How To Change A Bathroom Sink Faucet

A dripping faucet is not only annoying but also a waste of water. If you're looking to save money and do a little home improvement, replacing a bathroom sink faucet is a relatively easy project that can be completed in a few hours.

Before you begin, you'll need to gather a few tools and materials. You'll need a new faucet, a basin wrench, a pair of pliers, a screwdriver, and some plumber's putty. Once you have everything you need, you can follow these steps to replace your bathroom sink faucet:

**Turn off the water supply to the sink.** There should be two shut-off valves under the sink, one for the hot water and one for the cold water. Turn both valves clockwise to turn off the water.
**Disconnect the old faucet from the water supply lines.** Use the basin wrench to loosen the nuts that connect the water supply lines to the faucet. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this can damage the water supply lines.
**Remove the old faucet from the sink.** Once the water supply lines are disconnected, you can remove the old faucet from the sink. To do this, simply unscrew the nuts that hold the faucet in place. Be careful not to drop the faucet into the sink, as this could damage the sink.
**Apply plumber's putty to the base of the new faucet.** Plumber's putty is a type of sealant that will help to prevent leaks around the base of the faucet. To apply plumber's putty, simply roll it into a rope and then place it around the base of the faucet.
**Install the new faucet in the sink.** Once the plumber's putty is in place, you can install the new faucet in the sink. To do this, simply align the faucet with the holes in the sink and then tighten the nuts that hold the faucet in place. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this could damage the faucet.
**Connect the water supply lines to the new faucet.** Once the faucet is installed, you can connect the water supply lines to the faucet. To do this, simply tighten the nuts that connect the water supply lines to the faucet. Be careful not to overtighten the nuts, as this could damage the water supply lines.
**Turn on the water supply to the sink.** Once the water supply lines are connected, you can turn on the water supply to the sink. To do this, simply turn both shut-off valves counterclockwise.
**Check for leaks.** Once the water supply is turned on, check for leaks around the base of the faucet. If you see any leaks, tighten the nuts that hold the faucet in place. You may also need to apply more plumber's putty to the base of the faucet.

Replacing a bathroom sink faucet is a relatively easy project that can be completed in a few hours. By following these steps, you can save money and improve the look of your bathroom.