What should be a modern sink sink?

Modern man is already so accustomed to various communications that he no longer delves into how they act. People begin to be interested in these or other elements of communications when repairs are planned or performed. Thus, even installing a conventional washbasin requires certain knowledge. You need to know how to make a choice of a drain, fix the siphon and connect the system.

By draining is meant a bend construction that is required in order to transport excess water to the sewer. Considering this system for the sink and bath, it is worth noting their identity.

The drain includes the following elements:

• special unit called siphon.Thanks to him, there is an obstacle to the depletion of the opposite smell from the sewer. The same element acts as a protection of the drain pipe, protecting it from the occurrence of blockages;
• a drain pipe through which water flows into the sewer system;
• You will also need a corrugation and a hose.

The discharge mechanism should be subdivided according to various criteria. By type of construction is to provide two options for plum.

• Bottle They stipulate that the water seal is immersed in each other by the cylinders. This is a very convenient design, distinguished by its speed and ease of installation. It is also possible to equip the structure with a slit assembly. Bottle siphon is so named because visually it resembles a bottle. Such designs are distinguished by an easy installation process and comfortable operation. That is why they are currently in special demand among consumers.
• Pipe. They are a double-breasted design, where the hydraulic barrier is built with the help of a pipe bend. In this situation, the pipe looks like the letter S or U. Pipe type is used in practice relatively rarely.The advantage of this drain device is that the material is characterized by flexibility and softness, so that you can give any shape to the pipe, fixing it in the desired position. As a drawback, it is worth noting that in comparison with the bottle version, the presented view is characterized by a more complex installation process, which requires the master to have certain knowledge in this area.

Also additionally distinguish the following types:

• side;
• displaced;
• hidden;
• with rear and front flap;
• horizontal;
• flexible and others.

Drainage devices can also be classified by the material from which they are made. Here you can select metal structures and those that are made of polymeric materials. Use to create a drain PVC material due to its low cost and resistance to corrosion. Nevertheless, these products are characterized by a short operating life, and the sealing is not very good. For this reason, they are all supplied with additional rubber gaskets. In some countries of the European Union, this material is prohibited for domestic use.Nevertheless, PVC prevents the development of bacteria on the plastic surface, which is its particular advantage. The inner walls of products created from this material, even with prolonged use, are not covered with dirt or mucus.

Installation of such structures may cause certain difficulties. when you want to shorten the discharge pipe. This can not be done without the use of a special tool and possession of certain skills. Also, mucus and dirt will accumulate inside the pipe, jams will form, you can prevent this by choosing metal products that have a chrome-plated protective film.

The drain construction usually has a standard size that matches the diameter of the pipes that will be used to drain the effluent. To date, you can meet in specialized stores plums with a diameter of 50 to 75 mm.

When choosing drain fittings, first of all, a person should pay attention to the quality of its manufacture. This is what determines how well the plumber will function and how long its service life will be. When it comes to choosing the usual drain in the kitchen, it is relatively easy to implement, but if the sink is custom-made, there are certain difficulties. The best option to get out of this situation is to order the drain design from the same manufacturer from which the sink was purchased. Choosing this or that model, it is necessary to check its dimensions in order to avoid any difficulties during installation and use.

When making the choice of reinforcement it is necessary to pay attention to the completeness of the model., the reliability of all parts provided.When it is not possible to purchase high-quality drain fittings due to lack of funds, you can stop at the standard models made of white plastic. Many people prefer rubber and plastic drain devices, because they are cheap, easy to install, and function stably for a long time.

The second point when choosing a drain system is its size. The diameter of the drain must match the sanitary system located in the kitchen or bathroom. Nowadays, simple to install, light in weight and comfortable to use bottle drains made of plastic are particularly popular. Manufacturers usually provide everything they need to install such a system. The kit includes the required seals and gaskets.

There are no difficulties in independently installing the drain system. Each device usually includes an instruction that contains the necessary information and the sequence of installation.

Usually installation is carried out in several stages.

• Selection of necessary tools and materials. Despite the fact that today there are various drain devices, the technology of their installation is almost the same. Regardless of the type of drain you can deal with the method of its installation. As a rule, the kit includes additional details.
• To determine which elements and in which sequence to use, you must first place all the parts on the table or on the floor.
• Be sure to get the necessary tools for the job. Almost all of them are in the arsenal of this man. This includes a flat screwdriver, means for sealing, a container into which water and others will flow. If you need to cut the pipe, you should have a tape measure and a hacksaw, as well as sandpaper for grinding.
• The dismantling of the old siphon. To perform this procedure, it is necessary to unscrew the screw that is installed in the grille. It is located in the drain hole. Often there are situations when it is almost impossible to detach the nut from the grille, so first of all it will be necessary to disassemble the bottom of the siphon,leaving the top nozzle intact. Then, by gently rotating, you can release the dried nut.

• After the old device is removed, it will be necessary to thoroughly clean the internal cavity, removing various dirt and mucus from there.
• Before you start installing a new system, you must plug the socket, protecting it from contamination.
• It is necessary to collect design elements. When it comes to the pipe drain system, the assembly is carried out directly during installation, imposing one element to another. If the work takes place with the bottle view, the following steps are required before starting the installation:
• Initially, the device must be placed under the bowl to perform the fitting and make sure that the dimensions have been selected correctly;
• you need to check how reliable fasteners. To do this, you need to unscrew the plug on the thread and inspect for the presence of chips and flaws. In no case can this parameter be neglected, since very often there are marriages that cannot withstand high pressure;
• if there are burrs on the surface, you can carefully cut them with a sharpened knife.If this is not done, they will spoil the gasket during installation.

• If all the elements are ready, you can proceed to the collection of the flask. To make the connections as reliable as possible, it is recommended to install a ring gasket, which is inserted into the groove. This area must be treated with a sealant. This tool can also cover the bottom of the threaded connection. Next, the sink should be installed on the seat, after which you can begin to install the drain.
• Mounting overflow drain. If models that are equipped with overflows are used, then this element must be assembled in order to set the height of the tube. This parameter should be in accordance with the depth of the bowl. If everything fits, then the tube must be connected to the main pipe. If the overflow does not seem to be complete, but should be collected, then it is possible to freely adjust its height. When it comes to corrugated pipe, it can be stretched to the desired length and bent in the right place. When will install, it is necessary to put a rubber gasket that will prevent leakage.

Installing the drain includes the following steps:

• First of all, it is necessary to separate the drain hole and clean it. When installing you need to install a protective grid, which is equipped with several divisions;
• the branch pipe must be equipped with a gasket made of rubber, after which it must be tightly connected to the hole for the sink in the sink;
• having tightly joined the top side, the drain is fixed by means of a screw, which is inserted into the protective grid. When tightening this screw, be sure to ensure that it is as tight as possible to the surface;
• then it is necessary to chamfer from the end of the nozzle, which is required to ensure its free coupling with the siphon cavity;
• to connect the branch pipe to the drain with a pipe leading to the sewer, usually use a rubber cuff. It allows you to tightly cover the pipe, preventing the discharge of unpleasant odors effluent to the outside;
• when the drain and the pipe have different diameters, you need to use special adapters made of plastic.
• The final step in the installation process is to check the operability of the installed system. It is important to check the tightness of all connections.It is necessary to turn on the water and observe how it will go to the drain device, falling into the sewer system. You need to attach a napkin to the compounds, as this will immediately reveal the presence of a leak. If the napkin remains dry, this indicates a high-quality performance of the work.

Periodically, you will need to clean the drain hole, which is performed in several stages, such as:

• unscrew all the screws;
• the mechanism is taken out;
• cleaning is carried out by placing the mechanism in apple or ordinary vinegar;
• drain thoroughly with water;
• the plunger mechanism is placed in its original place;
• fastening with screws.

See the video below for how to collect the sink drain.