How To Change A Bathroom Spout

In replacing a bathroom spout, you won't need special tools or extensive experience in plumbing skills to get it done. You will need to have a bit of time on your hands, a few essential tools, and a new spout to make your transformation a success. This guide will help you through the process.

Essential Tools

Before you embark on this project, you will need to gather a few essential tools. These include:

Adjustable wrench.
Pliers.
Screwdriver.
New bathroom spout.
Plumber's putty.
Bucket.
Flashlight.

Steps on How to Change a Bathroom Spout

Once you have gathered the necessary tools and materials, you can follow these steps to replace your bathroom spout:

Turn off the water supply. The first step is to turn off the water supply to your bathroom sink. There should be a valve located beneath the sink; turn it clockwise to turn off the water.
Remove the old spout. Place the bucket beneath the bathroom sink to catch any water that may leak. Then, use the adjustable wrench to loosen and remove the nuts securing the old spout to the sink. Removing the old spout should be fairly easy with a few twists of the wrench.
Clean the area. Before installing the new spout, it is essential to clean the area where the old spout was located. Use the cloth and cleanser to clean away any debris or grime.
Apply plumber's putty. Take a small amount of plumber's putty and roll it into a rope-like shape. Once rolled, press the putty into the recess of the sink where the new spout will be installed. It will create a seal and prevent leaks.
Install the new spout. Take the new spout and carefully align it with the holes in the sink. Once aligned, hand-tighten the nuts until they are snug.
Turn on the water supply. Slowly turn on the water supply valve beneath the sink. Check for any leaks around the spout. If you see any leaks, tighten the nuts further until the leak stops.

Troubleshooting Tips

If you encounter any problems while changing your bathroom spout, these troubleshooting tips may help:

If the new spout is leaking, try tightening the nuts further. If the leak persists, you may need to apply more plumber's putty.
If the spout is not straight, loosen the nuts and adjust the spout until it is level. Then, retighten the nuts.
If you cannot remove the old spout, you may need to use a penetrating oil to loosen the nuts. Apply the oil to the nuts and let it sit for a few minutes before attempting to loosen them.

Follow these steps and tips and you should be able to change your bathroom spout quickly and easily.