We installed a new sink drain, tailpipe thing, but it is leaking where the drain and the bottom of the sink meet. Got any idea how to fix it? I am thinking about going the permanent root of applying JB Waterweld putty on it. That will fix the leak, but the drain will attached to the sink forever if I do that!! Frig I hate sinks now.
2007-04-19 01:19:19 · 8 answers · asked by hello 6 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Where the drain meets the sink, there is a thick black plastic ring, probably called a washer there, and a copper looking ring under that. I think the washer is leaking. Sounds like I should have bought some plumbers putty.
2007-04-19 02:21:39 · update #1
Try plumbers putty. It will do the same thing...give a good seal....but will not permenantely 'weld' it to the sink.
2007-04-19 01:23:09 · answer #1 · answered by PrincessPlum 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Some sink strainers recommend that you use a silicon sealer instead of the plumbers putty. Be sure to clean the surface first.
When installing apply the putty/sealer to the strainer (top
piece) and carefully put it in place.
Then from below:
-slide the large soft rubber washer/gasket(with the flat side facing down)
-then the cardboard washer(if provided)
-then the large metal washer
-then the large nut
over the threads of the strainer that is sticking down from above. (Note that Teflon tape is not needed here as the seal is provided by the compression of the rubber washer.)Tighten
Apply Teflon tape to the threads of the tailpipe. Install and carefully tighten by hand. Be careful not to overtighten as this can crack the relatively thin metal of the tailpipe.
Install pop-up assembly.
Connect to trap. The connection from the tailpipe to the trap is a compression type and does not need Teflon tape or sealers of any kind. Just be sure to use the proper sized plastic, beveled ring gasket or on older assemblies, a rubber gasket. Tighten carefully.
2007-04-19 02:09:04 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
Although I'm not positive about your leak, it sounds like it is coming from the strainer body not being seated. You may wish to check out the site below. My recommendation is to replace the plumber's putty and use teflon tape on all the screw connections. I hope you won't use the JB Weld on this project as you will have major problems if you have an issue with the sink at a later time.
http://www.hometips.com/content/drains_intro.html
Good luck.
2007-04-19 01:28:31 · answer #3 · answered by Pumken 4 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Tighten the nut on the down pipe on the under side of the sink if it still leaks go buy a new down pipe and replace it as the one in there may be damaged.
2007-04-19 12:09:27 · answer #4 · answered by Bearcat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Remove the drain line tailpiece and the sink flange. Roll a "worm" of plumbers putty about 3/8" in diameter and place it in the underside of the drain flange. Press it into the drain hole and then install the rubber gasket and nut under the sink. Screw the tailpiece into the drain flange and you should have no problem.
2007-04-19 02:03:14 · answer #5 · answered by sensible_man 7 · 2⤊ 1⤋
the thinggy that fits thru the sink is call a p.o. assy.did you put plumbers putty under rim on the top side? some pipe thread compound on the lower side helps and where (on some) the threaded extension screws in
2007-04-19 02:00:53 · answer #6 · answered by trekkie706 6 · 2⤊ 1⤋
I think if you were to remove the tailpipe, and the gasket and go to your plumbing supplier with the gasket, they could find you a new replacement. If you clean all joining surfaces prior to assembly, the new gasket should provide you with several dry years of service.
2007-04-19 15:00:43 · answer #7 · answered by locksmith 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
advise gladyl given...$95
2007-04-19 13:45:02 · answer #8 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋