Category: Faucets and Taps
Replace a Bathroom Sink
| June 12, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Bathroom sinks may become chipped, stained or scratched. You may want to install a new sink to enhance the ambience of your bathroom and create a fresh, clean look. Replacing a bathroom washbasin may be time consuming, but should not be difficult to accomplish, and could revitalize the entire room. Steps Measure the dimensions of… more
Replace an Aqua Pure AP810 Water Filter
| May 31, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Filters for the Aqua-Pure AP801 and AP801-1.5 are used to address sediment, taste, rust, and odor concerns with your drinking water. The Aquapure AP810 whole house water filter removes sediment, rust, and other contaminates down to 5 microns. Depending on your incoming water quality it is recommended that you replace your AP810 filter at least… more
Install a Bathroom Sink
| May 23, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Replacing your bathroom sink will help revitalize your bathroom. Better yet, you can install the sink yourself without paying a professional and not have to spend a lot of money to do so. The following is a guide on how to install a bathroom sink. Steps Turn off the water supply valves. These are typically… more
Install a Shower Faucet
| May 23, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Whether you are remodeling your existing bathroom, building a new one or merely replacing shower fixtures, take the time to explore the many options available today. The variety of shower faucets alone is seemingly unlimited. With the exception of a few incredibly complicated set-ups, even a relative novice can replace shower faucets in 1 afternoon… more
Fix a Bathroom Faucet
| May 21, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Most of the time, a problem with a bathroom faucet involves a leak. Usually, faucet leaks are caused by worn washers or seats in the faucet assembly and these are easily replaced. There are several types of faucets, some that no longer use washers to create a seal in the assembly. Make sure that you… more
Replace a Kitchen or Bathroom Faucet
| May 19, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Is it time for an update for your faucet? If it’s just dripping, you can usually just replace a washer or other seal. If you’d like to replace the whole thing, though, don’t worry. The procedure is pretty straightforward, especially if you have the right tools. Steps Look at your sink. Check to see how… more
Install a Faucet
| May 5, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Whether you’re thinking of upgrading your bathroom or kitchen with new fixtures, or replacing an old dripping faucet, knowing how to install a new faucet could save you money. If you’ve decided to bypass hiring a professional plumber, or you want to develop new skills by learning the basics, here’s what to do. Steps Gather… more
Install a Kitchen Faucet
| May 5, 2011 | Posted by admin under Faucets and Taps, Home & Garden, Home Improvements and Repairs, Plumbing Drains Waste and Vents |
Hiring a plumber to install a kitchen faucet is expensive. Installing it yourself will ensure that only water goes down the drain, not your money. The following explains how to install a kitchen faucet. Steps Turn off the hot and cold water lines. The cutoff valves should be located beneath the sink or in the… more
A faucet with a water pressure problem can be a major hassle. If the pressure is too low, the faucet may take too long to get the job done. If the pressure is too high, you might be concerned about wasting both water and money. Fortunately, there are some easy steps you can take to learn how to adjust a faucet’s water pressure without having an extensive background in plumbing.
Steps
- Diagnose the problem. Is the faucet’s pressure too high or too low? If the pressure is too low, it’s possible that your faucet’s aerator is clogged. An aerator is a device that fits onto the end of a faucet and restricts water flow by mixing in air with the water. If the pressure is too high, your faucet may not be fitted with an aerator at all.
- Check your shut-off valves. All sinks should have 2 valves on the water lines feeding into them � 1 for hot water and 1 for cold water. These valves will be under your sink, and they are used for shutting off the water supply in case you need to make repairs. Make sure these are all the way open. If they aren’t, your water pressure will be lower than it should be.
- Don’t, however, use these valves to adjust the water pressure by leaving them partially closed. The valves are designed to work in 2 positions � fully shut and fully open. This is not the proper way to fix a water pressure problem.
- Remove the aerator. If the pressure is too low, the aerator may be clogged. Removing it is straightforward, but not always easy.
- Try to remove the aerator with a pair of pliers. Grip the aerator in the pliers and twist. You may want to wrap a rag around the pliers first so that they don’t slip on the metal.
- If you can’t remove the aerator with pliers, try soaking it in vinegar. Pour some vinegar in a bag and use rubber bands to tie it onto the faucet. Let it soak for a few hours � this will loosen up any corrosion or debris that might be causing the aerator to stick.
- If vinegar does not work, you can spray the entire aerator with WD-40, then use pliers again to try to take it off. Make sure to open a window to allow the fumes to disperse.
- Soak the aerator in vinegar. After removing the aerator, inspect it for clogs. You will notice that it has a bunch of very small holes (which your water is forced through), and these holes tend to get clogged over time with mineral deposits and sediment. Give the aerator a quick rinse, and then place it in a dish of vinegar overnight (any kind will do).
- Screw the aerator back on. After the vinegar soak, rinse the aerator off and re-attach it by screwing it back into place. Test your water pressure. It should be smooth and even.
- If your water pressure is too high, check to see if you have an aerator. Without an aerator fitted, faucets will spew water out at an enormous rate. To see if you have an aerator, just look at the end of the faucet. If you can see a fine wire mesh, you have an aerator.
- Check the flow rate of your aerator. Most aerators will have this printed on their side in gallons or liters per minute. In the U.S., all new faucets are required to be fitted with an aerator rated at 2.2 gallons per minute (8.3 liters per minute) � this should be plenty if working properly. If your want to lower the water pressure, you can always buy a lower-flow aerator at a hardware store. Simply unscrew the old one and screw the new one on.
Tips
- If the water pressure problem affects your whole home, you may need to adjust the building’s water pressure regulator. This is a bell-shaped fitting located near your water meter. Study how it works carefully before adjusting it � an over-adjustment can cause leaks, overflowing toilets, and more.
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