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We all are very blessed. Take out the old sink and all of its components all the way back to the outlet. Clean the area thoroughly and then put the new basin into the designated place. Usually, there are three drain pipes attached to every sink underneath which form a T-section and goes through the wall outlet. Measure the pieces and then cut them preferably with a hacksaw to the required lengths. Connect all drain piping appropriately and then fit the hot and cold water pipes to the basin.
After confirming that all tubes have been properly installed, ensure that all the connectors are tightened. To check for any leaks in the pipes, let the water run and thoroughly drain in all compartments. Fix the sink drain in place with its tailpiece coming from the drain. You will have to attach the P-trap to the element. Make sure to join the PVC extension pipe in the end run of this P-trap. Gently move this P-trap with this extension till it meets the drain tube.
Mark the areas to be trimmed on the two pipes. Cut the drainage pipe from the areas you marked with a hacksaw. Then remove the remaining burrs with sandpaper. When you cut the PVC components, make sure they match the areas you marked. Then, do a full check of your wall.
Find out the location of the drain. This is because it can be installed directly onto the p-trap. Place the tee and let the sweep face upward and its socket pointed toward your P-trap.
Ensure the socket is the same dimensions as the expansion pipe. Secure this tee to your drainage pipe using PVC cement. Then connect the extension and the T-pipe. Now, you can install the p-trap in the lower part of the central tail, ensuring it is aligned with your wall.
When needed, you may use tailpiece extensions in the underside of your sink drain. Check for leaks and be sure to tighten all connections. The following steps will appropriately direct you on the installation procedure of a three-bowl sink in your garage. Make sure to turn off the pipeline. Measure and then mark your drain as well as the hot water pipe and cold water pipe. 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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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.
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