How to fix the sink?
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On how well it will be doneinstallation of kitchen equipment, will depend not only on the appearance, but also on the functionality of your kitchen. In some cases, a specialist can not do without the help of a specialist, but if you need to install any one element, for example, a sink, then almost any person with minimal plumbing skills can cope with it. In this article, we'll figure out how you can independently install a car wash, thereby avoiding unnecessary costs. Consider two types of sinks: a bill of lading and a mortise.
Consignment Wash
Such a sink is easy to install by yourself. Before installing a surface wash, the first thing to do is to install a mixer, otherwise this procedure will be inconvenient.
How to fix a sink? It's very simple: a silicone sealant is applied to the top layer of the cabinet, which prevents moisture from entering, protects the tree and securely secures the sink. Self-tapping screws (no more than 16 mm in length) are carefully attached to the sink and connect it to the curbstone. Then connect the mixer and drain pipes. On how to connect the mixer correctly, you can read in our article How to install a mixer.
But back to our sink. It is desirable to mount a washbasin on a curb without a back wall so that it is possible to calmly bring communications. The main disadvantage of the overhead sink is the gaps between the sink and the curbstone, which can seriously complicate the cleaning of this zone.
Flush sink
The method of installation of mortise sinks is such that theyare built-in, since they are put directly into the countertop. Let's look at how to fix a sink of this type. On the saw and on the inside side of the sink we apply a silicone sealant. Mount the sink in the hole of the curbstone and hold it tight. Do not forget to use the clamps that come with the sink, in order to press it from the bottom. Then connect the mixer and drain pipes.
The main advantages of embedded sinks arehygienic and easy operation. By cons is quite a complex installation, if the kitchen is made of natural or artificial stone. In this case, it is worth turning to a specialist, since it is rather difficult to cut a smooth hole in a stone table top.
Helpful Tips
Finally, we decided to share with readersuseful information on related topics. Those who want to make a sink with their own hands, we recommend reading our article. How to make a sink. And in the article How to install a kitchen contains very valuable recommendations for installing a kitchen set.
