How to replace a kitchen sink
The job to replace a kitchen sink is not one that necessarily requires the assistance of a plumbing professional to accomplish, it is a moderately simple task that can be competed by the average homeowner reasonably quickly. A new kitchen sink can give an instant upgrade to an aging kitchen and to replace a kitchen sink is more or less just a matter of following a number of basic steps that when combined will guarantee success. In most instances a kitchen sink can be replaced in about an hour, and be ready for the rigors of normal use a few hours later after the sealants have had a chance to dry.
The first step to replace a kitchen sink is to turn of the water supply valves located under the sink. After this has been done place a bucket under the drain trap and disconnect it, allowing any excess water to be caught in the bucket. Next, disconnect the water supply lines from the hot and cold water faucets and allow them to drain into the bucket also. Disconnect any existing garbage disposal or sprayer and your sink should now be totally free of attachments from below. The last step to remove the old sink is to carefully take a utility knife and using the point slice the edge of the sealant attaching the sink to the counter top. With a little bit of gentle wiggling the sink should be able to be lifted from the counter and disposed of. Before attempting to install a new sink, remove the old sealant from the counter top where the old sink sat so a smooth surface is available to make a new seal.
Before you can replace a kitchen sink with a new one, you'll first need to attach the new strainer to the new sink. This is a simple matter of placing a ring of plumber's putty beneath the strainer and then pressing the strainer onto it, locking it into place from beneath using a washer and a lock nut. Take a moment or two to clean any excess putty that may leak out when the strainer is tightened before moving onward. Next, placed a line of silicone caulk around the opening in the counter where the sink will sit and gently lower the new sink into position. Reattach the drain trap, the water supply lines and any garbage disposals or sprayers securely. Turn on the water supply to the faucets and let the water run in the sink for a few minutes to make certain there are no leaks. If none are present the job the replace a kitchen sink is completed and you can now move on to your next home improvement project.
