How to Replace a Sink Sprayer
Last updated September 7, 2023
From cleaning the sink to rinsing off food, kitchen sink sprayers add much needed functionality to kitchen sinks. Whether you’re installing a sink sprayer replacement or adding a new sprayer to your current kitchen faucet set-up, it’s a pretty quick and simple update. It’s also a cost-effective alternative to installing an entirely new faucet with a sprayer. Just remember that with any plumbing part, you‘ll be better off in the long run if you choose a quality sprayer from a reputable manufacturer.
This guide will show you how to replace a kitchen sink sprayer in just a few steps.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Duration:
Under 2 hours
Table of Contents
Turn Off the Water
Loosen Mounting Nut
Place Sink Sprayer, Attach Washer and Mounting Nut
Attach Sprayer Hose
Turn Water Back On
Turn Off the Water
- Turn off the water at the shut off valves under the sink or at the main water supply source.
- Open sink faucets to drain out any water left in the lines.
- If replacing a kitchen faucet sprayer, pull the old sprayer out and turn the head counterclockwise to remove it as well as to remove the gasket.
Loosen Mounting Nut
- Go underneath the sink and follow the sprayer hose back to the faucet assembly.
- With an adjustable wrench, loosen the mounting nut that connects the sprayer to the faucet and remove the hose.
Place Sink Sprayer, Attach Washer and Mounting Nut
- Apply a 1/4-inch bead of plumber‘s putty to the bottom edge of the sprayer base and place the tailpiece of the sprayer base into the sink opening.
- From underneath the sink, put a friction washer over the tailpiece.
- Screw the mounting nut onto the tailpiece and tighten it with a basin wrench or with a pair of slip joint pliers.
- Wipe away any excess putty from around the base.
Attach Sprayer Hose
- Use your fingers to screw the sprayer hose onto the hose nipple on the bottom of the faucet.
- Hand tighten the hose nut. Then, use a basin wrench or a pair of slip joint pliers to tighten it another 1-quarter turn.
Turn Water Back On
The last step in the process is to turn back on the water supply valves and test for leaks.
If you need help replacing your sink sprayer, we’ve got you covered. Contact our professional faucet replacement services to have the job done for you. You can also use The Home Depot Mobile App to find all the parts you need.
