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u270fufe0f Originally published: 2016-12-31 / ud83dudd04 Updated: May 8, 2026
2026 Update u2014 Kitchen Finishing Work: A Recap
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The finishing phase of the kitchen series. The flow was: wallpaper removal u2192 caulk removal u2192 faucet swap u2192 light removal u2192 faucet installation u2192 fan reinstall. With plumbing and electrical work intertwined, order and safety checks matter. ^ ^
Removing Old Silicon Caulk
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Kitchen Faucets
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Kitchen tiles and wall joints accumulate old, degraded silicon caulk over the years. Removing it and applying fresh caulk dramatically improves both waterproofing and appearance.
Tools: liquid caulk remover, or a utility knife combined with a caulk-removal scraper. Apply the liquid type, wait 30 minutes to an hour for it to soften, then peel away.
Replacing the Single-Handle Mixer Faucet
Swapping a kitchen faucet is well within DIY reach. The two key points: shut the supply valves firmly, and confirm the hole diameter matches between old and new faucets.
Standard Deck-Mount Single-Lever Faucet Swap
- u2460 Close the hot and cold shut-off valves under the sink
- u2461 Undo the nut holding the old faucet
- u2462 Disconnect the supply hoses
- u2463 Drop the new faucet through the mounting hole
- u2464 Tighten the mounting nut
- u2465 Reconnect the supply hoses
- u2466 Open the valves and check for leaks
A new faucet changes the whole feel of a kitchen. Simply upgrading to a single-lever mixer gives the space a functional, modern look. ^ ^
Now to the Step-by-Step u2014 Faucet Installation
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Hi, it’s DIY Dad! ^ ^
New Year’s Eve today! The family is gathered around the TV, with a hot pot dinner, and soba noodles before bed. Pure bliss u2014 but also a complete calorie disaster. Mochi tomorrow, sushi after that. DIY Dad might turn into Pudgy Dad at this rate. (u0e51u02c3u0335u1d17u02c2u0335) Enjoy the holiday and get back to work when the break is over! d(u2014 u2014)
Continuing with the 1F kitchen renovation. Demolition complete u2014 now it’s time to build up. Installing the single-handle mixer faucet. Tools and materials: screwdriver, water pump pliers, PTFE tape.
Wrap PTFE tape around the threaded ends of the supply and hot water pipes.
^ PTFE tape on the threads. Wrap clockwise, about five turns, without slack.
Thread the mounting hardware through the hole in the countertop. Tighten the nut from above. Slide in the faucet body.
^ View from under the sink.
Connect the supply and hot water pipes.
^ Water supply and hot water lines connected.
Open the main shutoff valve. Check for leaks. My method: press a tissue against the joints and leave it overnight. If the tissue is dry in the morning, all clear. d(^_^o)
^ Single-handle mixer faucet installed and complete.
For specs and pricing on the faucet used, see the DIY Dad Equipment Guide u2014 Kitchen Edition. ^ ^
This has been “DIY Dad Buys a House,” launched in October 2016. The fact that I’ve kept it going to the end of the year is entirely thanks to the encouragement from everyone reading. Thank you so much! I look forward to continuing in the new year. m(_ _)m
Wishing everyone a wonderful New Year! (^^)/~~~
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