How To Hook Up Bathroom Sink Drain Stopper

Bathroom sink drain stoppers are an important part of keeping your bathroom clean and free of clogs. A properly installed drain stopper will prevent water from leaking out of the sink and onto the floor, and it will also help to keep hair and other debris from clogging the drain. Installing a drain stopper is a relatively simple task that can be completed in a few minutes.

Materials You'll Need

New drain stopper
Wrenches
Plumbers putty
Flashlight

Instructions

1. Remove the old drain stopper. Using a wrench, loosen the nuts that hold the drain stopper in place. Once the nuts are loose, you can pull the drain stopper out of the drain.

2. Clean the drain. Once the drain stopper is removed, you can use a flashlight to inspect the drain for any debris. If you see any hair or other debris, remove it with a pair of pliers.

3. Apply plumbers putty to the new drain stopper. Roll a small piece of plumbers putty into a ball and place it around the base of the new drain stopper. The plumbers putty will help to create a watertight seal between the drain stopper and the sink.

4. Insert the new drain stopper into the drain. Push the drain stopper into the drain until it is snug against the plumbers putty. Tighten the nuts that hold the drain stopper in place with a wrench.

5. Test the drain stopper. Run water into the sink and check to see if the drain stopper is working properly. The water should not leak out of the sink and the drain stopper should prevent water from flowing down the drain.

Tips

If you are having trouble getting the drain stopper to fit properly, you can try using a different type of plumbers putty. There are several different types of plumbers putty available, so you may need to experiment to find one that works best for your sink.
If you are still having trouble getting the drain stopper to fit properly, you may need to call a plumber. A plumber will be able to help you determine the cause of the problem and fix it.
You should clean your drain stopper regularly to prevent it from becoming clogged. You can clean the drain stopper by removing it from the sink and soaking it in a solution of vinegar and water.

Conclusion

Installing a bathroom sink drain stopper is a simple task that can be completed in a few minutes. By following these instructions, you can ensure that your drain stopper is installed properly and that it is working correctly.