Kitchen Sinks

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Faucet Water Filter Facts: What's In Your Tap?

A faucet water filter is a great choice to filter out contaminants you might not even know are there.

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3 Quick Fixes for Common Sink Issues

Don't call the plumber yet! An easy DIY repair may be all your sink needs.

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Install an Undermount Sink

Undermount sinks are a popular choice for updating kitchens or bathrooms.

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Installing a Sink

All sink installs follow the same general eight steps that you can find in this guide.

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Install an Overmount Sink

Installing an overmount sink might seem like an intimidating task.

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Troubleshooting 5 Common Sink Soap Dispenser Problems

The best way to keep your hands clean is to install a soap dispenser in the area of your sink.

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Should I Get a Copper Sink?

Q. I'm thinking of installing a copper kitchen sink under granite slab on old cabinetry.

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How to Fix a Leaky Kitchen Sink Faucet

Avoid the dripping noise and the high water bill.

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Kitchen Sink Garbage Disposal Repair

Get the daily grind working again.

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How to Prevent Ongoing Clogs in a Utility Sink

They often handle heavy duty tasks.

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How to Fix a Clogged Kitchen Sink

In many cases fixing a clogged kitchen sink may require several different attempts and methods.

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Kitchen Sink Leak Repair

A kitchen leak can stem from a loose bolt or worn gasket.

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Deep Kitchen Sink Plumbing Preparation

Deep sinks are all the rage.

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6 Types of Sink Strainers to Consider

Back nut and double cut are among the strainer options.

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5 Types of Kitchen Sink Faucets

Due to the many varieties of kitchen sink faucets available in the market, choosing one is difficult.

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7 Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink Refurbishing Tips

People who are attracted to practicality often favor a stainless steel kitchen sink. T

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Kitchen Sink Drain: P-Trap or S-Trap?

A P-trap is widely used nowadays. However, there are still houses out there that still use the S-trap.

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How to Replace a Sink Strainer Basket

Keep the debris away from the flow.

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How to Install a Wall Mount Kitchen Faucet

Installing a wall mount kitchen faucet is probably one of the most difficult jobs that you can do.

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Installing Kitchen Sink Drain Plumbing

This is one place you want a drain in your life.

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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Sprayer Hose

These flexible faucets make doing dishes easier.

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How to Repair a Sink Water Supply Line Leak

You can easily replace the line and repair the leak yourself.

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Removing and Preventing Rust on Your Stainless Steel Kitchen Sink

Stainless steel kitchen sinks are beautiful and durable additions to the modern kitchen.

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How to Drill a Hole Into a Cast Iron Sink

Using the right bit is the key to successfully drilling through a cast iron sink.

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Refinishing Cast Iron Sinks

Repainting your cast iron sink will add function as well as fashion to your room.

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Removing Paint Stains from an Acrylic Sink

Determining the type of paint stained on the sink is the key to successfully removing it.

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Pros and Cons of Owning a Granite Kitchen Sink

A granite kitchen sink always looks good and is a stunning focal point in the kitchen.

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How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Shut-Off Valve

To replace a shut off valve in the kitchen sink, you need to close the valves to the water supply.

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3 Common Under Sink Water Filter Problems

Most under sink water filter problems can be easily resolved without calling a professional plumber.

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Adding a Sprayer to Kitchen Faucets

Adding a sprayer to your kitchen faucets is not as difficult as it may appear to be.

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How to Fix a Leaky Kitchen Sink Drain Pipe

Address this promptly to minimize moisture damage.

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How to Reglaze a Sink

Sometimes reglazing sink surfaces is the only way to save an unsightly sink in your bathroom.

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Undermount a Drop-In Sink: 3 Tips

A drop-in sink is so named because it drops into a pre-cut hole in a kitchen or bathroom countertop.

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Undermount vs. Overmount Kitchen Sinks

If you're rebuilding your countertop, you may wonder what type of sink you should use.

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How to Fix a Hole in a Stainless Steel Sink

The drain should be the only hole in your sink.

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How to Clean a Kitchen Sink Aerator

Maintenance of the kitchen sink aerator is simple.

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What Sealer Works Best for a Kitchen Strainer Basket?

To install a sink strainer in some sinks, you should use a silicone sealant.

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Why Is Your Kitchen Sink Clogged on Both Sides?

Follow these steps to eliminate any clogs in your pipes that are plugging up both of your sinks.

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Removing Rust from Ceramic Kitchen Sinks

Ceramic kitchen sinks do not rust themselves, but wet kitchenware that has been placed on top of them for a while can leave rust stains. When removing these stains, it is necessary to ensure that the cleaning material is not too tough on the ceramic tiles. There are a couple of safe methods you can use

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Polishing a Porcelain Sink

Porcelain sinks are common fixtures throughout households in the United States and many other countries. Porcelain is a clean-looking, easy to use surface that is ideal for a sink fixture. However, whether you have a porcelain sink in your kitchen, your bathroom, or somewhere else in your home, the fact

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How to Measure for a Top Mount Sink

Installing a top mount sink into your kitchen may seem like a taunting task, and many people will give you different ideas when comes to how to measure the hole for it to be cut correctly. The fact of the matter is, measuring to install the top mount sink is very easy and can be done in a matter of minutes.

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Can I reglaze a porcelain sink?

If your old porcelain sink has lost its shine and has become dull, you can re-glaze it like you would a bathtub and restore it to its original shine. You need to cover all the metal and aluminum fittings connected to the sink with painter’s tape before you start. You then apply hydrofluoric acid, which

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How can I cover scratches on a porcelain sink?

If your porcelain sink has some scratches or blemishes on it due to age and wear, there are a couple of things that you can try to remove them. One is to use specific solutions to clean and smoothen your porcelain. There are various products like these, such as Dial Corp’s Soft Scrub. Another way is

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How can I clean rust from a porcelain sink?

When rust has formed on your porcelain sink due to its age and inevitable wear, you can still remove the rust yourself and restore the surface of your sink to its original shine. There are some products available on the market today that can easily remove rust and stubborn marks on various surfaces.

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How to Eliminate Kitchen Sink Odor

Suppress the stink with easy DIY tactics.