How to Install a Wash Hand Basin in Kenya (2026): Step by Step, Height and Parts

Oct 18, 2026

Buy More Mall Kenya

A wash hand basin is one of the easiest plumbing fixtures to install if you have the right parts and the wall points are in the right place. This guide covers a standard wall-hung basin with a pillar tap, the type found in most Kenyan homes, rentals and offices.

Quick answer: Fix the basin so the rim is about 80–85 cm above the finished floor. Screw it to the wall with basin screws into wall plugs, fit the pillar tap and the waste outlet, connect the tap to an angle valve with a flexible connector, fit a 1¼" bottle trap to the waste pipe, then seal the joint between basin and wall with silicone. A wash hand basin costs from KSh 1,500 on Buy More Mall.

Parts and Tools You Need

Hand Wash Basin – price in Kenya — Hand Wash Basin
**KSh 1,500**

Wash Hand Basin – price in Kenya — Wash Hand Basin
**KSh 1,600**

Wash Hand Basin Screw – price in Kenya — Wash Hand Basin Screw
**KSh 300**

Basin Screws Big – price in Kenya — Basin Screws Big
**KSh 130**

Pillar Tap – price in Kenya — Pillar Tap
**KSh 580**

Angle Valve – price in Kenya — Angle Valve
**KSh 300**

Bottle Trap Viega 11/4 – price in Kenya — Bottle Trap Viega 11/4
**KSh 250**

Bottle Trap-11/4 – price in Kenya — Bottle Trap-11/4
**KSh 150**

Silicone Gp 2.0 (White) – price in Kenya — Silicone Gp 2.0 (White)
**KSh 350**

Some photos are reference images of the product type, used under open licences. Image credits are on each product page.

Part	Use	Price
Hand Wash Basin	The basin	KSh 1,500
Wash Hand Basin Screw	Fixing the basin to the wall	KSh 300
Basin Screws Big	Alternative basin screws	KSh 130
Pillar Tap	Pillar tap	KSh 580
Angle Valve	Isolating valve on the water point	KSh 300
Bottle Trap-11/4	1¼" bottle trap	KSh 150
Bottle Trap Viega 11/4	Heavier-duty bottle trap	KSh 250
Silicone Gp 2.0 (White)	Sealing basin to wall	KSh 350

Also: a drill with masonry bit, wall plugs, spirit level, tape measure, thread tape, spanner and a pencil. See the DIY tool kit list.

Step-by-Step Installation

Turn off the water and check the supply point and waste outlet in the wall are where the basin will sit.
Mark the height: rim about 80–85 cm from the floor (lower for a children’s basin). Draw a level line.
Mark the fixing holes using the basin as a template; check level both ways.
Drill and plug the wall; avoid drilling into hidden pipes and cables.
Fit the tap and waste to the basin on the floor first; it is much easier than under the basin on the wall.
Hang the basin and tighten the screws evenly. Do not over-tighten ceramic.
Connect the water: wrap thread tape on the angle valve and fit the flexible connector to the tap.
Connect the waste: fit the bottle trap between the basin waste and the 1¼" wall waste pipe.
Test: open the valve, run water for a few minutes and check every joint for drips.
Seal: run a neat bead of silicone where the basin meets the wall (see {bl("how-to-apply-silicone-sealant-kenya", "how to apply silicone sealant")}).

What Height Should a Wash Hand Basin Be?

User	Rim height from floor
Adults (standard)	80–85 cm
Children (schools, homes)	55–70 cm, by age
Wheelchair users	About 75–80 cm with clear knee space underneath

How Much Does It Cost to Install a Wash Hand Basin?

Materials: the basin plus tap, trap, valve, screws and silicone. Labour depends on whether the water and waste points already exist; adding new points means chasing walls and more fittings. Find a plumber on the Buy More Mall Services Marketplace.

Cost ranges are rough planning estimates for 2026 and vary by county, materials and labour; get a written quote.

Worked Example: Replacing a Cracked Basin in a Rental

A landlord replaces a cracked basin in a bedsitter. The water and waste points are already in place, so the fundi re-uses them, fits a new basin, pillar tap and bottle trap, and seals it in under two hours.

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Fixing the basin before fitting the tap and waste.
Skipping the angle valve (no way to isolate the basin later).
Over-tightening screws and cracking the basin.
No silicone at the wall joint, so water runs behind.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much is a wash hand basin in Kenya?

From KSh 1,500 on Buy More Mall.

What height should a wash hand basin be?

About 80–85 cm from the floor to the rim for adults.

What size waste pipe for a wash hand basin?

Usually 1¼" with a 1¼" bottle trap.

Do I need an angle valve for a basin?

Yes, it lets you shut off the basin for repairs without turning off the whole house.

How do I connect a wash hand basin to the drain?

Fit the basin waste, then connect a bottle trap to the wall waste pipe.

Prices shown are regular prices on Buy More Mall. Many products are currently on offer, so open the product page to see today's price.

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