My sink is leaking between the sink bottom and granite countertop. My plumber tried sealing the gap multiple times, but there is always some 'play'.
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So far, we have not seen that problem. At the same time, our usage of that sink is very less in the basement.
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slight inward curve at the bottom of the sink does not create a quality issue. I'm sure this is done for aesthetics. a clear sealer between the countertop and sink can be used if you choose
1084117
No my water lines run out side of the pedestal. The "P" trap that came with the sink didn't work or seal at all. I was able to run the drain pipe hidden in the pedestal, however it never stopped leaking. There for I had to purchase a new sink stopper and drain pipe. Not that expensive. Very time consuming.
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It really depends on the sink. This drain comes with a plastic seal which should work with most sinks. However, I had to use good old fashioned plumbers putty on mine, in addition to the seal. That did the trick and it works fine.
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It always drains, so when I have mine on the countertop, I make sure the little holes (at opposite end of silverware trays) are positioned over the lip/edge of the sink. I guess you could cover those holes with something-??tape??-and then UNcover when you put it back in the sink.
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I put a small bead of caulk where the sink and counter top met. After installing everything I put another small bead of caulk along the parimeter where the 2 meet to prevent water from getting under the sink.
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Keep it clean as long as you can. That is why you buy a new one! They are great, and really protect the sink!
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We have not sealed ours. Just use granite cleaner only and no harsh abrasives. Dish soap of course is fine. Make sure also not to rinse anything with chemicals in the sink such as paint brushes, bug spray etc... Anything made of stone or stone polymers are porous. Hope this helps.
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If your garbage disposal is leaking out the bottom near the reset button, you most likely have a leak in the metal plate that is located directly under the blades. This plate is designed to protect the electrically powered parts of the motor (the rotor, the shaft, etc.) from moisture, but it is rather thin and is only made of galvanized steel. After a year or two, especially if you use highly acidic cleaners which you rinse down your sink, the zinc layer will corrode and expose the steel, which will then also start to corrode, until something hard eventually pokes some kind of hole through the plate somewhere (could be somewhere very small), signaling the end of the machine's service life. The plate is not meant to be repaired, only replaced along with the rest of the unit. That water is getting through to your rotor is an electrical hazard, and should be dealt with immediately (by removing the damaged unit). The manufacturer has figured out that the blades need to me made of stainless steel, but has chosen to skimp on making other interior parts of this more-expensive metal. Good luck!
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I haven't had any leaks, however it is not easy to install and the faucet neck does not reach all three sinks. I would not repurchase this unit
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This seals the drain so instead of just filling up the sink it will build pressure until the clog opens.I used it after using "Drain Care". It worked for me.
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I had the same problem and I don't know if it was a coincidence or not but after I gave it a good cleaning it stopped. Now maybe you can tell me how to stop it from leaking? It constantly drips and if I don't forget to watch it I end up with water all over my counter.
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I was advised that this sink should only be installed when using solid countertops. (Mine is granite - so no problem).
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We have had ours for four years. It began leaking last week. Two trips to the big box stores and it turns out the fitting that you need to fix it is not sold in stores. We called on Saturday and were told that it would be overnighted to us. No kitchen sink for 5 days while waiting. Called today and it turns out they don't overnight anything and it is set to be delivered on the 30th. That will make it over two weeks without a kitchen sink. I told them nope. We will never buy another Delta product again. It would be one thing if you could buy the part or even pay to have it delivered more quickly but those are not options. We have had ours for four years. It began leaking last week. Two trips to the big box stores and it turns out the fitting that you need to fix it is not sold in stores. We called on Saturday and were told that it would be overnighted to us. No kitchen sink for 5 days while waiting. Called today and it turns out they don't overnight anything and it is set to be delivered on the 30th. That will make it over two weeks without a kitchen sink. I told them nope. We will never buy another Delta product again. It would be one thing if you could buy the part or even pay to have it delivered more... » Read More We have had ours for four years. It began leaking last week. Two trips to the big box stores and it turns out the fitting that you need to fix it is not sold in stores. We called on Saturday and were told that it would be overnighted to us. No kitchen sink for 5 days while waiting. Called today and it turns out they don't overnight anything and it is set to be delivered on the 30th. That will make it over two weeks without a kitchen sink. I told them nope. We will never buy another Delta product again. It would be one thing if you could buy the part or even pay to have it delivered more quickly but those are not options. « Show Less
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I have a tiled counter top with 4" tiles. I had a stainless sink and we pulled it out and just dropped this one in into a bead of waterproof caulk. Did not ever bother to put the clips on underneath. It is heavy and when the caulk dried I put a bead around the outside to make sure it would not leak around rim. It is doing fine and really where is it going to go. The weight and caulk and pluming underneath houd it fine.
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I didn't use any plumbers putty since the drain comes with a rubber/silicone type seal for above and below the sink. I've had no leaks.
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I bought this sink and itbis installed with small side of sink in thé right....you can.turn.it. thé inky advice i have is to be sûre to make thé hole where your water fixture goes in thé center. Without thinking i put it centered on thé big part of thé sink and it cant reach thé small part...my granite guy didnt offer up this thought. It works though because i have à fixture with à pull out to reach thé small side....which is where i have my disposal! Good sink for thé cost....it does get scratches....this is typical for this gauge of sink/stainless.