Installing a Bathroom Sink Faucet
Things to Consider
Installing a bathroom is a project that doesn't take much time at all. However, there are some things you may want to consider before running out to purchase the faucet. First, see how many holes your sink has for the faucet and buy one that will either use them or cover them. Think about is the color of the faucet verses the color of the drain trim. If the new faucet doesn't match you may want to replace the drain piece along with the faucet.
Removing an Old Faucet
Turn off the water at the supply valves under the sink or just coming out of the wall. If you are first taking off an old faucet, keep a bucket under the valves as you unscrew the hot and cold water supply lines at the faucet as there will still be water in the lines. Then you will need to unscrew the nuts holding the faucet in place with a basin wrench. Take the faucet out and clean up the area from the old faucets.
Installing the New Faucet
Some faucets come with a gasket that will seal the new faucet to the sink, others tell you to use plumber's putty. Either place the gasket on or place plumber's putty on the bottom of the new faucet and set into place. Do not be afraid to use too much putty as you want it to seal all the way around and the extra will just squeeze out. Tighten the nuts under the faucet to secure and align it, then clean up the extra putty. Place some Teflon tape around the water inlet fittings to ensure a tight fit to the hoses and attach the hoses. Make sure to put the tape on in the same direction you will be screwing on the hoses. Take the aerator off the faucet and turn the water valves back on. Check for leaks and allow the water to run for a few minutes to clear out anything that could have been in the faucet. Place the aerator back on and your new faucets are finished.
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