How to Replace a Leaking Bathroom Faucet
A leaking bathroom sink faucet is an annoying problem. The steady drip of a faucet that constantly leaks can ]keep you awake on a quiet night. When you know how to replace a leaking bathroom faucet, you can install a new one in an afternoon. Most bathroom sink faucets are replaced using one-piece kits that are pre-assembled for quick installation. Does this Spark an idea?
Things You'll Need
- Pliers
- Wrench set
- Putty knife
- Replacement faucet kit
- Helper
- Plumbers tape
Instructions
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Turn the water off at the shut valve to the faucet. The shut valve will be located under the sink.
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Use a pair of pliers to disconnect the water supply hoses from the water faucet.
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Use a wrench to remove the retaining nuts under the sink. You will find retaining nuts at each handle and possibly one near the center.
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Lift the old faucet off of the sink. Use a putty knife to scrape off any residual plumber's putty and clean the surface thoroughly.
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Take the old faucet with you to the hardware store. Purchase a new faucet kit that has the same distance between the handles as your current faucet.
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Place the plastic base of the new faucet into place under the faucet body. New kits come with this plastic base to eliminate the need for plumber's putty.
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Insert the new faucet into the holes in the sink. Have a helper hold the faucet in place while you connect it from under the sink.
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Place the washers around the faucet stems and thread the retaining nuts onto each stem until they contact the sink. Use a wrench to tighten the nuts evenly between the two faucet stems. By doing this, you will prevent accidentally damages the porcelain sink.
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Wrap plumber's tape around the threads of the two faucet stems. Connect the water supply hose to the faucet: hot water on the left and the cold water supply on the right. Tighten the hoses with a pair of pliers.
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Turn the water supply back on to the faucet. Check for leaks.
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