## How to Install a Bigger Kitchen Sink
Installing a bigger kitchen sink can be a great way to update the look of your kitchen and make it more functional. However, it is important to note that this is a project that requires some plumbing experience. If you are not comfortable working with plumbing, it is best to hire a professional plumber to do the job.
### Tools and Materials
* New kitchen sink
* Sink strainer
* Plumber’s putty
* Adjustable wrench
* Pipe wrench
* Basin wrench
* Screwdriver
* Hacksaw
* Measuring tape
* Pencil
* Level
* Caulk gun
* Caulk
### Step-by-Step Instructions
**1. Prepare the work area.**
* Start by turning off the water supply to the kitchen sink.
* Close the drain and disconnect the water supply lines.
* Remove the old sink from the counter.
**2. Install the new sink strainer.**
* Place the sink strainer in the drain hole of the new sink.
* Secure the strainer by tightening the nuts on the underside of the sink.
**3. Apply plumber’s putty to the rim of the sink.**
* Roll out a rope of plumber’s putty and apply it to the rim of the new sink.
* Be sure to apply the putty evenly and smoothly.
**4. Set the new sink in place.**
* Carefully lift the new sink into place on the counter.
* Center the sink and press down firmly on the rim to seal it.
* Wipe away any excess plumber’s putty that squeezes out around the rim.
**5. Tighten the mounting brackets.**
* Locate the mounting brackets on the underside of the sink.
* Tighten the bolts that secure the brackets to the counter.
* Be sure to tighten the bolts evenly and securely.
**6. Reconnect the water supply lines.**
* Attach the hot and cold water supply lines to the corresponding valves on the underside of the sink.
* Use an adjustable wrench to tighten the nuts on the water supply lines.
**7. Test the sink for leaks.**
* Turn on the water supply and check for leaks around the rim of the sink and at the connections to the water supply lines.
* If you find any leaks, tighten the bolts or nuts until the leak stops.
**8. Caulk around the sink.**
* Apply a bead of caulk around the edge of the sink where it meets the counter.
* Smooth the caulk with your finger or a caulk tool.
* Allow the caulk to dry completely before using the sink.
### Tips
* If you are replacing a sink that is made of a different material, you may need to make modifications to the counter or the plumbing.
* It is a good idea to have a helper when installing a new sink, especially if the sink is heavy.
* Be sure to measure the size of the new sink before you purchase it to make sure it will fit in the space on your counter.
* If you are not sure how to install a new kitchen sink, it is best to hire a professional plumber to do the job.
### Additional Information
* If you are installing a new sink that is made of a different material, you may need to use a different type of plumber’s putty.
* It is important to apply plumber’s putty evenly and smoothly to ensure a good seal.
* Be sure to tighten the bolts that secure the mounting brackets evenly and securely.
* If you find any leaks, tighten the bolts or nuts until the leak stops.
* Allow the caulk to dry completely before using the sink.
