Wednesday 19 December 2012

How to Change Out Taps

By Sofia Esper


There are tons of things that homeowners can do to beautify their homes.This goes beyond simple remodelling and decorating.Because there are more resources available to them, homeowners are learning how to do some of the things that only the professionals know how to do.Resources such as television programs are telling people how to improve their homes.There are many home improvement stores that give out good information on how to make major home repairs and remodels.

The typical homeowner has enough information to tackle many huge plumbers improvement projects.These projects are cheaper than what a pro would do and also add value to the home.

For instance, did you know that it is pretty simple to change out bathroom taps?There are many reasons for doing this.Maybe you are tired of the outdated brass accents that are presently in your bathroom.You want to get a different style to match the decor.You can handle this by yourself.It will only take a few hours and a few steps to get the new look that you want.Most importantly, you don't have to hire expensive plumber to get it done.

First, make sure that the water is turned off in the bathroom.Open each water tap and let it run until there is no more water.

Second, use a basin wrench to loosen the water tap supply line.

Third, remove the water supply line so that it is away from the water tap.

Fourth remove both nut and then the water tap.At this point, you should make sure that the section where the new water tap will be placed is clean.

Fifth, put on the water tap and the retaining nut.

Sixth, put the water supply line with the new tap and turn on the water pressure.It would be wise to open the new tap.This will rid the line of extra air.

Finally, close up the tap and look to see if there are any leaks.

This shows you how to change the tap in your bathroom.However, this same procedure can be done for the kitchen or any tap in your home.It does not require a lot of tools or time.The thing about this is that you can rinse and repeat as many times as you want.Change out your kitchen taps if you absolutely despise them.Now that you have changed out one tap, what is stopping you from doing many more?

All in all, it does not take much to change out the taps in your home.Improving your home should not always cost a ton of money.Get a new decorative look without the use of a plumber.




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