How Do You Change a Shower Head Extension the Right Way (Without Leaks or a Plumber)?
To change a shower head extension, turn off the shower, unscrew the old extension arm from the wall pipe by hand or with a padded wrench, clean the threads,…
Where Can I Find a Kitchen Faucet Installation Tool Nearby — and Which One Do I Actually Need?
The tool you’re looking for is almost certainly a basin wrench (or a modern faucet installation wrench), and you can pick one up “nearby” at any Home Depot,…
How Do I Remove an Old Tap Washer Without Wrecking the Faucet?
To remove an old tap washer, shut off the water, unscrew the tap handle and lift out the valve stem, then undo the small brass retaining screw at the bottom…
What Bath Faucet Hole Size Do I Actually Need for My Sink or Tub?
A standard bath faucet hole is 1-3/8 inches (about 35 mm) in diameter, and most bathroom sink and deck-mount tub faucets are built to fit that hole. What…
What Is a Replacement 12 Inch Deck Plate for a Kitchen Faucet, and How Do I Pick the Right One?
A replacement 12 inch deck plate for a kitchen faucet is a 12-inch escutcheon (cover plate) that hides the two extra holes in a 3-hole sink when you install…
What Size Is a Faucet Supply Line, and Which One Do I Actually Need for My Sink?
Most residential faucet supply lines are 3/8″ compression on the shut-off valve side and either 1/2″-14 IPS or M10 x 1.0 (10mm) on the faucet side, with a…