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Kitchen faucet replacement in Granite (post #193046)

karencib on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 13:51
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Hi All, I'm in the process of updating some things in my kitchen after getting stainless steel appliances.  I want to replace the faucet but am finding out that the current faucet has 3 - 35 mm hole cut outs and the ones I'm looking at have one of those holes at 25-27 mm's.  Is there anyway this will work or do I have to stick with the 35 mm's when selecting a new faucet?

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by calvin in reply to karencib [original] on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 14:13

there's only a difference of about 5/16" in the bore........I would take a look at the trim on the faucet and figure if it will cover the hole.  If the mounting might be a problem, perhaps something is available to "washer up" the bottom so it is secure.

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You'll need to go according (post #193046, reply #2 of 9)

by rdesigns in reply to karencib [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 06:43

You'll need to go according to the trim, or mounting ring, on the top side. If that covers the hole, you can use washers, as Calvin says, on the underside.

Take a few holes with you when you shop for the new faucet, for comparison.

Washers (post #193046, reply #3 of 9)

by JTC1 in reply to karencib [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 07:19

First, welcome to Breaktime.

Calvin & rdesigns have already explained -- if the top trim ring covers the hole you are golden.

Keep in mind the "washers" which you use on the underside can be made out of almost anything and need not be commercially produced.  Metal, plexiglass, plywood would all work for your purposes. All your "washer" needs to do is span the existing hole and accept the faucet stem.

Although it sounds like a standard 1" flat washer might work, although you may not have enough OD to span the existing hole. 

Jim

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Thanks to all your responses... (post #193046, reply #4 of 9)

by karencib in reply to JTC1 [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 07:29

I think I will be good based on all your feedback.  My husband and I are your "DIY" couple and I definately like to do my share of research before I spend money.  This site is GREAT!

Karen (I think) (post #193046, reply #5 of 9)

by calvin in reply to karencib [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 08:30

You'll appreciate the fact that your questions will most likely be answered quicker than your husbands.  Guys fall all over themselves here to answer a pretty voice.

Best of luck.

A Great Place for Information, Comraderie, and a Sucker Punch.

Remodeling Contractor just outside the Glass City.


http://www.quittintime.com/

 

Granite? (post #193046, reply #6 of 9)

by Shacko in reply to karencib [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 10:44

If you are replacing the faucet on a granite top remember that you can't use regular plumbers putty, it will stain, you have to use caulk, or a stain free.

"If all else fails, read the directions"

Also keep in mind the (post #193046, reply #7 of 9)

by DanH in reply to Shacko [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 10:49

Also keep in mind the thickness of the countertop.  Most faucets can handle a couple of inches of thickness (based on the length of the threaded shafts that attach them), but some are designed for thinner countertops.


We are like tenant farmers chopping down the fence around our house for fuel when we should be using Nature's inexhaustible sources of energy -- sun, wind and tide. ... I'd put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don't have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that. --Thomas Edison

Granite? (post #193046, reply #8 of 9)

by Shacko in reply to DanH [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 11:22

DanH : I think you replied to the wrong post. ;)

"If all else fails, read the directions"

No, I was just adding to (post #193046, reply #9 of 9)

by DanH in reply to Shacko [original] on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 11:37

No, I was just adding to yours cause I thought it was so good, and my comment would ride along on its coattails.


We are like tenant farmers chopping down the fence around our house for fuel when we should be using Nature's inexhaustible sources of energy -- sun, wind and tide. ... I'd put my money on the sun and solar energy. What a source of power! I hope we don't have to wait until oil and coal run out before we tackle that. --Thomas Edison