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How to Install a Double Bowl Bathroom Sink Drain

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By Cameron Easey
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Sinks come in many sizes and kinds for use in rooms such as your kitchen and bathroom. One kind of sink that you can install in your bathroom is a double sink. This sink has one or two faucets and requires installing the proper type of drain. Purchase a double sink drain assembly kit to install a double sink drain

Difficulty: Moderate
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Double-sink drain assembly kit
  • Plumber's putty
  • Adjustable wrench
  • 6-inch PVC extension piece
  • Hacksaw (optional)
  • P-trap
  1. Step 1

    Place plumber's putty on the bottom of the sink drain for each sink.

  2. Step 2

    Insert a sink drain into the hole of each sink.

  3. Step 3

    Secure the lock nut on the bottom of each sink with an adjustable wrench.

  4. Step 4

    Let the plumber's putty dry overnight.

  5. Step 5

    Attach the sink drain assembly, which comes in two pieces, to each strainer. The strainer is the metal drain pipe that sticks out from the bottom of the sink.

  6. Step 6

    Insert a T connection to connect the double-bowl sink drain assembly. The T connects the two pieces of PVC from each strainer.

  7. Step 7

    Attach the T connection to the p-trap. If you disconnected the p-trap, reconnect it to the PVC pipe from the wall before connecting it to the T connection.

  8. Step 8

    Tighten all of the pieces loosely to ensure everything fits correctly. Make adjustments to the PCV piping if necessary.

  9. Step 9

    Tighten all of the connections by hand as tightly as you can.

  10. Step 10

    Turn on the water to test the drainage for both sinks and to check for leaks.

Tips & Warnings
  • Add a PVC extension to the T if it is needed to reach the p-trap. Use an extension piece that is the same diameter as the T and the p-trap. PVC pipe for sink drains is tightened by hand and does not require tightening with tools. Pieces of PCV pipe may need to be cut to size with a hacksaw.
  • If the PVC assembly is not straight or not secured tightly, leaks may occur.
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