How To Hook Up Bathroom Sink Drain

A bathroom sink drain is an essential part of any bathroom. It allows water to drain from the sink and prevents it from overflowing. If your bathroom sink drain is not working properly, it can be a major inconvenience. Fortunately, it is relatively easy to hook up a bathroom sink drain yourself. By following these simple steps, you can get your sink drain working again in no time.

Step 1: Gather your materials.

Before you begin, you will need to gather the following materials:

A new drain assembly
A wrench
A putty knife
Plumber's putty
A flashlight (optional)

Step 2: Turn off the water supply.

Before you begin working on the drain, it is important to turn off the water supply to the sink. This will prevent water from leaking out of the drain while you are working.

Step 3: Remove the old drain assembly.

Use the wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the old drain assembly in place. Once the nuts are loose, you can remove the old drain assembly by hand.

Step 4: Clean the drain hole.

Use the putty knife to clean the drain hole. Remove any old plumber's putty or debris that may be blocking the hole.

Step 5: Apply plumber's putty to the new drain assembly.

Roll a small amount of plumber's putty into a rope and apply it to the bottom of the new drain assembly. The putty will help to create a watertight seal between the drain assembly and the sink.

Step 6: Insert the new drain assembly into the drain hole.

Insert the new drain assembly into the drain hole and tighten the nuts until they are snug. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this could damage the drain assembly.

Step 7: Turn on the water supply.

Turn on the water supply to the sink and check for leaks. If there are any leaks, tighten the nuts until the leaks stop.

Step 8: Install the stopper.

Insert the stopper into the drain assembly and tighten the screw until it is snug. The stopper will prevent water from draining out of the sink when it is not in use.

That's it! You have now successfully hooked up your bathroom sink drain.