Wow' thanks JT. IF you had not made this SPECIFIC video, I couldn't have convinced my father that I could install it. You see, I bought this cabinet and sink recently for a rental and (since my so-called 'handy' man couldn't install it) I've had it in my garage since then. I recently moved into my father's house to support his wish to age in place and began a basement reno. He balked at my fitting it myself UNTIL I showed him this video. Thanks to you, I have been (allowed to, and...) able to do most of the project myself. Please forgive the gush when I say that I'm thrilled that an honest, skilled tradesman has found such great success by doing something that straight-up helps people. And you are Canadian-- which makes me an even prouder one!

The best part of this video is seeing that you ran into issues and tripped for a second, but were able to get it right in the end. No studs behind the drywall, dropping your tape measure... The same crap normal dudes run into during these type of projects. Thanks for these vids!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Real life renos.

@arncj18

5 жыл бұрын

@@HomeRenoVisionDIY Hey, do you know if kitchen faucets from ikea fit bathroom sinks? I checked the height, distance, it's fine, i only ask for the diameter of the base. Since they seem same diameter, and ikea doesn't give any measurements on the online pdf documents unfortunately. (i can't go to store personally)

@mv80401

5 жыл бұрын

I'm off to the Home Despot having just dropped my good tape measure into an abyss behind the wall...

@Carl-LaFong1618

4 жыл бұрын

@@mv80401 I was working at a 3 level beach house one time and dropped my tape measure into the bay. had to wait for low tide to get it.

@fernandoyohara1138

4 жыл бұрын

Dont forget the laser light from the level right on the face!

Awesome tutorial on IKEA product. I worked for the company for 4yrs and did assembly in the store and progressed to starting my own Handyman assembly for IKEA products. It's very lucrative in California, then had to relocate due to bitter divorce to South Carolina. Totally different species, I would love to work with customers again doing the same type of work. I watch a lot of your videos and their spot on and your humbleness to teach DIY about the craft you're BLESSED with and LOVE to share. GOD BLESS YOU and your family and keep up the GREAT work.

Getting ready to install my 7th and 8th IKEA Godmorgon sink this weekend. The instructions recommend drilling holes and wood screws through the back support into the stud locations. I usually use those super duty wall hangers. I would have liked to see Jeff connecting the drain. The drain piece has been the biggest hassle with these, for me.

I was in the business for 35 years and have seen a lot of videos regarding new products. This is, by far one of the best. Great job.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Joseph!

I been watching a lot of your videos... I'm a huge fan since a kid of This Old House and others like it. Your show is on point! You are very calm and explain things very well. Your camera angles are the best. You can see everything! I appreciate your time showing us what you do. Please keep it coming. I know it takes a lot of time and work to make these vids. Thank you

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you , we really appreciate the comment. Cheers, we love what we do!

I love IKEA methodology (and their prices). I also greatly admire Jeff Thorman’s astute practicality and his ability to call that spade an actual spade. For me, these two philosophies on the same video creates a masterpiece. There are lots of good KZreads and a few masterpiece KZreads. This is one of the latter.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thank Cory! I find myself doing some pretty practical things in my day, so when I get a chance to share I do.

I've installed two 24" IKEA cabinets in two small bathrooms. You can't beat their set up. They have created a lot more storage with their crazy drain line set up. Can't beat the price and quality.

This can be secured to wall without opening the drywall. Those 4 metal brackets have additional sets of holes to be set back 1/2 inch to accommodate horizontal wood support which secures to the studs. The brackets then secure to the two horizontal wood supports. Ikea does not supply the wood supports so you will need to cut it yourself. The optional ikea legs should also be used for additional support.

@26:45, the little rubber “plug” sitting on your left, goes over the end of that key tool. The rubber creates plenty of grip on the overflow flange and really lets you snug it up tight. Great install Jeff. If you’ve got a few minutes of patience, and half a brain, it’s easy to see that Ikea stuff is VERY thoroughly thought out and engineered. Albeit Scandinavian so slightly different in some aspects, it really is insanely good value for the money.

I don’t know what I would do without this channel. Although I suspect the overconfidence I get from watching this is why I’ve gotten a bit over my head a few times in my home renos. But that’s not an issue, because there’s a video for everything and it’s so well explained!

Well, it’s 2020 and this guide still works. I had to walk a lady through the install yesterday at IKEA while i was getting my new vanity/sink combo, wish I had known about this video. NOTE: IKEA now will include a free rubber adapter to reduce the size of the waste pipe to their included trap pipe, ASK FOR IT in the bathroom section planing counter/desk.

Nice work, Jeff. The only note I'd make on the Ikea furniture is that you should always make sure that the cams are accessible (I noticed that one of your strips had the cams facing words the wall), And these things can work loose over time, so I always want to be able to tighten them up without haviing to uninstall.

I just used Ikea cabinet to build my basement bar; I brought home 40 packages, 40 instruction guides , no single word, all pictures, a lot fan, I like it.

Nice video! Every time I hang a anything. My wife always grabs the level to check my work! I'm liking the laser level recommendation.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

I am gonna swear by it until I die.

I wasn't sure on how to screw the vanity to the wall but your video on bracing the lumber to the floor and to the wall joists provided me with the know how on properly install the vanity. Also it is my understanding that IKEA faucet and sink are made for each other in that when you open the water, water will not splash all over the place. Thanks again for your video, Francois from Ottawa

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Glad to help Francois, hope all went well.

I stumbled across one of your videos several months ago when preparing to do a major renovation in a rental property. Since then I’ve continually come back to your channel as a reliable source of information, advice and tricks of the trade. Your presentation style if really clear and understandable - and realistic. The fact that you don’t cut out the times when you struggle with IKEA instructions or accidentally drop the measuring tape down the backside of the wall are great! Your credibility goes up in my books - and reassures me that I can complete the jobs despite all the stupid things that occur during the project. Thanks for these awesome videos - they really are fantastic.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Kent, That is why we do what we do. Cheers!

Yes love to see more IKEA installs along with IKEA under counter lighting. We are doing our kitchen and bath all IKEA. Your info on the sink install is a real great help for us.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

4 жыл бұрын

Hi Tommy, we are currently installing a new kitchen and using Ikea. videos on the way!

Before seeing this vid and on a whim I just bought this sink at IKEA with the same cabinet and faucet. Awesome sauce! You're the reason I switched over to PEX on a prior project, Fortunately I have an unfinished wall and you save me a boatload of time.

i think ive watched your entire catalog of vids about bathroom demo and remodels. as i am starting to do mine in a few weeks. I cant say enough on how much you helped me out so far and i haven't even started yet! i will recommend ur channel to anyone i know thats tackleing a remodel on their own. Thanks again and I wish u guys alot of success!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Chilli! We are really enjoying the KZread community so far. Cheers!

LOVE your videos!!! Thank you for making such great content! We blokes out our walls to accept lag bolts to have a true floating look!! I thought we had to have legs bc I was sure it would torque off the wall otherwise! So glad we blocked it out!!! Thanks so much!!

This has to be my favorite video, the " how dumb can people be " was great. Then "I dropped my tape measure in the wall" Giggle... So real, so true, so funny. The silly $h1t I have done over the years I feel so validated now. Thank you for this & leaving it in the final cut instead of editing it out.

Will be installing one in our new bathroom. Was glad to see this one pop up on my feed. Thanks Jeff, keep it em coming. Best coach on the tube.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Phil, your gonna love it!

Please do more of these type of videos. They are so helpful for do it yourselfers.

I really enjoyed this video! Your expertise coupled with reliable/budget-friendly options is a winning combo. My fiance and I just bought our first house, so more videos like this would be amazing!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

On the way!

Thank you. Seeing problems that come up is the most helpful part of your videos!!!

Very helpful on the addition of the 'sister studs' for proper support. I am planning this project for my brothers house - we are also hanging heavy cruise ship mirror and light fixture, so getting lots of ideas for the sister stud addition since it is 'very small 34" wall, barely having 2 studs. Thanks!

I was so happy that you are the one who posted the video since I already watched a dozen or so of yours. I wanted to buy this cabinet and looked up a how-to video as I wasn't sure what the space behind the drawers was. Thanks so much!

The one and only who can talk and walk diy! Excellent content! I would agree with another comment though; to spend some time doing 'before and after' shots, this would really showcase your superb work!!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

watch the reality renovision playlist. It has our projects with before and after shots. Cheers!

This video is very relevant, especially next week after the flooring is done and the bathroom gets finished in my basement. Thanks!

Can you please show how you reconciled the hookup of the wall drain tot he sink drain?

Damn, just installed it's bigger brother. Glad I got some coaching from you prior to your video. Thanks for posting.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Hey Nick, I trust everything is going well at your bathroom ! really enjoyed working with you and Tina! Cheers!

Attach the faucet to the sink before you lay it on the cabinet. So much easier. Also, a bit of plumbers putty is a good idea. May be belt and suspenders, but it costs almost nothing to be sure it’s sealed.

This video was particularly helpful to me. And your teaching technics are right on point. After watching so many, you seem like a friend. Blessings to you and your camera guy who does very very good shots of the detail work. Blue ribbon or Gold stars for him.

From London England I am watching this at 6 in the morning well done we have IKEA here I'm sure you'll around the world good job keep it coming all the best

Just a tip...you can have installed the faucet and drain while the sink was off the cabinet...makes life a whole lot easier..

I installed the widest model of the GODMORGAN vanity. The back of vanity had a horizontal softwood nailing/screwing band that you were instructed to attach to the studs. Your model seems to have a agglomerate band.

About to install my wall mounted cabinet and wasn't sure how to do it. This video is AWESOME! Thanks so much. I'll let you know how it goes!

I'm planning to replace my vanity with an IKEA vanity, and this was super helpful. Thanks, Jeff.

every thing is "good as gold" and everything is "dont worry" for this gentleman

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Life is great. Cheers!

I got two useless hands but I enjoy watching Jeff building things. Id wish I had friend like Jeff.

I'm not even installing anything from Ikea, yet I am still watching ;p

The vanity support needs more than just supporting the downward force. The vanity will exert a torquing force on that 2x4. I would tie in that added support to a stud or just put front legs on the vanity.

@bgregg55

5 жыл бұрын

That's a great point. You may get a vanity for cheap but you have to consider the added trouble for the install. I'll stick with floor mount cabinets.

@fd3871

5 жыл бұрын

i doubt it will cause much of a problem here.

I see every video to install a wall mount vanity, people are cutting out the drywall in order to add more studs. this is not necessary in many cases. you can buy T and L shape brackets that will join to the vanity, as long as the studs don't exceed the width of the vanity (otherwise they will be visible which you don't want). the T bracket connects to the stud and extends towards to the frame of the vanity. and the L bracket will be secured to the vanity and joined with the T bracket. it's a little hard to explain but it's actually fairly easy and very strong support. also I recommend putting screws through the top horizontal beam of the vanity if there are any studs underneath. just extra security.

Back in the late 90's I was a union millwright down here in the states and we all used Craftsman tape measures, they got butchered all the time and they always gave you a new one at Sears. Those were the days.

nice work. I'm surprised u didn't use your multi-tool for that drywall cut. it takes a little more time, but a little construction adhesive on the joints makes these knockdown cabinets a lot sturdier.

Thanks for this great video. I purchased this very sink for my bathroom and have been stressed about the install. This video is going to be a great help!

This was great, now considering an ikea product for my bathroom project. Love the channel

Good video. Wouldn’t it be easier to attach all the sink attachments before placing over the cabinet frame?

We've put about 6 of these in our flips. People love them especially in smaller bathrooms.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

totally! Cheers!

Thank you sooooo much for this video, I was putting in a floating vanity and had the same issues with the studs. I was looking all over you tube to see if anyone had a solution. Thanks again !!!!

Love the video. I would love to see how to install some of the high-end features like a paneled refrigerator, wood panel ceiling, built-in speakers, barn doors, linear drains, free standing tubs, motorized shades etc..

2 Videos in one day! I Love it Sir! The more the Merrier

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Got too much to deliver and not enough weeks in the year. Cheers!

Very much appreciate the level of detail and variables to consider. Thanks for giving me a good reason to buy one more tool; a laser level. One thing that, if clarified, would help complete your tutorial is to discuss whether a similar metal drain system to the Ikea version can be pieced together when using a non Ikea sink/faucet since the drawers are not notched for conventional plumbing.

Great video Jeff, & I’m so envious of your ability to speed-read instruction manuals in seconds. 😂

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

LOL, just checking to see if there is anything different from the last 100 times I put one of these together.

Just mounted his in a bathroom remodel with tile walls now is in my recommended videos 👍the plumbing is crazy but works

Loved how easy you make it look...!!! Thank you Again.

Highly appreciate your instructional videos. Thank you!

I have lath & plaster walls, so that part will be scary (on so many levels), but the sink/cab install is priceless. Thank you!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

If you open a hole in the wall with a multitool you will find that behind the lath there is a 2x4 cavity just like this one. You just need a longer screw. If your vanity is going on an outside wall then you may have solid wood to screw to behind the lath.

I love your channel, ikea is quite popular here in europe so its great to see these kind of guides as well! Keep up the good work, i'm learning loads from watching your videos :)

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Katie, glad to be of help. Cheers!

Outstanding video! Easy to follow along and understand, they are not all this way. Been considering a new vanity / sink for our bathroom and you have taken some of the confusion out of the install. Thanks for sharing

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Glad to help J B

This video was very helpful, thank you. I actually had studs right where I needed them believe it or not, so I didn't have to use your helpful suggestions, but great to know for the future. I had a friend with me, so using a normal level worked just fine.

I just did this, or part of it anyways, and your video was a huge help. Thanks a lot.

Didn’t realize IKEA makes such beautiful looking sinks. Why not just install the faucet to the sink before placing it on the cabinet?

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

4 жыл бұрын

you could cheers!

@pf5658

4 жыл бұрын

Home RenoVision DIY - I know that. I was actually asking you why you didn’t do that rather than fumbling under the tight space under the sink.😊

thanks for a very well made video I enjoy the simplistic way you describe your activities. keep up the good work .

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thanks Ian, will do.Cheers!

great video - we are considering an Ikea wall mounted sink and now I feel more comfortable. Although our house is 100 years old so we have lathe and plaster to deal with, not drywall.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thyere is a good chance the wall behind the lathe may be solid wood if it is on the outside wall!

Getting close to when ours go in. This was really helpful. You are a gift!

Great job once again ! I'm not sure I would have dared what you did on the right side for the frame because this seems weak to torque but I guess you got the experience to know it's gonna hold. Cheers !

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Furrane!

Very nice

I see a lot of installers install the sink in than rest of the pieces like the tap and pipes ect. Is there a reason why we can't install all the pieces that attaches to the sink first to make installation easier than tighten the pieces once we have everything aligned?

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

just a preference thing. all assembled you risk damaging something when working alone. is all.Cheers\!

why not install the faucet and overflow before you put the sink in place? Isn't it easier to be able to turn the sink over when installing?

i always install the faucet and drain before setting the basin.that way youre not laying on your back under the sink

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

great tip. Cheers!

Thank You! Awesome video!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks Carolyn.

This was great. That everything wasn't perfect makes me feel that I'm not the only one to have issues

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

LOL, nothing in renovations is perfect. everything in materials and technique is always changing. Cheers!

Been subbed for awhile now and just found this vid as I am considering a sink like this. Thanks so much for showing us how it’s done. Love your show!

I would use the leg supports that are available, heavy drywall anchors on the metal brackets and then screw the back support pieces to the studs. The legs defeat the open concept to some degree but they aren’t to obtrusive. Love your videos by the way. Cheers.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

in houses with kids I do that. Cheers!

@dalemartell8639

5 жыл бұрын

That’s exactly how I did it. Saves ripping the wall open and losing your tape measure.

Easier to attach the faucet while the sink is off the cabinet.... place sink on its side or up side down attach faucet and such easy..... once sink is attached to cabinet tight up the faucet

@martimajor4766

4 жыл бұрын

makes sense!

Sure the weight will transfer down to the floor via that right beam. But the center of gravity of the cabinet is way in front of the wall of course. If you did the left side the same way, and let someone sit on the cabinet, it would just rip the whole drywall out and everything falls forward onto the floor. Nice videos anyway. Good tip of the laser level.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Just to be clear I am building a wall mounted cabinet not a bench!

@Engineer9736

6 жыл бұрын

Home RenoVision DIY Yes, but at 15:25 you stated to build the thing to withstand someone to sit on it ;-) But you’re right of course that one shouldn’t.

@tulegit01

5 жыл бұрын

Richard van Pukkem this is a complete hack job

You sir are better than I. That tape measure wouldn’t have won against me - even if it meant me ripping out the rest of the drywall to get to the dang tape - I would’ve 😂

I enjoyed this tutorial. Could you have installed the faucet and drains with the porcelain sink removed for easier access?

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Truth is zach, with an open cabinet there is no shortage of room and I like to plumb from the sink back to the wall for the best fit possible.

I installed one last year on the guess bathroom works great

The name of the cabinet "Godmorgon" means good morning in Swedish. Geertings from the country of Ingemar Kamprad (Founder of IKEA)

@reen964

4 жыл бұрын

Ingvar Kamprad

FWIW I love my magnetic parts tray for IKEA assembly jobs...

@charisma-hornum-fries

5 жыл бұрын

I use that too. It’s the best thing.

How do you fasten the sink to the vanity? Did you seal it and caulk it after?

Love your videos! Why not install the faucet into the sink on the cardboard everything came with, where you can see and hold everything and don't have to bend/reach/contour, and then place the now installed sink+faucet combo onto the hung cabinet?

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Perfectly legitimate point, however I wanted to show people about the plastic wrench in the box in case they are just replacing one.

@genesky9227

6 жыл бұрын

You da man! Two requests: (yes, I'm being greedy) 1) How to cut without taping 2) Flooring types explanation/good/bad/comparison -- ie laminate vs hardwood vs engineered. I think you're ready for general "how to" and relevant to your field product comparison and review videos. i.e. Milwaukee or Makita impact drivers? What level has served you the best? I remember one new job I started, brought the tools, the guys, put a bunch of levels on a table. Each level was showing a different reading. Scrapped all of them. Anyhow -- true pleasure watching your work. Coming from a real house flipper, not a seen on TV one. Thank you.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Great ideas. Compilation videos for sure do well.

It's good how you always chuckle every now and then whilst you work, I swear at screws and call pieces of wood all the names under the sun, it hasn't been a job worth doing unless I've sworn at least 10 times. I find if you're trying to undo a tight nut etc. calling it a B***ard repeatedly eventually does the trick! You must have better stress management skills. Nice videos!

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

No stress here. Not since I started video taping everything I do. LOL

Love this video, thanks so much! I'm getting ready to install this vanity in a couple weeks so it's very timely. I'm installing subway tile on the wall behind the vanity, so I'm thinking I'll cut out the drywall and mount 3/4" strips of wood between 2 studs. This should leave the wood flush with the finished tile and give me a place to mount the vanity hanging hardware.

@martimajor4766

4 жыл бұрын

good thinking!

I just have two 2x4 jigs set to the correct hight to allow the cabinet to sit on them, as long as the floor is level all is good

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

that is a nice cheat to have laying around cheers!

Very useful video, I am evaluating myself if i am able to install a similar product at home.

Thank you so much for this video. I'm installing this exact setup and your video helped me immensely. Very much appreciated.

Awesome thanks for sharing your talents and ideas I love your videos

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

5 жыл бұрын

Our pleasure, cheers!

Cool this is on my list for my master bath reno.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

This is a great value and performance sink.

Perfect demonstration.

@HomeRenoVisionDIY

6 жыл бұрын

Thank you Jasmer Lall! We appreciate the comment.

THANK YOU SOOOOOO MUCH FOR DOING THIS VIDEO!!!!!

1 1/4 inch screws no good. I/2 inch drywall 1/2 inch worth of bracket means only 1/2 into stud. So only 4 screws 1/2 into studs supporting all that and no feet. @ 18:56

Do you use putty or sealant for the PVC when you are connecting the IKEA drain to the plumbed drain?

This is a great vanity with a 10 yr. warranty. I recommend buying the optional legs for the front.

This video was very helpful. Great tips and time savers. Thanks for posting.

Mounting the frame to the wall was a breeze - thanks for the tips! I was hoping you’d also have included a demo of the drawer assembly - they’re the most difficult part of the whole process🤬

I've always installed those little metal "catches" first...LOL...didn't realize IKEA tells you otherwise....great video! What do you recommend for a laser level? I was thinking, "I have to get one" when you went into your blurb on how helpful they are.