Sink Repair

As a rule, their choice is limited to three options. The first is a console model attached to the wall with brackets. True, this option, familiar to almost everyone from childhood, now takes on new, original forms. The second option - the so-called "tulip", a device on the leg that covers communications, is now widespread, although the third option has begun to replace it - a model built into a table or chest of drawers which is often sold complete with a mirror.

Thanks to siphons. How does this device isolate our premises from unwanted odours? Such an effect is not achieved by the use of any special filter, but by the very water that we use when opening the tap. After the tap is closed and water completely drains into the sewer line, a small amount of liquid remains in the body or bend of the siphon and acts as an insulator against sewage fumes. Water must be poured out of the siphon if you have to disassemble it.

Unscrew the bottom cover and clean the inside of the siphon with a long wire or screwdriver. Before unscrewing the cover, it is recommended to place a bucket under the siphon so as not to stain the bathroom or kitchen floor. After cleaning, screw the cover back into place, making sure that the rubber O-ring does not fall out of the structure. Often, after cleaning, the siphon begins to leak exactly at the place where the thread connecting the siphon body and the cover is located. The fact is that the seals deform over time, therefore, after disassembling the siphon, you need to replace the old ring with a new one. It happens that replacing the ring does not help; in such a case, you can use a sealant, covering the joint between the siphon and the cover. If you don’t have sealant at hand, you can use plasticine.

In such cases, a steel cable is usually used. But the cable is not always at hand. Therefore, you can use a hard rubber hose. One end of the hose is put on the water tap, the other is wrapped with a rag and inserted into the drain. Pressurized hot water through a hose will help flush out dirt and grease. If there is no suitable thick-walled hose, a thinner one will do. In this case, you will need a ring made of dense rubber (in the shape of a drain hole). The pressure of hot water coming from the tap will quickly clean the drain pipe. Remember to cover the top overflow hole with a wet rag when cleaning the drain. If water is dripping from under the sink, then something has happened to the rubber O-ring located between the sink’s surface and the outlet; it either stretched, cracked, or moved from its place due to the fact that the nut securing the outlet is loose.

Of the tools, you only need an adjustable wrench. To prevent sharp notches from damaging the chrome finish, wrap a piece of heavy cloth around the knot. If the upper part of the faucet cannot be unscrewed, then it is necessary to do the following: wrap the faucet with a cloth and pour hot water on top. Or it may be enough to screw the top of the tap a little tighter to separate both threads. To repair a leaky tap, it is necessary to change the gaskets between the unscrewed upper part of the valve and the fixed body. First of all, the water supply should be shut off. Close both valves on the pipes supplying cold and hot water to the apartment. The riser can be located in the kitchen, bathroom or toilet. Stock up on time with a set of different gaskets and seals so that you can carry out the repair quickly. Remove the old gasket, insert a new one and, if necessary, secure with a nut.

Metal sinks are most often installed in kitchens. They are covered with a special enamel that protects the product from the effects of household chemicals, water, rust, mechanical damage. However, the enamel itself can crack or chip off. The coating is especially resistant to impacts. We use special enamel restoration kits to fix cracks in metal sinks. The surface is polished and smoothed. Ceramic products are usually installed in bathrooms. The surface on them is damaged less often than on metal models. On the other hand, there is a risk of chipping. To eliminate such defects, there are special putties and sealants. It is a little easier to fix cracks. In this case, the damage is covered with a special waterproof sealant of a suitable colour. If you need to fix a chip or crack on sinks made of artificial stone, then liquid acrylic is applied in a thick layer like enamel. In case you try to carry out repairs yourself, the result is not guaranteed. Most likely, you will have to redo or completely change the equipment. Therefore, it is better to turn to professional plumbers for assistance. By calling us, you will save both nerves and money. The company's specialists have extensive experience, they can easily cope with any damage to the sinks, and, if necessary, replace the damaged unit with a new one.