Unscrew the old drain nuts from the sink basket. Also, if you have a dishwasher, disconnect the hose from the nipple. Remove and discard the old drain and all the old nuts and washers. Step 2 – Remove baskets from the sink. Using a spud wrench, loosen and remove the nut from the ...
While you have taken every precaution to ensure your kitchen sink dimensions align with those of your old sink, you may not be so lucky when it comes to the length of your drainpipes. Hey – no good DIY job is without its unexpected challenges, right? If your old drainpipes don’t lin...
So the next time you notice a smell in your bathroom that’s a little off or see that your sink isn’t draining quite like it should be, consider whether it might be (past) time for your sink drain to receive some routine cleaning. Trust us, giving your bathroom sink drain a little ...
Use an empty bucket and place it underneath the U-shaped pipe beneath your sink to collect any leaks during the process. Use a wrench and loosen the slip nuts at both ends of the pipe to remove it. Empty the pipe and use an old toothbrush to clean away any build-up. Rinse the pipes...
Lift the sink stopper out of the sink. Notice that the bottom of the stopper has a small opening in it. When reassembling the stopper, make sure the end of the pivot rod goes through this hole. Snake your drain or use the Zip-It tool as needed to remove the clog. ...
Disconnecting the drain Lifting out the sink You don't have to completely remove the faucet to get the sink out, and because it's so much more difficult to get the faucet off when the sink is in place, it's best to wait until after you've lifted it out. If the mounting nuts holdi...
When the auger runs an obstruction, you turn the handle to remove the debris and take it out of the drain. You can get an electric auger or a manual auger. You can make your sink auger if you do not have one. All you need is a wire hanger. Please use needle-nose pliers to ...
Step 1: Drain the sink of any water If the sink is half-filled with water that won’t drain, remove and dispose of the excess water using the cup. The goal is to have a reasonably water-free sink basin so we can get started Step 2: Seal the sink overflow Wipe the area around...
If these do not work, it's time to remove the drain Tools you will need to remove the drain: Bucket,wrench or channel lock pliers,rags,cleaning brush,masking or duct tape. Step 1: First, locate the drain trap under your sink. The pieces you will most commonly see under your sink are...
After you have attached your faucet and water supply and set your sink, it’s time to connect the sink drain. Drain kits come in different materials and configurations, but installing them is a snap. Choose the kit with the configuration for your sink type, and you’re halfway home! You...