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Last modified: 2023-01-12 | Approximate reading time 4 mins
Whether preparing for or washing up after a meal, filling a cup of water or a vase for fresh flowers, your kitchen sink is a fairly integral piece of the puzzle. A sink comes up against plenty of wear and tear, and thus, the possibility of it becoming worn before other parts of the room is plausible.
Of course, if you’re just interested in giving your kitchen a makeover, replacing your old sink can be a good, affordable solution. If you’re in either of these situations or just simply looking to change your kitchen sink and wondering how you should proceed, then you’ve come to the right place! We’ve prepared a guide covering this very subject in order to help you with your renovation project.
Replacing your kitchen sink is a project that can be carried out by pretty much anyone with basic manual renovation skills. However, do bear in mind that if the sink you choose requires a complicated installation process, hiring a professional to complete these steps is the recommended course of action.
Before you start your renovation project it’s crucial to be aware of certain safety precautions that are involved in work which deals with plumbing as work that touches on a house’s plumbing system must always respect security norms.
Your water supply lines have control valves that live underneath the sink and should be readily accessible. These valves are the direct connection to the water supply tubes. If there’s something wrong with your water pressure or flow, this is the first place you should check. When the time comes to replace your old sink with a new one, these valves need to be switched off.
When in doubt, ask for the advice of an expert who will be able to indicate the right course of action. When someone isn’t used to doing this type of work, they should do everything they can to make things easier for themselves. If you’re worried about the process being too complicated, try to find a sink that has the same exact dimensions as the one you already have.
Now that you know a little bit about what it takes to start on this renovation project, we’re going to briefly touch on the different types of sink available. This way, you’re able to make an informed decision about the one that’s right for you.
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Once you have chosen your sink, start the installation process by cutting off the water supply as we suggested in our initial steps. Next, completely remove the old sink and this will include the removal of the sealant around the sides of the sink if necessary.
Following this, you will need to cut the countertop, either to create a new opening or to adapt the one that is already in place. The specifics of this will be fairly dependant on the material of your countertop as well as the sink you’ve chosen to install. In most cases to complete this task, you will need a jig-saw with a special blade that is adapted to the countertop’s material. Once you are done with this step and before you install your new sink, apply a coat of plumber’s putty or transparent silicone to make sure that the sink sticks to the counter.
Next, you will have to test the new sink to see whether or not the opening you’ve created is the right size. If your sink is made of a heavy material, ask a friend to help you with handling this part.
Once the sink has been installed, you will have to connect the pipes. During this step, it is especially important that you follow instructions as given by the manufacturer.
If your sink doesn’t already come with holes for a mixer tap or a soap dispenser and you’d like to add them, you’ll have to pierce holes in the sink in order to insert these accessories.
After having inserted the tap’s metallic rods in their proper holes, make sure the base is parallel to the back of the sink. You can also use a sealant product so that everything is solid and waterproof.
When handling the pipes, always wear protective glasses. Other tasks include attaching the fastening ring. For this part of the job, you’ll need a wrench.
Lastly, you will have to pull the drain connector up and set it into place. If applicable, don’t forget to plug in any accessories. Before you turn the water back on, check that everything is properly secured.
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