Do I need plumbers putty underneath my faucet?
This is a good idea to keep moisture from getting under the faucet and into the cabinet... More »
When replacing a faucet, do I need to put putty underneath it?
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Yes, this will prevent water and moisture from leaking around the faucet and underneath the counter.
The pull-out spray nozzle in my new faucet won’t retract back into the faucet, what’s causing this?
Perhaps the weight that retracts the spray hose fell off or is caught on something underneath the... More »
What do I need to do to repair my leaking faucet?
Is it leaking from the handle or out the spout? Most faucets are washer-type, and if these are leaking from the spout, you will have to replace the... More »
What is the purpose of an aerator on a faucet?
An aerator diffuses the water to prevent... More »
What does it mean when a faucet is said to have 8-inch centers?
The faucet mounts with the fixture holes set 8 inches apart. It’s important that you buy the right size faucet to... More »
What is plumber’s putty?
It is a sealing putty used for a variety of tasks including to seal basket strainers, garbage disposal rims and tub... More »
Can putty knives be used as a scraper for drywall?
While putty knives with stiff blades can be used to scrape loose materials, a paint scraper is a better tool for the job. It has a sharp blade... More »
What’s the difference between a putty knife and a paint scraper?
They both look the same? Scrapers are too stiff for the efficient application of compounds. Putty knives are to flexible for... More »
My faucet is leaking and I think it is due to my hard water. What do you recommend?
Instead of buying a new valve stem, try to ream the faucet seat with a seat reamer to remove any calcium deposits that may have formed from your... More »
I bought a new faucet with a built-in pull out spray nozzle, and now I have an extra hole in my sink where the pull-out spray used to be.
You can use this hole for a variety of handy accessories, such as a soap dispenser or for the dispenser of an under-sink water filtration... More »
How to Replace a Kitchen Faucet
Your kitchen faucet is probably one of the most-used fixtures in your home. If your faucet has seen better days, or if it’s out of style, watch... More »
