How To Put In A New Bathroom Sink

How to Put in a New Bathroom Sink

Replacing a bathroom sink is a relatively simple plumbing project that can be completed in a few hours. With a few tools and some basic plumbing knowledge, you can save yourself the cost of hiring a plumber.

Here are the steps on how to put in a new bathroom sink:

1. Gather your tools and materials.

You will need the following tools and materials to replace your bathroom sink: * New bathroom sink * Sink drain * Faucet * Pliers * Adjustable wrench * Putty knife * Caulk gun * Silicone caulk

2. Turn off the water supply.

The first step is to turn off the water supply to the sink. There will be two shut-off valves under the sink, one for the hot water and one for the cold water. Turn both valves clockwise to turn off the water.

3. Disconnect the old sink.

Once the water supply is turned off, you can disconnect the old sink. First, disconnect the drain line by unscrewing the nuts that hold it in place. Then, disconnect the water supply lines by unscrewing the nuts that hold them in place.

4. Remove the old sink.

Once the old sink is disconnected, you can remove it from the vanity. Be careful not to damage the vanity when removing the sink.

5. Install the new sink.

Place the new sink in the vanity and center it. Connect the drain line to the sink drain and tighten the nuts. Then, connect the water supply lines to the sink faucet and tighten the nuts.

6. Caulk around the sink.

Once the new sink is installed, you need to caulk around it to prevent water from leaking. Apply a bead of silicone caulk around the edge of the sink where it meets the vanity. Smooth the caulk with your finger or a putty knife.

7. Turn on the water supply.

Once the caulk has dried, you can turn on the water supply to the sink. Check for leaks at the drain and the water supply lines.

Replacing a bathroom sink is a simple plumbing project that can be completed in a few hours. With a few tools and some basic plumbing knowledge, you can save yourself the cost of hiring a plumber.