How to change the faucet in the kitchen: dismantling the old version and installing a new one

Replacement

The whole process can be divided into two main steps. The first and sometimes the most difficult is to dismantle the old system and crane. The second involves direct installation.

In this situation, the process will be considered, where crane is being replaced kitchen when using old metal pipes and without dismantling the sink.Having mastered this particular option, you can not be afraid of any such work and installation on new systems in the future.

Plumbing tool set

Tool

This type of work requires the master to have a special tool.

That is why you will need:

• wrench;
• pliers;
• tow or fum tape;
• a hammer;
• screwdriver.

Dismantling the old mixer

Dismantling

• First of all, you need to free up space for work. To do this, remove all unnecessary items, and cover the floor with a rag, which is useful for removing water and moisture.
• Next, turn off the taps through which water enters the room.
• Then many instructions on how to remove a faucet in the kitchen advise you to warm up the connection of the faucets to the pipe. This is only appropriate if there are old and rusty pipes in order to remove a little rust or plaque.
• Also, some craftsmen use kerosene, which penetrates through small holes between the threads and makes it easy to unscrew the nuts. This is done not only to facilitate the work, but also to ensure that when applying great efforts not to damage the pipe or thread.
• That is why they begin to unscrew the nuts and couplings on the taps only after warming up with a blowtorch or treating with kerosene.
• Next, using pliers, unscrew the nut that holds the mixer on the sink. At the same time, it is also necessary to be careful not to damage the mounting hole, otherwise it will not work to change the faucet in the kitchen using the old sink.
• As a result, you need to rinse the seat well, and if you have the necessary taps, renew the thread.

Installing a sink faucet

Installation

The further process is quite simple, but requires attention and concentration.

First install the faucet on the sink

In this case, you must not forget about the presence of special rubber gaskets that come with the kit.
Many instructions that tell you how to remove an old faucet in the kitchen do not pay attention to the fact that sometimes the mounting seat is dirty or greasy. Therefore, even after installing a new faucet, there are minor leaks from water on the surface of the sink.

To avoid this, it is best to wipe the old sink at the faucet installation site with alcohol.
After the new faucet is installed, it is fixed with a special nut and pliers.

Mixer design diagram

Before connecting the faucet in the kitchen, you need to check the presence of rubber gaskets in the nuts on the mixer nozzles.
It is worth noting that if old metal pipes are used, then it is best to play it safe and wind the threads with tow or tape-fum

So the connection will be more reliable and tighter.
Special attention must be paid to the location of the cranes. Many video editing materials do not pay attention to this.

However, the user is so accustomed to the past location of the hot and cold water valves that their sudden swapping can cause a lot of discomfort.
It is also necessary to check the quality of the connection of the nozzles with the mixer. If necessary, they can be tightened with pliers.

Connecting a faucet with a water purification filter

After the tow is wound, the presence of a rubber gasket is checked and the location of the water taps is selected, the instruction involves connecting the mixer to the system.In this case, an adjustable wrench is used, which tightens the nuts securely enough so that there is no leakage, but not so much that it does not harm the rubber inserts.

Examination

After the do-it-yourself installation is completed, it is necessary to perform a check. To do this, you can open the tap at full capacity and monitor the occurrence of leaks. You should not use an industrial leak detector for these purposes, which is distinguished by a high price and an exorbitant harmful effect on human health.

For greater reliability, you can simply pinch the faucet spout with your finger and turn on the water, creating additional pressure in the system. If there are no leaks after that, then the installation is considered complete.

Properly installed faucet without leaks

Types of kitchen faucets

All kitchen faucets can be divided into three large groups - single-lever and double-lever or two-valve, and sensory.

Single-lever is much more convenient to manage. You can open, close and adjust the temperature of the water by moving your finger, the back or side of your hand. Thanks to this, you can operate the device without rinsing soiled and without freeing busy hands. This has the advantage that the mixer gets less dirty and needs to be cleaned much less frequently. There are single-lever products with a flexible hose that can be pulled out of the spout if necessary.

Two-valve - devices known from Soviet times for mixing hot and cold water, equipped with two valves. In order for the water jet to reach the optimum temperature, it is necessary to turn both taps. These systems are not so convenient and are recognized only by retro lovers. With the help of valves it is impossible to quickly control the mixer, it is inconvenient and uneconomical.Therefore, this device is justified only if they are designed to support the style of a particular interior. Manufacturers realize the production of copper double-lever mixers, ceramic, stone, bronze. You can avoid inconvenience if the design is supplemented with a special lever with which you can turn the water on and off. It remains only to adjust the valves so that it is at the required temperature.

Sensory - represented by a huge variety of shapes and colors. There are no handles or valves in their design. The systems react to the appearance of hands under the spout and work automatically. To obtain water of a certain temperature, the device is programmed. The main advantage of such mixers is the absence of the need to contact the hands of users. That is why such devices are often used in public places with high traffic. The only negative is that the device is powered by batteries, and if they are discharged, the photocells will stop working. The batteries need to be replaced regularly.

Mixer replacement

Faucet replacement is one of the services that our company provides for residents of Moscow. Our qualified plumbers will dismantle, install and connect various types of faucets.

It is believed that the installation of a crane or its replacement is a matter that any owner can handle. When installing a mixer in the bathroom or in the kitchen, it is necessary to correctly assemble it, taking into account the model, securely fix the tap, correctly connect it to the water pipes so that there are no problems during further operation.Therefore, it is best if installation work is carried out by professional plumbers.

Why it is profitable to cooperate with us

• Our master plumbers will repair, replace, install almost any faucets in the bathroom, in the kitchen. We provide the service for residents of Moscow, at the request of customers and the Moscow region.
• We provide advice on choosing a model
• Exact compliance with deadlines, urgent plumbing departure
• Favorable prices, there is a system of discounts
• Warranty (at the request of the customer we issue a document) 1 year

Types of work when replacing the mixer

Replacing a faucet in a bathroom or on the kitchen is the best option if the old one is out of order, leaking and repairing it is impossible. We perform the following types of work:

• Dismantling the old mixer
• Preparing a site for a new faucet
• We install faucets in the bathroom, kitchen, shower
• Changing gaskets
• We test the system for performance

What mixers do we work with?

A faucet is a plumbing fixture that regulates the flow of water. He is responsible for mixing cold and hot water, as a result of which the user receives water at the required temperature.

We will replace and install the following types of faucets:

• two-handle (separate taps): they are simple in design and reliable
• single-lever: allow you to simultaneously adjust the intensity of the water flow and its temperature
• electronic: equipped with optical or electronic sensors. They allow you to automatically open the water, maintain the set temperature, if there is a backlight, provide a decorative function.
• under the filter (have a double spout): equipped with a special valve for filtered water.

We also mount valve, single-lever, ceramic, ball, wall mixers. At the request of the client, our specialists will produce sink faucet installation, wall, side, podium, rack, shelf. In this case, the installation is more complicated, so additional materials will be required.

Faucet installation and replacement cost

The price of replacing a mixer depends on the complexity of the work being done: whether dismantling is required, whether preparatory work is necessary, as well as on the model of the mixer. Below are indicative prices:

Faucet installation (price does not include preparatory work)
For sink (regular)	from 450 rub.
For a sink (if there is a water seal)	from 750 rub.
for bidet	400 rub.
single lever	from 750 - 1450 rubles.
For bathroom (with shower head and bar)	from 750 - 2000 rubles.
For bathroom (regular with wall mount)	from 750 - 1500 rubles.
With thermostat	1990 rubles / piece
With siphon (set)	1500 rub.
Electronic	2690 rubles / piece

Mixer installation (price of additional services)
Replacing the gasket in the sewer pipe	150 rubles / piece
Cranbox replacement	320 rubles / piece
Thread cutting	from 95-170 rubles.
Shower hose installation	100 rub.
Ball valve installation	200-450 rub.
Dismantling of the old/modern faucet	250 rubles / piece
Drilling a hole in a sink	150 rubles / piece

The final cost is negotiated with each client separately, it all depends on the amount of work performed, the requirements of the customer.

Mixer installation - steps

Set of required tools: adjustable wrench, gaskets (usually included), wrenches, water hoses

Before installation, it is important to read the instructions, draw a diagram

Connection can be made in 2 ways: using flexible hoses in a metal sheath, using tubes (brass or copper).

The steps for installing the faucet depend on where you plan to install it (in the bathroom, in the kitchen), as well as on its type.

For example, when installing a single-lever faucet, you should tighten the stud on which the half-shell is put on and secure everything with a nut. Only after that the mixer itself is connected.

Two-valve mixers are equipped with tubes (they put nuts on, wind the sealant, connect it to the water supply, tighten the nuts) or a tee (attach to the pipes with help).

List of necessary tools and spare parts

Before proceeding with the installation of kitchen plumbing with your own hands, you need to prepare and purchase everything you need. You will need:

1. FUM sealing tape - it is better not to take linen tow, as it swells from water, and then it will be difficult to remove the eyeliners;
2. Open-end wrench for 10 or 11;
3. Tubular wrench - needed to tighten a hard-to-reach nut during installation of the faucet to the sink;

1. Mounting kit - it should contain rubber o-rings, that is, half washers (2 pcs.), One horseshoe-shaped metal half washer, stud (1 or 2) and nut. Such a set is attached to the mixer, but if you wish, you can buy a thicker and stronger sealing ring, since manufacturers do not always include high-quality gaskets in the kit;

1. Pliers, a small key, a screwdriver - sometimes they are also needed;
2. A rag, a basin and a flashlight will also come in handy so that you can see everything;
3. And finally, the main thing - 2 plumbing connections - are attached to the kit, but it is better to buy others, since the factory ones are often short and made of silumin;

Perhaps it is worth focusing on the eyeliners. Keep in mind that:

• Eyeliners are needed so long that they do not break, but bend in the form of a semicircle, that is, they should not be too long or, conversely, short in tension. The most suitable length is 86 cm;
• If the factory eyeliner is too short, then it is better not to try to build it up, but to buy a new one;
• In addition, do not buy silumin hoses, especially if you bought a silumin mixer - at least the connections must be reliable;
• Installation of flexible connections is easier than connecting rigid ones, but they are considered less reliable, so it is better to install them together with faucet taps;
• In a set of eyeliners, there must be gaskets;
• Replacing an old faucet in the kitchen most often involves replacing old hoses, because they also wear out.

How much does it cost to change a faucet in a bathroom, kitchen to replace a faucet in Moscow

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Stages of installing new equipment

After placing an order and agreeing with a specialist on a convenient call time for you, the master will arrive to provide plumbing services and correctly connect the equipment.Installation of a new turnkey mixer is carried out in several stages:

• dismantling of old equipment in which a breakdown occurred
• preparation of the site for the installation of the structure
• fixture plumbing
• connecting hoses to the part body
• connection to the water supply system

Once the installation is complete, the technicians will test the system to make sure the hardware is working properly.

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Duration of plumbing work

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Experts are ready to promptly provide assistance - professionally remove the old faulty element and install a new one in your house or apartment. Installation time depends on the following circumstances:

• the need to dismantle old broken plumbing
• category of installation complexity and type of mixer to be connected
• master's experience

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Formation of the price for installation

YouDo performers offer inexpensive replacement of the faucet in the bathroom - the price is calculated on an individual basis. The mixer itself can be of any type - two-handle or single-lever, simple, with a shower head or thermostat.

The cost of the work of the master is formed by such factors:

• consumables costs
• the presence of old plumbing that needs to be dismantled
• artist's individual rates

How much does it cost to install a faucet with a siphon on washbasins, bidets, showers, the specialist will tell after assessing the scope of work.

Agree on tariffs with a specialist, stating the amount you are willing to pay for a call

The master will take into account your wishes and offer the best conditions for installing mixers

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Faucet assembly

To avoid unpleasant surprises in the future, the threads of the water supply hoses are sealed. To do this, several turns of fum fluoroplastic tape or linen tow treated with a hard-to-wash lubricant (lithol) are wound on their threaded part.

Using an open-end wrench, flexible water hoses are installed into the threaded holes in the faucet body.

A threaded stud is screwed into the lower part of the body and a decorative washer with a sealing insert is put on. During the further installation process, it will hermetically block the mounting hole in the sink.

Faucet installation step by step instructions

The crane can be installed in three most popular ways:

• installation on a vertical wall;
• installation in the body of the bath;
• mounting as a separate stand.

Wall mounting

The convenience of the design lies in the fact that the faucet, installed in the wall, can be used simultaneously over the bathtub and the sink.

Advice. You can position the faucet above the bathtub, sink or between them.

After dismantling the old crane, pay attention to the eccentrics. For those who are unfamiliar with this concept, eccentrics are a kind of adapters used in plumbing work. If they are in good condition, then they do not need to be replaced.

If they are in good condition, then they do not need to be replaced.

Faucet eccentrics

If replacement of the eccentrics is required, then take it with a gas wrench and unscrew it counterclockwise. With inaccurately performed actions, it may break and then it will be necessary to disassemble the wall. Use the fire of the lighter to heat up the eccentric. So, the process will go faster.
After dismantling the eccentric, the winding can be replaced.Otherwise, the new mixer will clog.
From the inside of the pipe, remove plaque and deposits. Screw the fum tape onto the new eccentrics.

Winding on an eccentric

Screw in the eccentrics clockwise. They must be symmetrical.
Install gaskets on the faucet.
Screw bowl covers onto the eccentrics.
Screw the valve nuts onto the eccentrics. First, this can be done by hand, and then with an adjustable wrench. Don't rush into action. The main thing is not to twist the thread.
Attach a shower with a watering can.

Scheme: mixer device

Coat the seals with soap so you don't have to cut them off.
Turn on the water in the riser and use your new faucet with pleasure.

Bath body installation

An interesting option that can be used with a flexible eyeliner. All faucet attributes will be located directly on the surface of the bath

It is important to choose the right location for the mixer. It must be accessible for plumbing and repair work.

1. With a hole cutter mounted on a drill, make a hole in the bath.
2. The next step is to install the mixer.

Bath faucet installation

Fix the crane with nuts. In order to attach a single-lever model, you need to screw in the pin and put on the half washer. The nut is screwed on the mixer and with the help of a washer is firmly fixed on the bath body.
Connect flexible hoses with tap water to the faucet.

Advice. Use gaskets, they will prevent leakage.

Faucets on a separate stand

Very stylish faucet. Perfect for large bathrooms. Mixers on a separate rack are also called floor standing.

1. The main snag of the installation will be the supply of pipes to the floor.But if the repair is fully completed, then there is only one option left - removing the pipes into a corner and masking with drywall.
2. The subsequent installation steps are not much different from installing mixers on the wall.

Stand faucet - floor standing

It is worth noting that floor faucets have a very high cost, but it is offset by the original design in the bathroom.

Installing a faucet is an easy job. The main thing in this business is accuracy and attentiveness. The quality of the materials used and the selected crane also play an important role. But if you strictly follow the instructions, then the result will undoubtedly please you. After all, any homework done by yourself looks much better and is valued higher than the help of specialists. And if you have a question, how to change the faucet in the bathroom with your own hands, answer: "Easy and simple!"

Preparatory stage

1. First you need to turn off the water supply from the central riser, otherwise you can run into big trouble - you will have to eliminate the flooding. Then you need to open the tap so that the remaining water flows out of the mixer.
2. You should prepare the tools, as well as materials that will be needed for replacement. It will not be superfluous to study the passport and instructions for the purchased kitchen faucet.

Tools and materials needed for work

To change the mixer does not need any tricky devices. In most cases it is enough:

1. adjustable wrench (in some cases, if it is not there, you can use a wrench);
2. flat screwdriver;
3. Phillips screwdriver;
4. flashlight;
5. sandpaper.

It is better to change the mixer immediately with flexible hoses

Recommendation! If the previous faucet belonged to inexpensive models, it is recommended to also replace the flexible hoses connecting it to the water supply. High-quality models for the most part have good hoses, which will still be in excellent condition for the replacement period and are suitable for further use. But there is a risk that they will fail faster than a newly purchased mixer. That is why it is desirable to change these products.

In addition, it is worth preparing a small container where you will need to pour water from the siphon. It will not be superfluous to have a washing agent in order to clean under the mixer, as well as under the sink, along with the replacement.

Sealant will be needed during installation of the sink, including threaded connections.

Important! In the case of a removable sink, and not a mortise one, it is likely that it will need to be removed to dismantle the old one, as well as install the purchased mixer. It will be much more convenient

Other additional tools and fasteners may be required, and so on.

First of all, you need to buy a new mixer and prepare the necessary materials and tools. After that, you should use a flashlight and look under the sink to inspect the place of work.

The process can be conditionally divided into the dismantling of an outdated mixer, as well as the installation of a new one.

How to change the faucet in the kitchen without any problems: dismantling and installation

An important component of any kitchen is the water supply point along with the faucet. The faucet performs an important function - it provides a comfortable water temperature for its use for various purposes. This is an indispensable attribute

However, everything in our life is short-lived - the mixer can break.It can fail for various reasons, especially if you purchase a cheap option.

This is an irreplaceable attribute. However, everything in our life is short-lived - the mixer can break. It can fail for various reasons, especially if you purchase a cheap option.

If you have a faucet in your kitchen out of order, then in most cases it is much easier to change it than to make a lengthy repair. You can change the mixer with the help of a plumber, but if there is no desire to use their services or it is a pity for money for them, then you can make a replacement with your own hands. Fortunately, this is not very difficult, the main thing is to strictly follow the installation rules and your outdated device will be replaced without any problems.

Preparatory stage

1. First you need to turn off the water supply from the central riser, otherwise you can run into big trouble - you will have to eliminate the flooding. Then you need to open the tap so that the remaining water flows out of the mixer.
2. You should prepare the tools, as well as materials that will be needed for replacement. It will not be superfluous to study the passport and instructions for the purchased kitchen faucet.

Tools and materials needed for work

To change the mixer does not need any tricky devices. In most cases it is enough:

1. adjustable wrench (in some cases, if it is not there, you can use a wrench);
2. flat screwdriver;
3. Phillips screwdriver;
4. flashlight;
5. sandpaper.

In addition, it is worth preparing a small container where you will need to pour water from the siphon. It will not be superfluous to have a washing agent in order to clean under the mixer, as well as under the sink, along with the replacement.

First of all, you need to buy a new mixer and prepare the necessary materials and tools. After that, you should use a flashlight and look under the sink to inspect the place of work.

The process can be conditionally divided into the dismantling of an outdated mixer, as well as the installation of a new one.

Dismantling the mixer

First of all, we turn off the water in the bathroom so that there is no flooding.

The mixer must be removed in the following sequence:

1. In order to pour out the remaining water from the system, open the tap.
2. Find the place where the connection of the mixer hoses with pipes is located.
3. Determine where the faucet is attached to the kitchen sink.
4. If you have an overhead sink, then you need to dismantle it.
5. Using an adjustable wrench, you need to remove the flexible hoses from the pipe. To pour the water still in the pipe, use a container. Try to work carefully so that the connections are not damaged.
6. Next, the lower part of the siphon is disconnected.

If you decide to use hoses, then they are also disconnected from the mixer and then connected to a new mixer and installation continues. At the same time, to avoid problems in the future, you should make sure that the hose gaskets are in good condition. An indicator of their reliability will be the integrity and absence of deformation, as well as their location in the appropriate place.

After dismantling the mixer, you can begin to install a new device. But before that, it is advisable to check the mounting hole for the presence of accumulated dirt in it. If it exists, then it should be removed.

Installing a new faucet

Before proceeding with the installation of a newly purchased mixer, you need to install a pipe connection, that is, install flexible hoses.

Then you can install the mixer on the sink.

1. Initially, it is necessary to install an annular gasket on the base. It should be placed extremely precisely in the groove strictly designated for it. Otherwise, if you make a mistake, the water will seep and melt the elements under the sink, as well as below. This can lead to trouble.
2. Next, lead the flexible hoses through the mounting hole. To do this, the sink must again be held upside down and hold the mixer. Make sure that the O-ring stays in place and does not move during this operation.
3. Then you need to install a rubber seal, which should have the same configuration with the pressure plate in shape.
4. The seal must be firmly seated on the pressure plate.
5. Then you need to screw the threaded pins into the mixer elements through the necessary holes.