5. Use push-in fittings for your next project. They are Homeowner friendly. Again, no soldering - just push it in, and you are done 5.. Please, don't attempt to solder anymore ! It was so painful to watch ... :)

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Thanks for the help! I discussed using the push-in fittings with several people and received some differing views. Some people told me you can’t trust them, others said you could. I agree with you wholeheartedly though, soldering isn’t for me 🤣.

[@elmono3939]

@@averagejoesjimshomeprojects: Thank you for your response. Would like to add: Push-in fittings are in commercial use for over 50 years (in refrigerators / filtration systems / soda machines ), and for about 25 years used in plumbing industry. They are approved by Code, both residential and commercial, including for use in concealed locations and buried - without access door required. I think that says it all. We have been using Push-In fittings for emergency repairs for over 20 years with 100% success. If such fitting fails, it is predominantly because of faulty installation. Some people are opposed to new materials and advancements in technology no matter what. They tend to stick to the "old 'n' proven," while technology is progressing on every day bases. Such thinking then greatly effects their opinion about new products and installation methods. Lastly, and most importantly - push-in fittings are Homeowner friendly. As I saw you struggling with soldering, I was thinking - gee, why doesn't he use Push-in fittings, instead? It could be so easy: simply cut, push, done! Hope sharing this info will change your opinion about Push-In fittings. Best of luck !

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

@@elmono3939 thank you! You definitely have changed my opinion, push fittings for me from now on!

[@pcoronasty]

Do you have the link for the video on how to remove the mirror? thanks.

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Here ya go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/bWKuf4CdfZd3i6s

[@pl6935]

You should've put a stud shoe on that stud to reinforce it. The amount you cut was too much for that the size of the 2x4

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Thanks for the tip. Should I do another one, I’ll make sure to reinforce it!

[@michaeldudas7584]

Why would you torture yourself like that?

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

Haha!!! There are so many times when I get into a project and ask myself this same question 🤣. But once it’s all complete, I always get my answer.

[@jeffcramer6722]

Add flux when you sweat those fittings and watch it all flow together

[@averagejoesjimshomeprojects]

I certainly tried, there is definitely an art to it!