Thinking of upgrading a bathroom or kitchen, but don’t have a big budget? Or perhaps it’s time to put a home on the market and it needs to look its best. One inexpensive and relatively easy upgrade that can be done in a short amount of time is replacing fixtures in kitchen and bathroom sinks. It is amazing how much such a small change can brighten up a room, and make it seem “newer” and more polished without the expense of a full remodeling job.
Replacing kitchen and bathroom sink faucets, make a big difference in the feel of the room. Old, rusty, dinged or corroded faucets and handles look shabby and will eventually spring a leak and need replacing anyway. Why not head the process off and indulge in the fun of browsing a wide range of faucet choices and choose one that will make the kitchen or bathroom more appealing? A good Plumbing Supply NYC store will have everything needed, from the fixtures themselves to tools, putties and nuts and bolts.
Replacing a faucet should not take more than a few hours, and sometimes it can be much quicker than that. The hardest part is removing the old fixtures, since they can be corroded or hard to access or reach with the tools on hand. Make sure that shut-off valves are closed before beginning the process. Have a bucket at the ready to catch dribbles. If a faucet is very stubborn and won’t come out, it may be necessary to call a plumber to avoid damaging pipes.
Once the old faucet is out, it becomes a matter of following the directions that come with the new one, which are usually pretty thorough and comprehensive. A few trips to Plumbing Supply NYC may be necessary, if additional tools are needed or corroded pipes are discovered that may need to be replaced. Here are a few of the items most likely to be needed for this project:
- Hammer
- Adjustable Wrench
- Plumber’s Putty
- Tube Cutter
- Small Saw
- Pliers
- Screwdriver Set
- Pipe Wrench
Start with these things on hand and proceed, one step at a time, following manufacturers directions and the new fixtures should soon be in place and ready to go. This simple upgrade will improve the functionality and appearance of the kitchen or bathroom without a lot of stress or difficulty. For more info Visit Domain.
