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If you don’t have a spigot around to attach your hose to, don’t worry! You can connect a hose to practically any sink, just by removing the aerator and using a simple adapter. If you’re having any trouble putting all the pieces together, keep reading—we’ve got everything you need to know to get those waterworks up and running.
Things You Should Know
- Unscrew the aerator tip of the faucet with an adjustable wrench.
- Screw a faucet adapter onto the end of the spout.
- Place the rubber gasket in the adapter and attach the hose.
Steps
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Unscrew the aerator on the tip of the faucet. Place a towel over the drain of your sink, then use your hands or an adjustable wrench to remove the metal piece on the tip of your faucet.[1] Keep the pieces in a safe place.- If you’re using a wrench, put pieces of vinyl grip tape on the teeth so you don’t scratch the metal.
- If there’s no way to grip the aerator, you may have a “cache” style faucet. If so, use an aerator removal tool or large flathead screwdriver to unscrew it.[2]
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![Step 2 Get a faucet adapter that matches your aerator.]()
Get a faucet adapter that matches your aerator. Measure the diameter of the aerator and check the threads to determine what size faucet adapter is compatible with your sink. If the threads (the raised, screw-like spiral) are on the outside, you have a male faucet. If they’re on the inside, you have a female one.[3]- To ensure you get the right adapter, bring your aerator to a local hardware store and compare it to the products they have.
- Some adapters can be used on male and female faucets.
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Screw the faucet adapter onto the spout. Check the inside of the adapter to be sure it has a washer (small removable ring) inside of it, then screw it onto your faucet by hand.[4] Make sure that it forms a tight seal.
- If you’re going to submerge the hose, screw a hose-type vacuum breaker on the end of the hose threads before attaching it to the faucet. This prevents the hose from sucking up the contents of the container and contaminating your drinking water.[5]
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![Step 4 Screw on the hose until it’s watertight.]()
Screw on the hose until it’s watertight. Take the rubber gasket (soft removable circle) that came with your adapter and fit it on the inside of the hose.[6] Connect the hose to the faucet tightly enough that it forms a watertight seal.
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Remove the adapter and wrap the spout in Teflon tape. Unscrew the hose from the sink, then take off the adapter. If your faucet spout is male, wrap Teflon tape clockwise around it. If it’s female, wrap the tape (still clockwise) around the threads of your aerator.[7]
- Pull the tape tightly around the threaded area of the faucet, being careful not to let extra tape overhang the area where the water comes out.
- You may want to put the end of the hose in a bucket so it doesn’t spill water in your house.
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Trim any tape that goes past the threads. Gently cut the excess tape and peel away the scraps. Make sure the opening for the water is completely unblocked. Another way to ensure you have the right amount of tape is by leaving the bottom threads uncovered.[8]
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Screw on the aerator and turn on the water. Start screwing the aerator in by hand, then use an adjustable wrench to fully tighten it to the spout.[9] Turn on the water to be sure there are no leaks, and your sink is back in business.
Community Q&A
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QuestionHow do you attach a garden hose to the bottom of a faucet sink?
Community AnswerThere is a special adapter for this. Take your aerator off the end of the spout to find a match. -
QuestionI cannot tighten the bathroom sink drain flush with the top bowl of the bathroom sink. What can I do or need?
Community AnswerEither there is a gasket missing or you have the wrong type of drain assembly for that sink. Otherwise, you may have a type where the flange screws into the assembly and needs to be tightened before the nut on the bottom. Always form a ring of plumber's putty around the drain flange before installing.
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QuestionHow can I attach a 1/4 inch soft hose to a bathroom faucet?
Community AnswerYou can purchase a special aerator with a valve and fitting for this. Take your old one off the end of the spout with you.
Things You’ll Need
- Adjustable wrench
- Vinyl grip tape (optional)
- Aerator removal tool (for cache sinks)
- Faucet adapter
- Hose-type vacuum breaker (if your plumbing system doesn’t have a vacuum breaker)
- Teflon tape
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Tips
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Some kitchen faucets may not need a faucet adapter.Thanks
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Store the pieces of your aerator somewhere safe, and make sure they don’t fall down the drain.Thanks
Warnings
- Improperly screwing on a faucet adapter and tip to a faucet may strip the threads and damage the faucet.Thanks
- If you use a nozzle, relieve all of the pressure from the hose before you detach it by turning off the water and spraying the nozzle until nothing comes out.Thanks
- Expanding hoses shrink when the water turns off and can end up pulling back into your house and trailing water on the floor.Thanks
- Use a vacuum breaker when submerging the hose—without it fluid can siphon back into the house water supply and contaminate it.Thanks
References
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Dishwashers/Product_Info/Dishwasher_Installation_Support/Installing_a_Portable_Dishwasher
- ↑ https://www.tiktok.com/@rocknsoil/video/6972711894880734469
- ↑ https://youtu.be/3a0qPvApGKA?si=m11nt20u4T8_NUCB&t=88
- ↑ https://youtu.be/3a0qPvApGKA?si=q8hcZadV6zK8Fi8R&t=232
- ↑ https://www.dupontwa.gov/248/Drinking-Water-Hazards
- ↑ https://producthelp.whirlpool.com/Dishwashers/Product_Info/Dishwasher_Installation_Support/Installing_a_Portable_Dishwasher
- ↑ https://youtu.be/yvIdvq-nYO0?si=NElX0lk9V5AjW082&t=24
- ↑ https://youtu.be/f7mjyzfB9Ec?si=td-EHZNN79vJgmzU&t=158
- ↑ https://youtu.be/yvIdvq-nYO0?si=FEj1neEt-1xXNKwy&t=32
About This Article
To attach a garden hose to a kitchen faucet, start by getting a faucet adapter from your local home improvement store. Next, unscrew the faucet tip, taking care not to drop any of the pieces that are contained inside. Then, check that the rubber or vinyl hose gasket is inside the adapter before screwing it onto the faucet to prevent leaks once the water is turned on. Finally, screw the hose into the adapter, making sure that it’s on tightly enough to form a watertight seal. To learn more, including how to replace the faucet tip after using the hose, read on.
