The tap in my bathroom, has a push rod at the back of the tap that either lifts, or lowers the plug in the sink. This now is broken, is this an easy fix so I need a new ta
Mixer tap drainage broken
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Has it simply come unscrewed or similar? I'd be surprised if something had actually 'broken'. There's no force or pressure applied to these normally.
Not sure, the little piece of metal that lifts the plug moves but not enough, I so these online but not sure if it would fit.
ELEOK Bathroom Sink Plug Replacement | Push Type Copper Bounce core Basin Plugs | Universal Pop up Sink Plugs with Extra Rings (34-40mm/1.33-1.57in). : Amazon.co.uk: Home & Kitchen
ELEOK Bathroom Sink Plug Replacement | Push Type Copper Bounce core Basin Plugs | Universal Pop up Sink Plugs with Extra Rings (34-40mm/1.33-1.57in).: ELEOK Bathroom Sink Plug Replacement | Push Type Copper Bounce core Basin Plugs | Universal Pop up Sink Plugs with Extra Rings...
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Take a pic of your tap; do a google image search for it, or one similar; search for a spec / diagram pic of what it looks like inside and go from there to determine where the failure could be. I wouldn't go buying things willy-nilly.
It may be that the plug-hole is simply blocked with hair and getting stuck?
The plug hole isn't blocked, the rod is either getting stuck, or something has broken of the end of it, will look at it over the weekend.
The pivot point ( nylon ball) can become jammed , screw on cap, releases it for cleaning .
They are not designed to be pulled , which is why they often fail. The plug should be pushed down to seal sink and the arm pushed down to pop the plug open , these actions are limited in travel unlike pulling the arm which puts strain on the lever joint.
Take a look at this video, 'bathroom sink drain lever repair'
https://share.google/r8KLLwICV4oD7vxTJ
They are not designed to be pulled , which is why they often fail. The plug should be pushed down to seal sink and the arm pushed down to pop the plug open , these actions are limited in travel unlike pulling the arm which puts strain on the lever joint.
Take a look at this video, 'bathroom sink drain lever repair'
https://share.google/r8KLLwICV4oD7vxTJ
Thanks for that, looks like mine is broken, can you get replacement ones or do i need new tap.
They are part of the waste not the tap, lots of spares available .
New waste complete with arms may be just as cheap .
Replacement Pop-Up Basin Waste Rod Kit Chrome Bathroom Sink | eBay UK
Ideal replacement for your old or damaged pop up basin waste rods. Comes with solid brass link connector and not the nylon type.
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New waste complete with arms may be just as cheap .
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