Why Your Vintage Faucet Still Drips

Why Your Vintage Faucet Still Drips

Question I have a vintage bathroom faucet with drips under the sink. Water runs down the pop-up rod. I also see water under the faucet base. The leak is right in the middle of the faucet. I removed the handles and valve stems. I added new washers. I also added graphite stem packing rope. I… Continue reading Why Your Vintage Faucet Still Drips

How to Fix a Creaking Bathroom Faucet Cartridge

Question:My bathroom faucet was installed six years ago. Recently, it became difficult to turn on and off, and now it makes a horrible creaking sound. I found some advice online about using silicone lubricant on the o-rings in the cartridge, but I couldn’t find anything for my exact model. I managed to remove the handle,… Continue reading How to Fix a Creaking Bathroom Faucet Cartridge

Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak

Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak Is your bathroom sink dripping under the handle? Learn why faucets leak from underneath and how to fix or replace them the right way. A leaking bathroom sink can be frustrating, especially when the source is not the pipes but the faucet itself. In many cases, water can drip… Continue reading Fixing a Bathroom Sink Faucet Leak