Kitchen Sink DIY?
As I always say when I post, I'm not much of a handyman, but I'm
learning. We need to replace our kitchen sink and I've already purchased the replacement. We intend on keeping the hardware, but the sink was chipped pretty badly from someone dropping something heavy onto it. I know someone who will replace the sink pretty cheaply, and he'd even do plumbing, if necessary. I think I have almost an identical replacement so I'm hoping that no actual changes to the plumbing will be required. My question is this: is replacing a sink (and keeping the old hardware) sufficiently difficult that I should probably leave it to someone else, assuming that I've never done it before and haven't even seen it done? :-) Or, if I'm brave, is it sufficiently simple that I can do it myself as long as I pay attention to how things came off? Thanks! John |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
dadiOH wrote: wrote: As I always say when I post, I'm not much of a handyman, but I'm learning. We need to replace our kitchen sink and I've already purchased the replacement. We intend on keeping the hardware, but the sink was chipped pretty badly from someone dropping something heavy onto it. I know someone who will replace the sink pretty cheaply, and he'd even do plumbing, if necessary. I think I have almost an identical replacement so I'm hoping that no actual changes to the plumbing will be required. Or, if I'm brave, is it sufficiently simple that I can do it myself as long as I pay attention to how things came off? Yes, assuming that the old and new sinks are the same size (including depth), have the same faucet hole pattern and mount in the same manner (both overmount or both undermount). If the depths are different you will probably have to adjust the "P" trap under the sink. You'll probably need a "basin wrench". It is an inexpensive piece of hardware that lets you easily reach the nuts that hold on the faucet. Pick up a small tub of plumper's putty too so you can put a bead under the new sink, faucet nuts and drain. I have some plumber's putty that I needed for another small project, but the sink came with some Kitchen & Bath silicone sealant. I don't have a basin wrench, though. I have crescent wrenches, channel locks, and some wrenches and things, but that's about it. I probably should pick up some more tools if I'm going to start doing more around the house. :-) Thanks! John |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
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ups.com... As I always say when I post, I'm not much of a handyman, but I'm learning. We need to replace our kitchen sink and I've already purchased the replacement. We intend on keeping the hardware, but the sink was chipped pretty badly from someone dropping something heavy onto it. I know someone who will replace the sink pretty cheaply, and he'd even do plumbing, if necessary. I think I have almost an identical replacement so I'm hoping that no actual changes to the plumbing will be required. My question is this: is replacing a sink (and keeping the old hardware) sufficiently difficult that I should probably leave it to someone else, assuming that I've never done it before and haven't even seen it done? :-) Or, if I'm brave, is it sufficiently simple that I can do it myself as long as I pay attention to how things came off? Thanks! John Read all the tips people here give you, then give it a try. What do you have to lose? If it goes in, great. You'll feel proud of yourself and save some money. If it doesn't, then call in a plumber and be sure to keep your day job. Rick |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
Richard Blaine wrote: wrote in message ups.com... As I always say when I post, I'm not much of a handyman, but I'm learning. We need to replace our kitchen sink and I've already purchased the replacement. We intend on keeping the hardware, but the sink was chipped pretty badly from someone dropping something heavy onto it. I know someone who will replace the sink pretty cheaply, and he'd even do plumbing, if necessary. I think I have almost an identical replacement so I'm hoping that no actual changes to the plumbing will be required. My question is this: is replacing a sink (and keeping the old hardware) sufficiently difficult that I should probably leave it to someone else, assuming that I've never done it before and haven't even seen it done? :-) Or, if I'm brave, is it sufficiently simple that I can do it myself as long as I pay attention to how things came off? Thanks! John Read all the tips people here give you, then give it a try. What do you have to lose? If it goes in, great. You'll feel proud of yourself and save some money. If it doesn't, then call in a plumber and be sure to keep your day job. Rick Assuming I don't have to do any "real" plumbing (translation: my new sink is the correct size), do I only need a basin wrench in addition to the tools I mentioned? Will I need anything special to get the rest of the old hardware off? Even if I don't need anything else, can you think of anything that might make things easier? Speaking of a basin wrench, I just looked them since I didn't even know what they looked like. At first glance, I don't even see how they work, but then I've never needed one before. I guess there's nothing like buying one and using it to learn how to use it, huh? :) |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
wrote in message Speaking of a basin wrench, I just looked them since I didn't even know what they looked like. At first glance, I don't even see how they work, but then I've never needed one before. I guess there's nothing like buying one and using it to learn how to use it, huh? :) You don't need one. The basin wrench is used to reach up between the sink and back of cabinet to remove the nuts holding the faucets in place. Since you are removing the old sink, just disconnect the faucets and drain line, then lift the entire assembly up and out. Remove the faucets and put them on the new sink, as well as the trap. Reverse the procedure to install with a new rim seal. |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
wrote in message oups.com... Richard Blaine wrote: wrote in message ups.com... As I always say when I post, I'm not much of a handyman, but I'm learning. We need to replace our kitchen sink and I've already purchased the replacement. We intend on keeping the hardware, but the sink was chipped pretty badly from someone dropping something heavy onto it. I know someone who will replace the sink pretty cheaply, and he'd even do plumbing, if necessary. I think I have almost an identical replacement so I'm hoping that no actual changes to the plumbing will be required. My question is this: is replacing a sink (and keeping the old hardware) sufficiently difficult that I should probably leave it to someone else, assuming that I've never done it before and haven't even seen it done? :-) Or, if I'm brave, is it sufficiently simple that I can do it myself as long as I pay attention to how things came off? Thanks! John Read all the tips people here give you, then give it a try. What do you have to lose? If it goes in, great. You'll feel proud of yourself and save some money. If it doesn't, then call in a plumber and be sure to keep your day job. Rick Assuming I don't have to do any "real" plumbing (translation: my new sink is the correct size), do I only need a basin wrench in addition to the tools I mentioned? Will I need anything special to get the rest of the old hardware off? Even if I don't need anything else, can you think of anything that might make things easier? Speaking of a basin wrench, I just looked them since I didn't even know what they looked like. At first glance, I don't even see how they work, but then I've never needed one before. I guess there's nothing like buying one and using it to learn how to use it, huh? :) Enter "install kitchen sink" in Google-- then jump back. There's dozens of sites that will tell you what to do and how to do it. Rick |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
Edwin Pawlowski wrote: wrote in message Speaking of a basin wrench, I just looked them since I didn't even know what they looked like. At first glance, I don't even see how they work, but then I've never needed one before. I guess there's nothing like buying one and using it to learn how to use it, huh? :) You don't need one. The basin wrench is used to reach up between the sink and back of cabinet to remove the nuts holding the faucets in place. Since you are removing the old sink, just disconnect the faucets and drain line, then lift the entire assembly up and out. Remove the faucets and put them on the new sink, as well as the trap. Reverse the procedure to install with a new rim seal. As someone in your exact situation about six months ago, I did a successful replacement of my sink. As this person suggested, I would highly recommend that you attach as much of the hardware to the upsidedown sink as possible *before* putting the sink in place - my neck was killing me by the end of the day because I didn't do that. This might also alleviate the need for a basin wrench. |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
Edwin Pawlowski wrote:
wrote in message Speaking of a basin wrench, I just looked them since I didn't even know what they looked like. At first glance, I don't even see how they work, but then I've never needed one before. I guess there's nothing like buying one and using it to learn how to use it, huh? :) You don't need one. The basin wrench is used to reach up between the sink and back of cabinet to remove the nuts holding the faucets in place. Since you are removing the old sink, just disconnect the faucets and drain line, then lift the entire assembly up and out. Remove the faucets and put them on the new sink, as well as the trap. Reverse the procedure to install with a new rim seal. That works too :) (I had just awakened from a nap) -- dadiOH ____________________________ dadiOH's dandies v3.06... ....a help file of info about MP3s, recording from LP/cassette and tips & tricks on this and that. Get it at http://mysite.verizon.net/xico |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
Okay, I've got everything disconnected and I'm ready to pull my sink
out. Unfortunately, the darn thing is attached pretty firmly. I've undone the mounting screws, so it seems like all that's holding it to the counter is the sealant. Any tips on how to pry this thing off without hurting something, including myself? ;-) |
Kitchen Sink DIY?
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Kitchen Sink DIY?
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Okay, I've got everything disconnected and I'm ready to pull my sink out. Unfortunately, the darn thing is attached pretty firmly. I've undone the mounting screws, so it seems like all that's holding it to the counter is the sealant. Any tips on how to pry this thing off without hurting something, including myself? ;-) If it was put down with silicon it won't pry very easily...use a thin bladed knife to slip under the rim and cut loose. You may have to pry, cut a bit, pry some more, cut more...etc. -- dadiOH ____________________________ dadiOH's dandies v3.06... ....a help file of info about MP3s, recording from LP/cassette and tips & tricks on this and that. Get it at http://mysite.verizon.net/xico |
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