Removing 1920's cast iron kitchen sink
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The Garden Frog with C Renee on Aug 31, 2013There should be bolts/brackets way up in the back of the sink. Pedestal or wall mounted sinks have brackets and bolts that hold them to the wall. Did you try and lift it up off like it is on a bracket? It would be a shame to destroy that beautiful sink. That is the type people want now for kitchen remodels or even for potting benches. Good luckHelpful Reply
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Lynn on Aug 31, 2013Thanks for responding. There is a window directly above the sink and the bottom frame to that window practically sits on the back of the sink. I don't think removing the window frame is a project we want to tackle on top what we've already got going. We appreciate the history of the sink & destroying it isn't a pleasant thought, but looks like we may be running out of options.Helpful Reply
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Saw Contractors on Sep 01, 2013If you lived around me I would gladly show you how easy it is to remove. The sill is very easy to take off but you should not have to do that. if the bolts are under the sink they will probably be square nuts. Just loosen them and the sink will lift off if you have the plumbing off. use a adjustable wrench and lots of light and work slow and steady. you can do it.Helpful Reply
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Sia@South 47th on Sep 01, 2013OMG I have been looking for one of these for a very long time. I'm crying to think you will bust it up. I hope you place an ad on craigslist and have someone come and remove it and take it with them. And? I wish it were ME lol!!Helpful Reply
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White Oak Studio Designs on Sep 01, 2013These sinks are very "hot" right now. Folks are buying old one to put in their kitchens!Helpful Reply
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Thomas on Sep 01, 2013Your sink may be attached with V shaped hanger bracket across the high back. Have you tried to lift straight up after disconnecting the plumbing and waste piping? It should lift off after several inches of pushing up on the whole sink! Maybe use a solid block of wood on the lower rim and hammer on wood block at the bottom lip. Hope this helps :)Helpful Reply
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Lynn on Sep 01, 2013Thanks everyone for your responses. We're still trying...lolHelpful Reply
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House Of Hawthornes on Sep 01, 2013Fabulous sink! Hope you get it figured out. The house I grew up in had one until we remodeled, but since I was 7 at the time, I didn't pay any attention to how they got it out.Helpful Reply
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Jossi on Sep 02, 2013Please do not destroy the sink ! You can sell it quick for $100, more if you're willing to wait a couple of weeks ! Please call a local plumber and ask him how to remove it. If he can't tell you over phone, try putting the dilemma up on your local craigslist or List Serv. Maybe offer for sale with the deal being the buyer must remove ! I've been LOOKING for one of these ...for less than $300 here in VT !Helpful Reply
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Nan on Sep 02, 2013You're in Minerva and I'm in Bolivar. Contact me if you want to sell it PLEASE! I love that style and have been looking for one for a couple of years now.Helpful Reply
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Southernlady on Sep 02, 2013Considering one of these sold for over $700, I would be very careful removing it.Helpful Reply
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Michelle Wigman Nason on Sep 02, 2013I agree, please don't destroy such a perfect piece of history. We love those kind of sinks. Maybe you could build a cabinet around it and keep it intack. They are really nice with a tall faucet and make canning very simple.Helpful Reply
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Bonnie Lewenza on Sep 03, 2013I would not bust this up, however if you garden at all you may consider using it as a potting table outside. Could even hook it back up to outside water. Just an idea as for the bolts they are probably up at the top portion of the sink.Helpful Reply
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G&P Root Raiders Plumbing on Sep 04, 2013Just "lift" the sink up off the brackets on the wall that are holding it. I'd love to have that sink and incorporate/update around it. Did that once in a 1920's house I used to have. It was perfect.Helpful Reply
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Nan on Sep 10, 2013Just curious............were you able to remove the sink?Helpful Reply
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Diane Carlisle on Sep 10, 2013What a beautiful sink! I hope you removed it without damaging it. I would love to have one like this for my cottage in a few years.Helpful Reply
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Nan on Sep 29, 2013Were you able to remove the sink?Helpful Reply
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Linda on Sep 29, 2013Are your getting rid of that old cast iron sink? Please toss it my way.I love it!Helpful Reply
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Lynne on Sep 29, 2013i love the sink..i wish the old house i bought had that sinkHelpful Reply
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Dianne Anderson on Mar 13, 2015I just paid 80 dollars to have a sink like this in my house. I cannot believe you want to get rid of yours. They are back in style and better than ever.Helpful Reply
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Dee on Aug 10, 2015Looking at the date on the post, I suppose it is too late, but there is a bracket behind the sink It is attached to the wall and you would have to slightly lift the sink straight up and then away from the wall. I do so wish I could have that sink!Helpful Reply
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Nikki on Sep 03, 2015I love that sink!!Helpful Reply
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Gladys on Mar 04, 2016I priced a new retro sink that is configured the same way, only in acrylic. It was well over $1,000. You could always add built-in cabinets.Helpful Reply
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Diana Deiley on Jun 05, 2016That's a fabulous sink.....could and would love that in my beach house! (To dream for!)Helpful Reply
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Andre Gouin on Nov 06, 2016I have a double sink just like it if anyone wants it and is willing to pay for shipping from BC Canada your welcomed to itHelpful Reply
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Lucy Marie Bernier on Nov 10, 2016Nooooooooo,Helpful Reply
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