Questions tagged [faucet]
For questions specifically relating to plumbing fixtures that provide an endpoint for a home's water supply system. Topics include fixture design and specialization, installation, maintenance, repair and replacement, among others.
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Why is my shower faucet not stateless?
The faucet handle for my shower has one degree of freedom (rotating either clockwise or counter-clockwise) and does not allow controlling flow independently of temperature. The handle turns clockwise ...
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Outside Faucet ON with Split Hose Attachment CLOSED
I accidentally opened my outside hose all the way with the hose splitter valves both closed. Did pressure build up in the line and cause leaks in my pipes? It was about 2 minutes.
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Cold water in bathroom sink
The cold water from sink faucet in our bathroom smells like sewage. It is not coming from the drain. It is only that one faucet that is affected. No problem with the tub or toilet, or in the kitchen. ...
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The pull-out faucet nozzle works only detached
I have a pull-out kitchen faucet. A few days ago I pulled the nozzle out to wash the sink. Afterward, the water runs with a very low pressure when the nozzle is attached to the faucet. However, when I ...
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How do I fix this wobbly faucet? [duplicate]
I have a wobbly sink faucet. This is a video of what happens when I wobble it, above and below.
Clearly something is missing, but I just don't know what. What do I need to buy and install to fix this?...
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Removed the set screw, but the handle fixture will not lift off. I have tried prying it, but with no luck
The fixture is a Delta 2 handle bathroom fixture installed in 2004. I've watched the tutorials and they indicate the handle should lift right off. Not happening! Suggestions?
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Can I replace these broken inserts on bathroom faucet?
The plastic hexagonal inserts inside my bathroom faucet handles are cracked and broken. Is it possible to replace only these inserts? I can't seem to find them online but I'm also not sure exactly ...
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Replacing Faucet- 1950s shelf sink
I cannot for the life of me figure out how to remove this faucet head. The handles were not an issue but I’m not sure what to do with this. There is no visible screw or mechanism to pop is off so I ...
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leaky shower faucet knob - how to find right compression stem?
I have a leaky faucet knobs (pics and video below), and I'm wondering what part I need to purchase to fix it (a particular compression stem?).
For context, here is a video of how the faucet leaks.
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Tightening a kitchen faucet without a visible nut
I've been trying to tighten my kitchen faucet which is very loose. Unfortunately, none of the videos online seem to look like my set-up (see attached).
There seems to be some sort of black plastic ...
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How can I unscrew valve cartridge from valve body?
I am trying to replace this cartridge and I cannot get the old one unscrewed. I've tried assorted tricks from YouTube videos with no luck. I soaked in vinegar overnight to remove corrosion, I also ...
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Need help on replacing faucets of bathroom sink
I am trying to replace both faucets of the sink but I found there is a connecting tube between these 2 under the hood.
What exactly is the tube called? And how am I supposed to detach it from the ...
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How to remove bathroom faucet aerator housing ring?
I need help with how to remove this recessed bathroom faucet aerator housing ring. Does anyone know how to remove the inner ring in the pics? This is the space where the aerator goes.
It looks as ...
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How to remove an aerator metal cap which is broken and plastic part is stuck in the faucet
When trying to unscrew the aerator using a plumber wrench I broke the outer metal cap but the inner portion of the metal cap as well as plastic portion of the aerator got stuck with faucet. Now I want ...
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Shower safety stop stuck / broken
I have an IKEA metallic shower controller. Very similar to their other thermostatic bath/shower mixers, there is a safety "pin" that used to work perfectly fine.
Recently, after having ...
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