How To Change A Bathroom Basin Tap

Changing a bathroom basin tap is a relatively simple plumbing task that can be completed in a few hours. By following these steps, you can save yourself the cost of hiring a plumber.

Tools and materials you will need:

New bathroom basin tap
Adjustable wrench
Pliers
Screwdriver
Basin wrench
Plumber's putty
Teflon tape

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Turn off the water supply to the basin. There will be two isolation valves under the basin, one for the hot water and one for the cold water. Turn both valves clockwise to turn off the water supply. 2. Disconnect the old tap. Use the adjustable wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the tap in place. Once the nuts are loose, you can remove the tap from the basin. 3. Clean the basin surface. Use a damp cloth to clean the surface of the basin where the new tap will be installed. This will help to ensure a good seal. 4. Apply plumber's putty to the base of the new tap. Plumber's putty is a pliable material that helps to seal the tap to the basin. Apply a small amount of plumber's putty to the base of the new tap, and then press the tap into place. 5. Tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place. Use the adjustable wrench to tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place. Be sure to tighten the nuts securely, but do not overtighten them. 6. Connect the water supply lines to the tap. Use the pliers to tighten the nuts that connect the water supply lines to the tap. Be sure to tighten the nuts securely, but do not overtighten them. 7. Turn on the water supply to the basin. Open the isolation valves under the basin to turn on the water supply. Check for leaks around the tap. If there are any leaks, tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place.

Tips:

If you are not comfortable changing a bathroom basin tap yourself, you can hire a plumber to do the job for you.
Be sure to turn off the water supply to the basin before you start working on it.
Use a basin wrench to tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place. A basin wrench is a special tool that is designed to fit into the tight spaces around the tap.
Apply plumber's putty to the base of the new tap to help seal it to the basin.
Tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place securely, but do not overtighten them.
Check for leaks around the tap after you have turned on the water supply. If there are any leaks, tighten the nuts that hold the tap in place.