Before installing your new faucet give the sink a good cleaning where the old faucet was mounted.
Easy way to replace kitchen faucet.
Remove the old faucet.
Also buy a basin wrench 15.
You may have to scrape and scour to remove hard water deposits although depending on the new faucet some of the area may be covered.
Remove the drain lines from the faucet supply tubes.
Removing the existing faucet isn t difficult but you will need a basin wrench and an extra set.
There are a variety of configurations for faucets.
Between the number of handles spray nozzle.
Replace the faucet remove the soap container and locking nut from the soap dispenser.
Next measure the existing supply tubes and buy new stainless steel sleeved supply tubes photo 9.
Install the new.
Try vinegar or an acid cleaner to help dissolve hard water deposits.
If you re replacing the faucet in your existing sink look underneath the sink to see how many holes it.
In with the new.
Apply a generous amount of plumber s putty to the underside of the escutcheon cover and then firmly place it over the three center holes on the sink.
How to install a kitchen faucet before you shop.
How to replace a kitchen faucet photo 1.
In this video we show you how to replace a kitchen faucet.
No you don t need a plumber s help out with the old.
Apply plumber s putty around the bottom edges and then insert it into the farthest hole from the center.
You likely have two shut off valves under your sink one each for the hot.
First shut off your water.