How To Replace Bathroom Fixtures

Replacing bathroom fixtures is a great way to update the look of your bathroom without having to do a complete remodel. It is also a relatively easy project that you can do yourself with a little bit of planning and preparation. Here are the steps on how to replace bathroom fixtures:

1. Gather Your Tools and Materials

Before you start, you will need to gather your tools and materials. You will need the following:

Adjustable wrench
Plumber's putty
Teflon tape
Replacement fixtures
Caulk gun
Caulk

2. Turn Off the Water Supply

Before you start working on the fixtures, you need to turn off the water supply. You can do this by turning off the main water valve or by turning off the valves under the sink or toilet.

3. Remove the Old Fixtures

Once the water supply is turned off, you can start removing the old fixtures. To remove a faucet, use an adjustable wrench to loosen the nuts that hold it in place. To remove a sink, use a putty knife to loosen the putty around the base of the sink. To remove a toilet, use an adjustable wrench to loosen the nuts that hold the toilet to the floor.

4. Clean the Surface

Once the old fixtures are removed, you need to clean the surface where the new fixtures will be installed. Use a cleaner and a sponge to remove any dirt or debris.

5. Install the New Fixtures

Once the surface is clean, you can start installing the new fixtures. To install a faucet, apply a bead of plumber's putty around the base of the faucet and then screw the faucet into place. To install a sink, apply a bead of caulk around the base of the sink and then set the sink in place. To install a toilet, apply a bead of wax around the base of the toilet and then set the toilet in place.