Excellent and the after market gasket tip is a great idea. I am getting older and wallowing around under a sink is pretty tough these days. I want to get it done forever in one shot.
Thank you so much for watching the video and leaving such a nice comment. I hope that you will be able to install your drain assembly with the help of this video. You Can Do It👍
Leaving a comment in case it helps someone. I installed a new marble vanity with a new pop up drain and I tightened the heck out of that nut and it still kept leaking right where the large gasket meets the bottom of the sink. And eventually what I tried that fixed it was to flip the gasket upside down. Yep seems crazy, but it worked and it doesn't leak anymore. And the reason why is when they make these cultured stone sinks they don't clean out the inner diameter of the drain very well (has a rough uneven edge) but they do machine the bottom surface. So by flipping the gasket it was up against that nice clean even side and it sealed right up. I could have went the silicone route but I didn't want a bunch of silicone in there for the next time the drain has to be replaced. Another option to try if you are stuck.
My plumber neighbor told me that most of the leaks are caused by amateurs trying to over tighten those gaskets. Snug them up so they are not deformed by the pressure should be tried first then gradual additional tightening.
I've had 2 diff. ones installed "by the directions" go bad now in the last 30 hours. Bath remodel almost done ... and now my guy is unavailable for another few days. Remodels in Rural Lands is about to cure me of this hobby I so enjoy! On my 6th house remodel since my husband passed 20 years ago . . . paying it forward to make up for things I did in my teens ;)
Hi. Sorry to hear that they are failing. Might want to ensure that everything is tight. I have installed about 20 since the airing if this video. I have not had any leaks. I wish you the best with being able to stop the leak👍
I ran across your video I just purchased a new bathroom faucet, I’m single trying to figure how to install the plunge part , I was a Lowes I was told you shouldn’t use putty on ABS plastic pipe or the plunge , I was told to only use clear silicone. Interesting you add the putty. Good video.
I clogged my drain and disassembled everything, removing putty I found and all. And of course I realized I had no idea how to put it back together 😂 thanks so much!
So I just remodeled our downstairs half bath including a stand alone vanity and new top however the traditional stopper that came with the faucet set wouldn’t work due to room constraints, also it wouldn’t drain very fast so I changed over to a pop up stopper and it solved both issues.
This is the video I have been looking for. Very informative step by step instructions and replacement gasket info that is very interesting. I totally appreciate someone showing that projects do not need a group of people to do this and that one guy can DIY!!!! Keep up the excellent instructional work!!!!
Hi! Thank you for watching the video and leaving such a nice comment. Plumber's putty is great to use because it does not dry out and it easily smashes into all the nooks and crannies. Plus, it is not prone to molding like silicone is. If you are wanting to use silicone, you will need to wait until it is completely dry before you use the sink. They do make silicone putty which comes in small rolls, if you want to give that a try. Best wishes on your project 👍.
Some sink assemblies come with a nylon type of flat washer (called a friction washer) that goes on between the rubber washer and nut that helps prevent the whole assembly from turning as you tighten the nut. Thus no need for the pliers.
Thank you for this. Just installed a whole new vanity etc and the dang thing is leaking at that top gasket. It just won’t seal. This should def solve the issue!!
Great video. Any tips if the pop up on a new Delta keeps falling down. Will not stay open? I can pull in open with my fingers but then it falls closed again. It's the new type with no rod arm.
Hi Sarah. Thank you for watching the video. All pop up drains are a little bit different. Usually when that happens it's a few different things. One, the spring might be missing from inside the assembly. Two, it just might need to be screwed tighter. If you grab a hold of the drain pop up assembly and turn it either clockwise or counterclockwise it tightens the assembly up. These might be the fix you need. Hope this helps 👍
@@JodyMolchen Hi Jody! So glad this video was helpful for you. As long as you did a good job of cleaning the surfaces before installing the new pop-up drain, you should be totally fine. The WD-40 might break down some of the solvents in glue, silicone, or putty if the area wasn’t cleaned off good enough. If you clean the surfaces off, then you are totally fine. WD-40 is a great product to use for loosening up stuck nuts, and bolts, and threading.👍
Just a caution, if your drain tube or top gasket is made of rubber you don't want to use plumber's putty. Use silicone instead. The instructions will likely mention this if it applies.
I needed a video that shows each part of the assembly and parts. I had searched and searched. This is the ONLY video that shows what I need. Somebody disassembled and lost all the assembly parts and I needed to know what part I am missing. So….thank you! I know now which piece is missing. I’ve installed other drains but not a pop up. Other videos literally don’t show each part.
Ok I installed one today and it won’t stop leaking from the bottom where that thick gasket is. Also the top has a little gap so I always have water sitting up top.
Hi Steve. I hope that you were able to get the sink to stop leaking. Sometimes, an additional 1/4 twist or so on the nut under the sink is all it takes to stop the leak. I did have one comment in a thread below where a person (@gibby1783) stated that they took the rubber washer under the sink and turned it around and reinstalled it. The person stated that just by doing that, the leak stopped. I hope that this information helps you out with your project. 👍
Great video exact drain pipe, but my sink does not have the drain holes on the side, will that cause a leak? Should I tape up the Rectangular holes on the sides of the pipe?
Hi Frank. Thanks for the compliment and for watching the video. Some sinks do not have the overflow holes. This pop up drain assembly should still work for you as long as those rectangular overflow drain holes in the pop-up drain are enclosed within the sink. Meaning, when you attach the rubber o-ring flange and gasket under the sink you need to make sure that you cannot see those rectangular drain holes in the pop-up drain assembly. As long as that is enclosed within the sink itself then this assembly will work just fine for you. 👍
Can you please tell me the exact brand of the pop up drain assembly you used and where I can buy it. I also need matte black, which it looks like that is what you are installing. I have been in the process of installing a new faucet and drain assembly for the past week with my pedestal sink and I've run into nothing but problems. Today, I got done, but when I turned the water on, my drain assembly leaks, so I have to start over. I would prefer a pop-up (which this new delta faucet does not come with a pop-up drain assembly); seems easier than the one I have. Your video is very good and I'm thinking I can be successful by following it! LOL (and I have lots of patience and don't want to give up and call a plumber)
Hi Joan. So sorry to hear about your drain issues. It's been so long since I posted this video, but give me a minute, I seem to remember posting the brand in someone else's post. I will find it and get back with you.
Thanks so much for watching. The washer is an aftermarket 1 1/4" by Keeney. Get up in the plumbing department at Lowe's. Ace hardware and Home Depot should carry it as well.
I find that when you install the drain before you install the sink, you ‘d have a better handle on it, because you can do your work with the sink up side down. of course it’s not always possible, sometimes the sink comes in one piece with the vanity
Hi Selah. Thank you so much for watching the video and leaving a comment. I think you are correct! It would be much easier to do the work on the sink and then install the sink. However, in this situation the sink was already epoxied onto the granite countertop. Most bathroom vanities these days come complete with the sink already installed, making it a bit more difficult to do the plumbing. Thanks again 👍
Ugh! I wish I'd thought to watch this before I had to jerry rig mine so much. I totally installed mine wrong. Now I'm thinking of getting a new assembly and starting over. Great video. Thanks so much for all the tips. Very easy to understand,vand you explain why you are doing each step.
Thanks so much for the compliment...always appreciated 👍. Installing one of these can be a bit tricky and a headache if it doesn't all go exactly the way it should. I know it's a pain in the rear, but you might want to redo it so you don't have a huge leak in the near future. Amazon has some really nice pop up drain assemblies for not much money and usually free shipping. Way to DIY! Always saves a lot of money and you learn new skills. Keep it up!
I need instructions on how to take this apart, so I can put it back together again. There isn’t any adjustable rod or anything like that. And the nut that’s really close to the D under closet ceiling just will not come off. I am not gonna spend $125 an hour for a plumber here in Seattle. I’d rather go without a sink. I did get the top of my plunger out but it’s only the decorative top. But I can look down and maybe have something I can pull up on to get the drain out I don’t know I’ll probably break it that’s what comes from being a 71-year-old lady. Well, thank you I did get some stuff out of your video. Thank you again.
Hi Charles. Glad to hear that it works without tools. I like to give it a turn with a wrench just ensure that the seams are nice and tight. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, always appreciated 👍
Hi. I think I understand the question....you are asking if the drain hole diameter is smaller than the pop up drain diameter...what can be done? If that is the question, then you need to measure the drain diameter and purchase a pop up drain assembly that is the correct size. You do not want to try to modify the drain pop up assembly or you may run into a leaky end result. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching and commenting.
These tend to leak because water splashes up and gets into the overflow cavity and then water sits on the big gasket/nut. That gasket really isn’t meant to be leakproof l. It’s only there is secure the assembly to the sink. The silicone bead does provide a workaround but many instructions never say anything about doing that. It’s also why if you have taken one of these apart that there will be large build up of gunk in the overflow cavity since water can’t drain from that location.
I still have leak from the big nut underneath. On top the piece I only applied putty, not washer. So I am thinking to put a thin washer on top and new putty. Also someone suggest silicon on the big nut for the bottom. Not exactly sure where the leak came from yet.
That's a bummer. I wonder if you just need to try to tighten it a bit more. Sometimes just another quarter twist on the nut is all that is needed. You should not need additional parts that did not come with your kit. They are usually made as all inclusive...minus the putty / silicone.
Was wondering,,,,, I was told by a plumber of 40 yr in the business that plumbers putty was not to be used on the blk pvc cause it will dry it out and crack the blk pvc 🤷🏽♂️
Hi Ricky. Thanks so much for watching the video and leaving a comment...always appreciated. That is an interesting tip that I have not heard of before. I only use the plumbers putty at the metal flange at the top of the pop-up drain. I used a waterproof sealant on the actual black PVC part. Thanks for the comment 👍
Hi Martin. I couldn't imagine it being too much. If you supply the materials, a handyman usually charges a 1 hour minimum. Shouldn't take that long to install. Hope that helps you. If course, if you follow the video you can do it yourself 😁. Thanks for watching 👍
This is the exact type of drain I'm looking for for my bathroom. I don't have a pull on the faucet to close the drain so I need a pressure pop up in bronze. Please share the brand and what it's called, please? Thank you!
Thanks for watching the video. I purchased those pop up drains from Amazon. There are several different colors and types available. I don't remember what the brand name is and it's no longer on my history of purchases as it's been too long.
Did you apply plumbers putty to the top and bottom? I only used the plumbers putty around the drain flange in the sink. I applied a waterproofing sealer (Lexel) at the bottom portion of the flange under the sink. I've done 7 sinks in my house this way...no leaks. You may want to try tightening the washer....might not be snugged up all the way. Also, the black washer that is used before the plastic nut (under the sink) is cone shaped and directional. Is it faced properly according to my video? I purchased that aftermarket washer because it is far superior to most standard washers that come with pop up drain kits. Also, check for cross threading....that will be a leaking nightmare. Hopefully you just need a little tweaking and extra tightening to dry up your sink drain.👍
@@YouCanDoIt2 yes , I applied the plumber's putty on the top area only & used the black washer that came in the package, ill go purchase a after market washer & some silicon , thank you for your reply 👍
@@montellwilliams811 Hi Montell. Sinks can be tricky, but I have confidence in you! If you purchase the aftermarket under sink flange and some Lexel waterproof sealant you will have a leak proof sink. Thanks again for taking the time to watch our video and leave a comment. Way to DIY!!
Nice job but the box blocked part of the demo. Silicone under sink . No! Spinning the tail piece negates the emphasis on aligning the drain holes on drain piece with sink overflow holes. Minor stuff…yes….but many novice DIY res may not pick these things up
The next person that has to work on this is going to hate you with all of that silicone you used. It is way better to do a little more troubleshooting to find out where your leak is and solve the problem correctly without using silicone. Whenever I do a job I'm always thinking ahead if it needs to be worked on again in the future.
I still have leak form the big lock nut. On the top I only applied plumber putty and did not use a small washer. I am think of using a thin washer on top maybe with some new putty, and try again. Any advise? I will skip silicon for now for the big lock nut.
I agree it will be a mess to replace eventually. It’s better to use Teflon tape on the threads instead. I’ve noticed some pop up drains the threads do not go high enough for that to work though. In some situations it’s worth trying to flip the locking nut gasket around. I think a lot has to do with your particular sink since many have imperfections from manufacturing.
Too bad...you could have learned something new. The electrical tape is used as a cushion between the teeth of the needle nose pliers so that you do not damage the finish on your pop up drain🤷
I was going to leave a nice comment and ask a question about the process. I can't believe anyone making home repair videos would ask me not to leave a mean comment.. I mean this is a sink video. Now I definitely don't want to subscribe either.
lol. You are a perfect example as to why I put that as a pre-message. All I asked was to be constructive and nice. Apparently, the word "nice" evokes anger in some people.
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You explained this better than anyone I have read or watched. Finally, a drain that is NOT LEAKING!!!
Excellent and the after market gasket tip is a great idea. I am getting older and wallowing around under a sink is pretty tough these days. I want to get it done forever in one shot.
Thank you so much for watching the video and leaving such a nice comment. I hope that you will be able to install your drain assembly with the help of this video. You Can Do It👍
Leaving a comment in case it helps someone. I installed a new marble vanity with a new pop up drain and I tightened the heck out of that nut and it still kept leaking right where the large gasket meets the bottom of the sink. And eventually what I tried that fixed it was to flip the gasket upside down. Yep seems crazy, but it worked and it doesn't leak anymore. And the reason why is when they make these cultured stone sinks they don't clean out the inner diameter of the drain very well (has a rough uneven edge) but they do machine the bottom surface. So by flipping the gasket it was up against that nice clean even side and it sealed right up. I could have went the silicone route but I didn't want a bunch of silicone in there for the next time the drain has to be replaced. Another option to try if you are stuck.
That is a great tip! Thank you for taking the time to share it. I'm sure that this will help someone out! Thanks for watching the video too👍.
I’ve literally been searching TH-cam for this exact fix.. I don’t know why I didn’t try this before, but THANK YOU!
Yooo you’re a life saver! Thank you!
@@Nahtanoj65 You're welcome! :)
My plumber neighbor told me that most of the leaks are caused by amateurs trying to over tighten those gaskets. Snug them up so they are not deformed by the pressure should be tried first then gradual additional tightening.
Thanks for showing the plumbers putty vs gasket. I used both 1st time. This time, I'll just use the putty! Great clarification! THANK YOU!
Hi Dan! Thank you so much for watching our video and leaving a comment, always appreciated! So glad that this video helped you with your install. 👍
Perfect! I will use the after market washer to stop the leak
I've had 2 diff. ones installed "by the directions" go bad now in the last 30 hours. Bath remodel almost done ... and now my guy is unavailable for another few days. Remodels in Rural Lands is about to cure me of this hobby I so enjoy! On my 6th house remodel since my husband passed 20 years ago . . . paying it forward to make up for things I did in my teens ;)
Hi. Sorry to hear that they are failing. Might want to ensure that everything is tight. I have installed about 20 since the airing if this video. I have not had any leaks. I wish you the best with being able to stop the leak👍
I ran across your video I just purchased a new bathroom faucet, I’m single trying to figure how to install the plunge part , I was a Lowes I was told you shouldn’t use putty on ABS plastic pipe or the plunge , I was told to only use clear silicone. Interesting you add the putty. Good video.
I clogged my drain and disassembled everything, removing putty I found and all. And of course I realized I had no idea how to put it back together 😂 thanks so much!
Thanks for the video... 3rd time disassembling...thicker gasket did the trick.
Great video man you hit all the points I was getting from other people (piece by piece) in this one tutorial. Much appreciated.
My drain in the bathroom needs replacing. He makes it seem so easy. I feel like I could do it myself.
So I just remodeled our downstairs half bath including a stand alone vanity and new top however the traditional stopper that came with the faucet set wouldn’t work due to room constraints, also it wouldn’t drain very fast so I changed over to a pop up stopper and it solved both issues.
Hi! Thank you for watching the video and leaving a great comment. So glad you were able to complete your project successfully 👍.
it would be nice to see the removal of the old pipes and connection to the u joint but ty for sharing
Great help, I'm so glad that I watched this video before I did my install. Thanks
This is the video I have been looking for. Very informative step by step instructions and replacement gasket info that is very interesting. I totally appreciate someone showing that projects do not need a group of people to do this and that one guy can DIY!!!! Keep up the excellent instructional work!!!!
Thank you so much for watching the video and leaving an amazing compliment 👍
Best instructional video I have had the opportunity to watch. Thank you!
Hi how are you very good Instructions, one question can you use silicone I steed of plumber pudde
Hi! Thank you for watching the video and leaving such a nice comment. Plumber's putty is great to use because it does not dry out and it easily smashes into all the nooks and crannies. Plus, it is not prone to molding like silicone is. If you are wanting to use silicone, you will need to wait until it is completely dry before you use the sink. They do make silicone putty which comes in small rolls, if you want to give that a try. Best wishes on your project 👍.
THank you soooooo much! You have no idea how much you helped us. We were so lost and had leaking that we couldn't figure out. 👍👍👍👍
Thank you for watching the video and leaving a great comment; always appreciated 👍. So glad the video helped you with your project.
Some sink assemblies come with a nylon type of flat washer (called a friction washer) that goes on between the rubber washer and nut that helps prevent the whole assembly from turning as you tighten the nut. Thus no need for the pliers.
Very helpful thx
Thank you for this. Just installed a whole new vanity etc and the dang thing is leaking at that top gasket. It just won’t seal. This should def solve the issue!!
Great video. Any tips if the pop up on a new Delta keeps falling down. Will not stay open? I can pull in open with my fingers but then it falls closed again. It's the new type with no rod arm.
Hi Sarah. Thank you for watching the video. All pop up drains are a little bit different. Usually when that happens it's a few different things. One, the spring might be missing from inside the assembly. Two, it just might need to be screwed tighter. If you grab a hold of the drain pop up assembly and turn it either clockwise or counterclockwise it tightens the assembly up. These might be the fix you need. Hope this helps 👍
1:13 I always have problems with small rubbers too!
Great video & team work
Hi Evelyn. Thank you so much for watching and leaving a nice comment... always appreciated 👍
Great video.!Well explained and detailed information!
Thank you for watching and leaving such a nice comment 😊
Thank you I’ll try this!!
thank you! did I ruin anything but using WD40 to loosen the old one?
@@JodyMolchen Hi Jody! So glad this video was helpful for you. As long as you did a good job of cleaning the surfaces before installing the new pop-up drain, you should be totally fine. The WD-40 might break down some of the solvents in glue, silicone, or putty if the area wasn’t cleaned off good enough. If you clean the surfaces off, then you are totally fine. WD-40 is a great product to use for loosening up stuck nuts, and bolts, and threading.👍
Just a caution, if your drain tube or top gasket is made of rubber you don't want to use plumber's putty. Use silicone instead. The instructions will likely mention this if it applies.
Can you give the part number for the black gasket that you purchased at Lowes?
www.lowes.com/pd/Keeney-Mack-Washer-1-1-4-for-Sink-STR/1002893096
This was soooo helpful thank you!!
I wanted to see how the pop up drain connects to the drain pipe system. Mine seems odd.
after screwing around with a new drain, still leaking, the gasket will be tossed replaced with the putty hopefully that will solve the problem thanks
I needed a video that shows each part of the assembly and parts. I had searched and searched. This is the ONLY video that shows what I need. Somebody disassembled and lost all the assembly parts and I needed to know what part I am missing. So….thank you! I know now which piece is missing. I’ve installed other drains but not a pop up. Other videos literally don’t show each part.
Thank you so much for watching and leaving a comment.... always appreciated! I hope you were able to get your project completed.
Ok I installed one today and it won’t stop leaking from the bottom where that thick gasket is. Also the top has a little gap so I always have water sitting up top.
Hi Steve. I hope that you were able to get the sink to stop leaking. Sometimes, an additional 1/4 twist or so on the nut under the sink is all it takes to stop the leak. I did have one comment in a thread below where a person (@gibby1783) stated that they took the rubber washer under the sink and turned it around and reinstalled it. The person stated that just by doing that, the leak stopped. I hope that this information helps you out with your project. 👍
So are you saying the plumbers putty is all that’s needed even when the hole is slightly bigger than the drain?
If my drain is 70mm diameter can I use a 66mm pop up drain?
So how does it connect to the p trap?
Hey Chris, thanks for the video. What is the awesome head lamp you've got there?
Thanks for watching! The headband LED light is called a OVLED Broadbeam. I have a lot of different headlights, but this one is crazy bright!
@@YouCanDoIt2 Thanks!
Great video exact drain pipe, but my sink does not have the drain holes on the side, will that cause a leak? Should I tape up the Rectangular holes on the sides of the pipe?
Hi Frank. Thanks for the compliment and for watching the video. Some sinks do not have the overflow holes. This pop up drain assembly should still work for you as long as those rectangular overflow drain holes in the pop-up drain are enclosed within the sink. Meaning, when you attach the rubber o-ring flange and gasket under the sink you need to make sure that you cannot see those rectangular drain holes in the pop-up drain assembly. As long as that is enclosed within the sink itself then this assembly will work just fine for you. 👍
Can you please tell me the exact brand of the pop up drain assembly you used and where I can buy it. I also need matte black, which it looks like that is what you are installing. I have been in the process of installing a new faucet and drain assembly for the past week with my pedestal sink and I've run into nothing but problems. Today, I got done, but when I turned the water on, my drain assembly leaks, so I have to start over. I would prefer a pop-up (which this new delta faucet does not come with a pop-up drain assembly); seems easier than the one I have. Your video is very good and I'm thinking I can be successful by following it! LOL (and I have lots of patience and don't want to give up and call a plumber)
Hi Joan. So sorry to hear about your drain issues. It's been so long since I posted this video, but give me a minute, I seem to remember posting the brand in someone else's post. I will find it and get back with you.
I just found it in someone else's question. The brand is Gotonovo and I purchased it on Amazon. Thanks for watching 👍
Joan, Please read my comments as they may help you.
@@outlet6989 Thank you! I have successfully installed it and it works beautifully. Thanks again!
I installed many of these pop-up drains with zero leaks and never had to use any type of putty or silicone. Not sure why you needed to?
Great explaining.
But you didn't show the pivot pop up.
1:46 i found same problem with mine , but i cant find thick one..... and very helpful video thanks alot
Thanks so much for watching. The washer is an aftermarket 1 1/4" by Keeney. Get up in the plumbing department at Lowe's. Ace hardware and Home Depot should carry it as well.
Nice very well done
Plumber's Putty label says "Do not use on plastic parts." I use silicone instead. Thanks for sharing the video.
I find that when you install the drain before you install the sink, you ‘d have a better handle on it, because you can do your work with the sink up side down. of course it’s not always possible, sometimes the sink comes in one piece with the vanity
Hi Selah. Thank you so much for watching the video and leaving a comment. I think you are correct! It would be much easier to do the work on the sink and then install the sink. However, in this situation the sink was already epoxied onto the granite countertop. Most bathroom vanities these days come complete with the sink already installed, making it a bit more difficult to do the plumbing. Thanks again 👍
Ugh! I wish I'd thought to watch this before I had to jerry rig mine so much. I totally installed mine wrong. Now I'm thinking of getting a new assembly and starting over. Great video. Thanks so much for all the tips. Very easy to understand,vand you explain why you are doing each step.
Thanks so much for the compliment...always appreciated 👍. Installing one of these can be a bit tricky and a headache if it doesn't all go exactly the way it should. I know it's a pain in the rear, but you might want to redo it so you don't have a huge leak in the near future. Amazon has some really nice pop up drain assemblies for not much money and usually free shipping. Way to DIY! Always saves a lot of money and you learn new skills. Keep it up!
I need instructions on how to take this apart, so I can put it back together again. There isn’t any adjustable rod or anything like that. And the nut that’s really close to the D under closet ceiling just will not come off. I am not gonna spend $125 an hour for a plumber here in Seattle. I’d rather go without a sink. I did get the top of my plunger out but it’s only the decorative top. But I can look down and maybe have something I can pull up on to get the drain out I don’t know I’ll probably break it that’s what comes from being a 71-year-old lady. Well, thank you I did get some stuff out of your video. Thank you again.
My pop up won't go all the way down. Is there a reason for that
Damn I replaced mine without any tools at all. Did it all by hand. No leaks. Been doing it that way for 20 years.
Hi Charles. Glad to hear that it works without tools. I like to give it a turn with a wrench just ensure that the seams are nice and tight. Thanks for watching and leaving a comment, always appreciated 👍
Is there anything you can do if the drain hole is smaller than part?
Hi. I think I understand the question....you are asking if the drain hole diameter is smaller than the pop up drain diameter...what can be done? If that is the question, then you need to measure the drain diameter and purchase a pop up drain assembly that is the correct size. You do not want to try to modify the drain pop up assembly or you may run into a leaky end result. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching and commenting.
What do you do if the stopper does not seal well enough and leaks water quickly?
These tend to leak because water splashes up and gets into the overflow cavity and then water sits on the big gasket/nut. That gasket really isn’t meant to be leakproof l. It’s only there is secure the assembly to the sink. The silicone bead does provide a workaround but many instructions never say anything about doing that. It’s also why if you have taken one of these apart that there will be large build up of gunk in the overflow cavity since water can’t drain from that location.
I still have leak from the big nut underneath. On top the piece I only applied putty, not washer. So I am thinking to put a thin washer on top and new putty. Also someone suggest silicon on the big nut for the bottom. Not exactly sure where the leak came from yet.
That's a bummer. I wonder if you just need to try to tighten it a bit more. Sometimes just another quarter twist on the nut is all that is needed. You should not need additional parts that did not come with your kit. They are usually made as all inclusive...minus the putty / silicone.
How do one remove the gasket that's in the sink?
Thank u for this
Was wondering,,,,, I was told by a plumber of 40 yr in the business that plumbers putty was not to be used on the blk pvc cause it will dry it out and crack the blk pvc 🤷🏽♂️
Hi Ricky. Thanks so much for watching the video and leaving a comment...always appreciated. That is an interesting tip that I have not heard of before. I only use the plumbers putty at the metal flange at the top of the pop-up drain. I used a waterproof sealant on the actual black PVC part. Thanks for the comment 👍
You’re doing OK, except for the box is hiding the drain hole when I have no idea visually what’s going on I’m visual person
I just used plumbers tape in it did the trick for no leaks. To much to add sealant in there.
Where’d you use the tape specifically?
I have leak at the big lock nut. I will try plumber tape on the big lock nut.
Thank You!
The newer ones have the thicker gasket now
That is good to know 👍...saves a little money on additional parts.
Great, slow, clear instructions!! I did it myself!!! Thanks
How much should this cost to have this done by a handyman?
Hi Martin. I couldn't imagine it being too much. If you supply the materials, a handyman usually charges a 1 hour minimum. Shouldn't take that long to install. Hope that helps you. If course, if you follow the video you can do it yourself 😁. Thanks for watching 👍
Great job!
This is the exact type of drain I'm looking for for my bathroom. I don't have a pull on the faucet to close the drain so I need a pressure pop up in bronze. Please share the brand and what it's called, please? Thank you!
Thanks for watching the video. I purchased those pop up drains from Amazon. There are several different colors and types available. I don't remember what the brand name is and it's no longer on my history of purchases as it's been too long.
Just found the brand...it's Gotonovo. 👍
@@Mia3380 Hi. The You Can Do It channel replied to you. If you go back to your original post, their answers are under yours👍
Thanks a lot!!
Thanks for watching Gabriel and leaving a comment... always appreciated 👍
muchas gracias
Thank you for sharing. If the sink is full of gunk, would be awful to use hands to pop-it open.
After I 'pop it open,' I wash my hands.
Thanks!
Say , i followed your instructions but the pop up drain continues to leak on the bottom ( note : I applied oates plumber's putty ) 🤔
Did you apply plumbers putty to the top and bottom? I only used the plumbers putty around the drain flange in the sink. I applied a waterproofing sealer (Lexel) at the bottom portion of the flange under the sink. I've done 7 sinks in my house this way...no leaks. You may want to try tightening the washer....might not be snugged up all the way. Also, the black washer that is used before the plastic nut (under the sink) is cone shaped and directional. Is it faced properly according to my video? I purchased that aftermarket washer because it is far superior to most standard washers that come with pop up drain kits. Also, check for cross threading....that will be a leaking nightmare. Hopefully you just need a little tweaking and extra tightening to dry up your sink drain.👍
@@YouCanDoIt2 yes , I applied the plumber's putty on the top area only & used the black washer that came in the package, ill go purchase a after market washer & some silicon , thank you for your reply 👍
@@montellwilliams811 Hi Montell. Sinks can be tricky, but I have confidence in you! If you purchase the aftermarket under sink flange and some Lexel waterproof sealant you will have a leak proof sink. Thanks again for taking the time to watch our video and leave a comment. Way to DIY!!
@@YouCanDoIt2 thank you ✌
The picture of pop up drain that you have on your video is not the one you are installing.
It's the same brand, just different pipe color. It installs the same way.
Which brand? My moen one that came with faucet is too big for sink hole
@@jtbrigade3557 Hi JT. I purchased this drain on Amazon. The brand is a Gotonovo. Thanks for watching!👍
Chris broke down like every man does on projects and dropped some adult language it appears and had to have a voice over lol
Niiiice!!
5:26
1:13 lol
Nice😂
Just watched a video that instructed me NOT to use plumbers putty on black drain pipes....
He. Did not show the hook up to the drain? 😮
Mines plastic so I guess not supposed to use putty in plastic
Plumbers putty is not compatible with plastic, its petroleum based and will deteriorate the plastic.
Nice job but the box blocked part of the demo. Silicone under sink . No! Spinning the tail piece negates the emphasis on aligning the drain holes on drain piece with sink overflow holes. Minor stuff…yes….but many novice DIY res may not pick these things up
The next person that has to work on this is going to hate you with all of that silicone you used. It is way better to do a little more troubleshooting to find out where your leak is and solve the problem correctly without using silicone. Whenever I do a job I'm always thinking ahead if it needs to be worked on again in the future.
Yeah it’s a poor man solution and should only be a last resort - I agree
I still have leak form the big lock nut. On the top I only applied plumber putty and did not use a small washer. I am think of using a thin washer on top maybe with some new putty, and try again. Any advise?
I will skip silicon for now for the big lock nut.
I agree it will be a mess to replace eventually. It’s better to use Teflon tape on the threads instead. I’ve noticed some pop up drains the threads do not go high enough for that to work though. In some situations it’s worth trying to flip the locking nut gasket around. I think a lot has to do with your particular sink since many have imperfections from manufacturing.
OK now what happens when the drain shank is it all the way up to the end of it because it seems to keep happening what the fuck do I do?
Seriously? A bead of silicone and plumber's putty for the drain? Ugh.
Please not easy that any women can do ! How about hard old metal pipes that don't move ! And when it moves the drain moves with it.
Clearly the air holes do NOT have to line up........give engineers a little more credit for making it idiot proof........aka plumber proof.
Worthless video you didnt show the last part very well
You made this job too complicated. The whole job only took me about three minutes without going to Loews for extra parts.
Maybe you should make your own video….
I stopped at i have some electrical tape….
Too bad...you could have learned something new. The electrical tape is used as a cushion between the teeth of the needle nose pliers so that you do not damage the finish on your pop up drain🤷
Using silicone is so so Wrong 😂😂😂
I was going to leave a nice comment and ask a question about the process. I can't believe anyone making home repair videos would ask me not to leave a mean comment.. I mean this is a sink video. Now I definitely don't want to subscribe either.
lol. You are a perfect example as to why I put that as a pre-message. All I asked was to be constructive and nice. Apparently, the word "nice" evokes anger in some people.
Dude you didn’t install the actual pop up !
total overkill on the silicone cmon man