But the project is easy if you take it one step at a time.
In these cases, you may need to cut the cabinet into sections so you can remove it.
A reciprocating saw with demolition blade makes easy work of this task.
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Turn off the water supply to the hot and cold taps of the faucet.
Turn each valve fully clockwise to shut the valves.
Place a bucket under the shutoff valve to catch water from the line.
Slip the supply tube off of the valve.
Inspect the shutoff valve closely to double-check there is no leaking.
If the pipes are plastic, you may be able to loosen the nuts by hand.
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Otherwise, use channel-lock pliers.
Turn the nuts counterclockwise to loosen them.
Slide the nuts away from the threaded ends of the pipes, then carefully remove the trap assembly.
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Dump the water in the P-trap into the bucket.
Stuff a rag into the open pipe leading into the wall to seal it off completely.
This prevents sewer gas from flowing into the room.
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Remove the Wall Mirror
Remove the vanity mirror, if desired.
Also, cut through any caulk where the cabinet meets the wall.
If so, unscrew and remove these brackets.
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Lift up the front edge of the countertop.
If it doesn’t separate from the cabinet, it may be glued to the cabinet edges.
Remove the Vanity Cabinet
Remove any trim where the cabinet meets the walls, if applicable.
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Remove all screws with a drill or screwdriver.
Place a wood block between the pry bar and the wall, and lever against the block.
This is important to prevent damaging the wall.
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Pull the cabinet away from the wall.
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