## How to Fit a Double Kitchen Sink
Fitting a double kitchen sink is a relatively straightforward task that can be completed in a few hours. However, it is important to ensure that the sink is fitted correctly to avoid any leaks or damage.
### Materials you will need
– Double kitchen sink
– Worktop
– Cut-out template
– Jigsaw or circular saw
– Drill
– Screwdriver
– Plumber’s putty or silicone sealant
– Adjustable spanner
– Flexible hoses
– Waste fittings
### Step-by-step instructions
1. **Remove the old sink.** If there is an existing sink, it will need to be removed before the new one can be fitted. To do this, turn off the water supply to the sink and disconnect the flexible hoses. Then, use a screwdriver to remove the screws that hold the sink in place. Once the screws are removed, the sink can be lifted out of the worktop.
2. **Prepare the worktop.** The next step is to prepare the worktop for the new sink. This involves cutting a hole in the worktop for the sink to fit into. The size of the hole will vary depending on the size of the sink, so it is important to use the cut-out template that comes with the sink.
3. **Fit the sink.**
– Once the hole has been cut, the sink can be fitted into place. To do this, apply a bead of plumber’s putty or silicone sealant around the edge of the sink. Then, place the sink into the hole and press down firmly.
– Use the screws to secure the sink in place.
– Attach the flexible hoses to the sink and tighten the connections using an adjustable spanner.
– Connect the waste fittings to the sink and tighten the connections using an adjustable spanner.
4. **Test the sink.**
– Turn on the water supply to the sink and check for any leaks. If there are any leaks, tighten the connections until the leak stops.
– Run water into the sink and check that the waste fittings are working correctly. If the waste fittings are not working correctly, adjust them until they are working properly.
### Tips
– Measure the size of the sink before you cut the hole in the worktop. This will ensure that the sink fits snugly into the hole.
– Use a sharp saw to cut the hole in the worktop. This will help to prevent the worktop from chipping.
– Apply a bead of plumber’s putty or silicone sealant around the edge of the sink before you fit it into place. This will help to prevent leaks.
– Tighten the connections on the flexible hoses and waste fittings using an adjustable spanner. This will help to prevent leaks.
### Troubleshooting
– If there is a leak around the edge of the sink, tighten the screws that hold the sink in place.
– If there is a leak from the flexible hoses, tighten the connections on the hoses.
– If there is a leak from the waste fittings, adjust the fittings until they are working properly.
### Conclusion
Fitting a double kitchen sink is a relatively straightforward task that can be completed in a few hours. By following these step-by-step instructions, you can ensure that the sink is fitted correctly and that there are no leaks.