Kitchen Sink Basket Strainer Stuck?
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- Kitchen sink basket strainer stuck? The reality is that nine out of ten basket strainers will not come out easily. They've been in service for years and depending on the strainer material and water conditions in your area, the nuts that secure them to the sink are literally welded in place.
There are multiple tools on the market that claim to remove the frozen parts with ease, but in my experience, none of them work. In this video, I'll show you a couple of techniques that will get the job done without wasting your money on specialty tools.
Kitchen sink basket strainer stuck? Owning a reciprocating saw or oscillating multi-tool will get the job done quickly. But If you own a hack saw along with a little elbow grease I'll show you how to remove it and save yourself some cash.
Regards $ Happy Plumbing!
Bob
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I just ran into this problem just a few months ago. I bought the spatula looking tool from The Home Despot and it was worthless. I did have some minor success with a tool from Channellock, the 12in. Offset Oil Filter Pliers, Model# 2012. Lucky for me the whole strainer was rusted threw so it just disintegrated under the force. Thanks for posting this Bob, stay well
You as well, thanks for checking out the video. Regards, Bob.
This is one of the most helpful video I've ever watched. He just saved me $400 - $500 today:
After my husband wasted today's whole day trying to manually remove the upper screw/nut of the kitchen sink with several plumbing tools and 2 trips to Home Depot for supplies (and made me suffer 2+ hours helping him), he finally gives up and decide to call the plumber tomorrow.
I had to make him follow this video's instructions. We finally was able to cut through then ply open the upper die-cast lock nut with the multi-tool & screwdriver (last method mentioned in the video) within 15 minutes without damaging the sink at all - first try too.
I just watched your video on removing old stuck strainer nuts when replacing your sink strainer.. I was very impressed & I'm a 56 year old industrial maintenance man. Well done Bob & I subscribed. I will rely on your plumbing videos in the future.
Thank you so much, you are greatly appreciated! Happy Plumbing! Bob.
Thanks. Multi tool and ear plugs did the job. The nut was pretty flimsy. One cut and it came apart.
Nice work!
Bob, Thank you for sharing. I also used a drill with metal bits drilling two holes each on opposite sides. Then applied your flat head screw driver twisting technique which did the trick. Regards from Jamaica
The drill worked great. One little nip and the flat head screw driver did the rest.
Bob, thanks x 1000. Used Dremel, worked like a charm, but you're right about being careful not to put a hole in sink. I did hit the insulation. I was all set to go to HD and find some tools that I probably would use only once. I don't own but have used a multitool before, would be perfect for this. Also started with a regular hacksaw but room was a problem. The little Lenox would be great too. That's really all you need. Again thanks x 1000!!
Thank you for checking out the video! Bob
Thank you for the insight that all most all of these basket nuts are essentially welded together. I also wasted money on a $15 wrench (one that didn't get your check mark) before using brute force.
Thanks for checking out the video!
Great video. The multi-toolI looks like it would make quick work. I didn't have one so I simply used a diagonal cutter and was able to bend and cut the top flat horizontal part then I used a small drill bit to make small holes down the vertical part then used a screwdriver to pry it out. Worked quickly without any possibility of cutting the stainless sink.
Thanks for the info! Appreciate your visit! Bob.
This was great advice. I should have come here first before busting a kidney out my back trying to get it free! Cut through it with a Dremel in under a minute and had it off. Perfect solution- thanks!
Thanks Bob. I wasn’t sure using my multi-tool was a good idea until I saw this video. Thanks for showing me how to do it!
Glad to help
Very informative and a comprehensive explanation. Thank you for saving the day! Now onto my back to brave all of the metal filings that are going to be blowing everywhere!
Thank you so much! This was the best video I have seen! Got it off getting ready to put the new one on!
Followed hacksawing on the side & pry it off . Installed similar recommended sink basket. I save $350 as quoted by plumber . Thanks Bob
You're welcome👍
Great details sir. Thank you very much for taking the time to do this videos for every one!
My pleasure!
Priceless informaton. Thank you Bob.
Thank you for checking it out! Regards, Bob.
Thank you for your video it helped me to do the work!!!
Glad it helped! Thanks for checking out the video!
Thanks for the explanations about how to use different tools to cut the stuck strainer nuts. Mine was brass, looking good, not rusted at all. But still, there was no way to move it. After I cut it with multi tool, I found that there were so much plumber putty in between the nut and the strainer. Not just rusted nuts would stuck, a good one can do so also, because of the plumber putty. My new one is made of plastic, so the new owner of my house should be able to crack and remove it easily even if it stuck.
Good ideas... if you will. 😂 Seriously, very helpful. I've been struggling with a drain that someone misthreaded the nut and just kept tightening the damn thing. I feel a bit more confident after getting some ideas from a professional before I attempt what I was sure was going to be a marred up sink. Thanks!
You're welcome, thanks for checking out the video!
Thanks Bob!
You're Welcome!... Thank You, regards. Bob.
Thank you. I needed that. Used my vibrating tool with metal blade, made one cut on each side prying it with screw driver an it fell off. Appreciate your help 🙏
You're very welcome!
I always wondered why the plumbers putty kept oozing out after installation. Now i know, thanks for the info at the end.
Glad to help
I watched this. Used the Dremel and it worked like a champ. Thanks Bob!!
Thanks, mine was a real mess! This saved the day!
Excellent! Glad to help!
You are 100% right. THANKS!!! I had to get my hacksaw out, but it did the job!!
Thnx Bob! My lock nut didn't have the nubs. It was more like a nut. I'm not a real strong gal, but I'm persistent as hell. I finally used a drill from the side and drilled it into.
Thnx for your videos!! Never know what seeds you plant. Merry Christmas! Thnx again!
Merry Christmas, happy to help!
Most of the new strainers now are stainless steel with plastic nuts and threads. Bought one a year ago no leaks works fine $9.50 from Amazon came with the stainless steel basket and stainless steel stopper works great easy to remove plastic nut in the future.
Thanks. Tools from home depot did not work. I decided to go for a sawing it as you suggested. After 35 minutes finally I got the stinker out.
Hey Bob, great video, great options. You make plumbing fun…kinda😝
Thanks 👍
hey Bob you forgot about friction washer under black gasket great video
That was a test Walter LOL! I agree if the nut is in contact with the rubber gasket, no question a friction washer is needed. For these deep dish strainers the locknut doesn’t come in contact with the rubber gasket so this works out well. Regards, Bob.
Every point I hit and everything I love about this task you hit. that cardboard
Another great video.
I wish someone would make a plumber's putty alternative. Half used tubs dry out quickly, and if the strainer isn't installed tight enough the putty will start to dissolve over time and leak.
Some guy's use silicone caulk, but I'm still old school and think putty is bullet proof! Regards, Bob.
nobody mentions years of corrosion. thank you. your video made the job possible.
I just look at it & say be nice to me today & bam it comes right off
That sometimes happens, and it's a beautiful thing!
excellent.... bless you!
Thank You, Roy! Regards, Bob.
Thanks for tips. After struggling with channel locks came across the video and tried the drill. Two holes and I could tear the nut off.
I will.invest in a quality strainer ,with brass, hoping big box store carries if not I'll go plumbing supply store
Drill through the nut, pilot hole then a larger bit. Peel the broken nut off with a pliers. Did the trick, thanks.
Dremel for the Win! Thanks
Super.. Tons of good extra thinking. Brass parts--great. Gotta ask, Did you mean saw through that potmetal collar? Tricky looking. I wish you'd cut or started cutting one. Thanks for clear video, great lighting.
I have had decent luck with a flat head screwdriver on the nut ears and hammer to break them loose.
How did you immobilize the basket? Usually, hitting the nut ears just moves the basket too.
Thanks for the video. I've got a situation where the nut broke right off and the pipe came out, but the cup part of the basket strainer is just stuck on the sink and will not budge. Any ideas?
The lock nut or the nut holding the tailpiece. A good old hacksaw generally solves everything, at least for me!
This is happening to me at this exact moment, and I have no clue what to do
Did you ever get the cup/sleeve/bell cover off?
Hllo sir I how this is made coupling I m manufare of coupling but do not.know how you guys give threading on 40 mm dia pipe
Pls.provide me any way to do threading on such light thin pipe
How can I do it fast threading or any mould which cover basket with 2" or one inch threading pipe with basket
Makita grinder and tinsnips if it takes more than one minute you’re doing something wrong.👨🔧
I'd like to see the actual work.
It would be nice if you could go to a client’s home and do real-time removal of strainer,geez !!
When that opportunity presents itself, I will most certainly do so! (some folks are uncomfortable having me film in their homes). Regards, Bob.
Ug. Mines the brass nut ring, not the one with nubs.... :(
can the strainer basket rust to the the strainer itself
Yes, it happens sometimes, you just have to carefully try to pry it off once the nut is removed. Slow and easy does it or you'll risk damaging the sink
@@BobsPlumbingVideos thank you for the heads up I ended up having to cut off the drain basket with my Dremel it was rusted and puttyed together
@@joseykindred2481 My Pleasure! Regards, Bob.
Seems no one, including my self thinks of using a little grease on threads, initially.
Hey Bob... I bought the Coflex Deep Cup with the brass nuts. The directions don't say anything about using Plumber's Putty and the description on Amazon says the foam gaskets eliminate the need for plumber's putty... I'm a little leery of not using putty because that's what I've always done... do you use plumber's putty with this strainer basket? If so, do you use putty of the foam gaskets or the foam gaskets?
sorry... should have asked if you do use foam putty, do you use the foam gaskets too?
I only use plumbers putty, ditch the foam gaskets!
how do you remove the one in the thumbnail?
The old fashion way, a hacksaw. Or if you own a multi (oscillating tool) use a metal blade and slice thru the nut.
Bob, I am in the middle of trying to remove a drain from a commercial SS sink. My #%^&* lock nut is made of brass. Will I still be able to cut through it? I am thinking of going with the cutting tool on my Dremel.
The brass nuts generally will come off without cutting, but if you have to, they shuld cut like butter. Much softer than those die cast nuts.
20 minutes gawdddd😅
I got the nut off but the strainer is stuck
Those cheap basket strainers all I do is get a big flathead screwdriver and a hammer get the flathead between the nut and the body pound it in than twist the driver the nut starts to break off in prices. It’s a shame cheap metallic as supposed to a solid brass strainer
A dremel would make short of that.
pooty?
Usually the basket strainers are rotten so they just fall apart.
i installed a chrome tailpiece at my grandparents house it connected to a strainer from 1938. when i replaced the plumbing i did not replace the 1938 strainer. i came back a few weeks later and saw my chrome work was rotten. it was rotten because the strainer was leaking on it. now i have to re do it the only part i can save is the pvc p trap and the nova vent. since i'm in Wisconsin i can use pp and pvc. i will have to cut out the strainer.
Thanks Bob!