Rubber washers should go the nut side. The thicker side of the washers should always be the slip nut. It is the nut that is movable and also commonly turned to tighten the connection. The rubber washers should also be on the threaded fitting of the pipe.19 Jul 2021
Do I need plumbers putty on sink drain with rubber gasket?
No. Plumbers putty is old school. Many plumbers use only the rubber gasket included with faucets, pop-ups and tub wastes. Plumbers putty is cheap but it will dry out and crack quicker than rubber gaskets.
Where does washer go in PVC pipe?
Insert the plastic washer into the PVC pipe, with the short side facing down so that it fits inside of the pipe opening and the collar of the washer rests on the top of the pipe.
What are the parts of a kitchen sink drain?
- Sink Strainer. You should see the sink strainer whenever you use your kitchen sink.
- Tail Piece. You'll see the tail piece just right after the strainer.
- Tee. A tee is a pipe that's shaped like the letter “T”.
- Waste Arm.
- Extension Tube.
- Coupler.
- Elbow.
- P-Trap.
Where does the rubber gasket go on a sink drain?
A: " Insert metal strainer into drain hole with the white foam gasket attached and install black rubber gasket underneath the sink. Please make sure the gaskets are in the right position to avoid leakage.
What is the ring around the sink drain called?
The drain collar, or flange, in your bathroom sink helps connect the waste pipe and drain of your sink.
How do you replace a drain stub?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EQUwdWMTG6Y
How do you replace a sink gasket?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iQaDgfc-MYI
Which way does the rubber gasket go on a sink drain?
The Flange of the basket strainer goes on the inside of the sink and the rubber washer/gasket, paper gasket, pressure cup and nut are under the sink. The rubber washer seals the sink from below, putty or caulk seal the flange to the sink from above.
Why is my sink tailpiece leaking?
Leaking tailpieces usually allow water to seep out of its connections. Tightening the slip nuts or replacing the plastic slip washers should correct this problem.