It also matches this dimension. The piece sits inside the mouth of the drain mount and to seal it completely. Using a screwdriver, unscrew the bolt that joins the T-junction to the pipe. Disconnect the two and leave them separated. Do not remove the U-bend in place as the sewer may flow back to your floor.
From the bottom, remove the lowest nut. When the nut is out, it will make free the tailpiece and the top gasket. Put them apart as well. Once you are done with removing this nut, you will have done the first part of the job. You will then be able to have access to the basket strainer. Several loose smaller units tend to fall off at this point from the strainer.
These parts come with the new strainer. So as you are purchasing your strainer , ensure that all the small parts are there. This means that you can discards these parts with the old strainer without any problem.
Discard the old basket itself too. This basket is to be lifted off from the sink top. Before fixing the strainer, thoroughly lean the sinkholes from all the sides.
Use a brush to scrub both the top and the bottom of the sink. Do not leave any dirt around the area where you will fix the strainer. Use a sponge to dry it off before commencing the installation. Any dirt and moisture around this place will hinder the putty from forming a good bond. If the installation is a replacement, you will need to thoroughly scrub off the old putty.
Use a putty knife for this purpose. A thinner can cause it to come out too. Read the safety instructions before using any chemicals. Before installing the strainer to the sink , you must repair any holes in the sink.
Neglecting these holes will cause your sink to leak all the time. Run a series of tests after doing the repairs to establish whether the holes have been fully repaired or not.
If however the holes a bigger or many in the sink, you will need to do the sink replacement. At this point, the sink is irreparable. The new strainer comes fixed with all its parts and components.
It is not possible to install it while fully assembled. This is meant to hold the strainer into its place. Apply little pressure so as not to distort the still wet putty. This will help to hold the strainer in its place before tightening to the sink with the screw. After screwing back, there is always that excess putty that comes out from the edges. You should scrap it off before it dries up. Be careful not to leave visible scratches in your sink. Clean the basin properly to remove any remaining material.
Once done screwing back, then it is time to reattach with the sewer pipe to make the work complete. Close the connections tightly to avoid dropping water when using it. Complete all the remaining plumbing works. Much depends on the type of strainer that you are installing. The modern types of strainers need silicon caulk instead.
Our trained team of editors and researchers validate articles for accuracy and comprehensiveness. There are 13 references cited in this article, which can be found at the bottom of the page. This article has been viewed , times. Learn more If your kitchen sink drain is corroded and leaking, installing a new basket strainer is an easy way to solve the problem.
Then, tighten the nut with a basket wrench to secure it in place. Tip: If there is water leaking out of the basket strainer, one of the connections may be loose. Turn off the sink, tighten the brass tailpiece and the plastic connector, and test the water again. For more advice, like how to test your new drain, read on! Did this summary help you? Yes No. Log in Social login does not work in incognito and private browsers.
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Download Article Explore this Article parts. Things You'll Need. Related Articles. Article Summary. Part 1. All rights reserved. This image may not be used by other entities without the express written consent of wikiHow, Inc. Choose a drain assembly kit that fits your sink.
A drain assembly kit will contain a basket strainer, locking nut, rubber washer, friction ring, and a brass tailpiece to connect the the drain to the drainpipes. If your sink has an existing basket strainer, use it as a model to help purchase your new one so you know it will fit. Make sure the tailpiece fits your drainpipes as well, and choose a brass tailpiece so it lasts longer. You can find sink drain assembly kits at your local hardware store, at department stores, and online.
Disconnect the drainpipe and remove the existing strainer if there is one. Use a pair of pliers to turn the metal fittings on the drainpipe and then separate it from the tailpiece on the underside of the drain. Then, unscrew the nut on the underside of the basket strainer with a basket wrench and pull out the strainer from the drain hole at the bottom of the sink.
Be careful not to damage the pipes with the pliers when you separate them. Then, use the palms of your hands to roll the putty into a cylindrical rope shape about 4—5 inches 10—13 cm long. Form the rope of putty with an even diameter. Apply the putty to the underside of the lip of the basket. Wrap the putty around the entire basket strainer, pressing it into place. If the rope of putty is too long, simply pull off the excess length and connect the two ends of the putty.
Press the basket into the drain hole at the bottom of the sink. Wipe off the excess putty on the underside of the sink with a cloth. Use a clean cloth to wipe away the excess putty so the seal is clean and consistent. A little bit of excess putty is fine, but if too much is hanging out of the sides of the basket strainer, it can affect the seal. Fit the rubber washer and friction ring onto the underside of the basket.
Slide the black rubber washer over the bottom of the basket strainer. Put the rubber washer on first to create an additional layer of a watertight seal, then the friction ring to protect the washer from the nut. Screw the nut onto the basket strainer. Take the nut, which looks like a large metal ring, and line the threads up with the threads on the bottom of the basket strainer.
Turn the nut clockwise, or to the right, to screw it on. Use needlenose pliers and a basket wrench to tighten the nut. Take a pair of needlenose pliers and grip the slots of the bottom of the strainer to hold the basket still. Fit a basket wrench over the nut and turn it as far as you can to create as tight of a seal as possible.
Remove all of the excess putty so the drain looks clean and consistent and the seal is watertight. Part 2. Attach a brass tailpiece to the bottom of the basket strainer.
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