Renovating your bathroom is exciting, but once you’ve completed installations, you may be left wondering where to dispose of a bathroom sink. Sinks are heavy, breakable, and awkward to move. They certainly don’t fit in the trash bin, and leaving them on the curb isn’t always allowed. Whether your old sink is porcelain, ceramic, or metal, this guide will walk you through the best, most responsible ways to dispose of it.
At 1-800-GOT-JUNK?, we help homeowners and businesses tackle all kinds of renovation waste. Here’s how to handle bathroom sink disposal safely and efficiently.
What to do with your old sink
Here are several responsible ways to get rid of an old sink:
1. Donate it if it’s still usable
If your sink is in good condition, consider donating it.
- How it works: Contact local charities, Habitat for Humanity ReStores, or community reuse centers to arrange a drop-off or pickup.
- Best for: Homeowners upgrading fixtures that are still functional.
2. Recycle the materials (if accepted)
Wondering if you can recycle porcelain or metal sinks? Many construction and demolition (C&D) recycling facilities accept these items.
- How it works: Call ahead to confirm if they accept porcelain or cast iron sinks. Load it into a truck or trailer and deliver it to the site.
- Best for: DIYers or anyone with transportation for heavy items.
3. Schedule a curbside bulk pickup
Some municipalities provide bulky item pickup for fixtures like sinks.
- How it works: Schedule through your local waste management service.
- Best for: Homeowners with city services that include construction debris removal.
4. Upcycle or repurpose it
Get creative and give your sink a second life.
- How it works: Use old sinks as outdoor planters, garden wash stations, or creative home projects.
- Best for: DIY enthusiasts looking to repurpose materials and reduce waste.
5. Dispose of it at a transfer station or landfill (last resort)
If donation or recycling isn’t an option, you can dispose of the sink at an approved facility.
- How it works: Take the sink to a transfer station that handles C&D waste.
- Best for: Broken or damaged sinks that cannot be reused.
6. Hire a junk removal service
Short on time? Let us take care of everything for you.
- How it works: 1-800-GOT-JUNK? will pick up your sink and any other home renovation waste. We recycle the recyclables and donate the donatables.
- Where: Book a pickup online or call 1-800-468-5865. We serve the U.S., Canada, and Australia.
- Best for: Anyone who wants a stress-free, eco-friendly solution.
See also: How to dispose of a toilet
Why can’t you dispose of your sink with household trash
Bathroom sinks are classified as construction or demolition debris, which most curbside trash programs won’t accept. Materials like porcelain, ceramic, or cast iron require special handling to avoid landfill overflow and to capture recyclable materials.
By donating or recycling your old sink, you reduce waste and help keep reusable materials in circulation.
