How To Replace A Single Lever Mixer Tap Cartridge (in 3 Minutes)

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  • @HouseWarm
    @HouseWarm  8 місяців тому +5

    Buy me a coffee ☕ 👍 www.buymeacoffee.com/housewarm

  • @McAwesomeReaper
    @McAwesomeReaper Рік тому +28

    This is exactly what an actual instructional video should look like. Nice work!

  • @DYIIdeas
    @DYIIdeas 3 місяці тому +1

    This is exactly what an actual instructional video should look like. Nice work!

  • @donjesson7160
    @donjesson7160 Рік тому +45

    Why is it in all of these videos the taps especially come apart very easily, I wouldn't mind a pound for everyone I've tried to take apart and it's been virtually impossible.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому +23

      As a full-time plumber I would say the majority of taps come apart quite easily and only occasionally a nightmare.
      The reason they come apart easily in all the videos is because it would be stupid to upload a video of a nightmare job and you wouldn't even finish filming it

    • @itsfatboyjim
      @itsfatboyjim 27 днів тому +2

      Same here 😢

    • @billmade8906
      @billmade8906 5 днів тому

      ​@@HouseWarmWell, thats why im here. How you pull the out? By force?

    • @numberstation
      @numberstation 12 годин тому

      As mine is right now. The tap arm is stuck to the cassette like s hit to a blanket.

    • @donjesson7160
      @donjesson7160 10 годин тому

      @numberstation think you mean tapes different spelling I guess English wasn't your gifted language.

  • @jonathancrawford2825
    @jonathancrawford2825 7 місяців тому +2

    Thank you very much, I was struggling before I watched your video. Great result👍

  • @theexerciseedit3147
    @theexerciseedit3147 4 місяці тому +2

    I needed a refresher, this was just the ticket. 👍

  • @tonypisacane7705
    @tonypisacane7705 9 місяців тому +4

    Just what the doctor ordered! Worked perfectly

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  9 місяців тому

      That's what I like to hear 💪 🔧

  • @JustaHumanBeings
    @JustaHumanBeings Рік тому

    Hey boss, the ring you unscrew on 0:48, what is that called? I only need that part

    • @JustaHumanBeings
      @JustaHumanBeings Рік тому +1

      @@LaughinAttacks cheers mate, trying to find one had no idea how to even describe it haha

  • @nicolejean3794
    @nicolejean3794 3 місяці тому

    If the nut is stuck any suggestions on how to get it to turn so I can complete the procedure, is it safe to force it while holding the base ? Thanks

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  3 місяці тому

      Yeah, that's what I do. The bigger the tool you use the easier it comes off.

  • @Gutrast77gh
    @Gutrast77gh 17 днів тому

    Will this fix the problem of a stiff handle that is hard to turn ?

  • @jasonsingh9698
    @jasonsingh9698 Місяць тому

    Hi, at 1:16 what is that valve thing called you are unscrewing? I need a new one but don’t know what it is called. Thanks

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Місяць тому

      Mixer tap cartridge retaining nut

  • @ebox3572
    @ebox3572 Місяць тому

    I have a golden faucet with a switch to use the faucet as a shower. Now that plastic thread from the shower to the switch has broken and the filter and shower are falling off, but the switch remains. Is it possible to replace only that part from the switch

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Місяць тому

      Sometimes you can on certain faucets

  • @markhibberd7750
    @markhibberd7750 Рік тому +6

    You need to fix your isolation tap under the sink. It is leaking. see start of video.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому +3

      Not anymore 😁 ua-cam.com/video/TTtyLKcTr40/v-deo.html

  • @diyyangSG
    @diyyangSG Рік тому +2

    Just discover your channel and subscribed to you. Keep going!

  • @kamransamadov8171
    @kamransamadov8171 2 місяці тому +1

    Great video, it actually helped me

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  2 місяці тому

      Great, thanks 🫡

  • @smithnxumalo7590
    @smithnxumalo7590 8 місяців тому

    Thanks for the lesson bro but you just wanna ask if the tap mixer is stuck just out of the blue is not turning , what must I do ? Thank you 🇿🇦!

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  8 місяців тому +1

      If you mean the tap cartridge is stuck after removing the round cover, you probably need to pull it out forcefully using some water pump pliers like the ones in the video

    • @smithnxumalo7590
      @smithnxumalo7590 8 місяців тому +1

      @@HouseWarm Thank you so much brother 🤝

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  8 місяців тому

      @@smithnxumalo7590 you're welcome! 💪

  • @johnpaul5402
    @johnpaul5402 6 місяців тому

    What is the difference between the mixer tap cartridge and the mixer raised cartridge?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  6 місяців тому

      Raised tap cartridge is taller

  • @FatbardhaAllko
    @FatbardhaAllko 9 місяців тому

    Hey. I’ve tried to remove the solid part after I did some unscrew on the hole but no result. Can you tell me what should I try ?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  9 місяців тому

      Not sure what you mean. If you mean the shroud cover then you'll probably need some water pump pliers to undo it

  • @lesleyturner1251
    @lesleyturner1251 4 місяці тому +1

    My lever has corroded badly, can I just replace the lever without replacing the cartridge ?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  4 місяці тому +1

      Yeah, you can replace the tap lever handle.

    • @lesleyturner1251
      @lesleyturner1251 4 місяці тому

      Sorry to sound like a complete dumb arse but do I literally just yank it off ? 😅

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  4 місяці тому

      You need to loosen the screw first, same as in video.

    • @lesleyturner1251
      @lesleyturner1251 4 місяці тому

      Ok

    • @lesleyturner1251
      @lesleyturner1251 4 місяці тому

      Many thanks !! Done it 😂x

  • @mda5003
    @mda5003 Рік тому +14

    I would have placed the screw cover somewhere safe in case it fell down the plughole.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому +5

      That's why the rag is there 👍

    • @VinhNguyen-ip4dr
      @VinhNguyen-ip4dr Рік тому +2

      ​​@@HouseWarmit nearly fell into the drain when the rag was used to undo the nut

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому +1

      @@VinhNguyen-ip4dr yeah I should have put it on the windowsil after rewatching the video just now

  • @afaqkhatri968
    @afaqkhatri968 Рік тому +2

    Thank you for the help. I was able to fix my tap myself.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      You're welcome. Good job 👍

    • @stfuplsok
      @stfuplsok Рік тому

      you mean your video tape? 🤦‍♀

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      @@stfuplsok tap 😁

  • @knowledgesharer6983
    @knowledgesharer6983 5 місяців тому

    Can you please tell me how to know the Exact size of the Cartridge? Once I bought 'Handle Faucet Lever' and it was not fitted propertly because of its size.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  5 місяців тому

      @@knowledgesharer6983 the measurement you need is the width (diameter) of the fat round part. The rest you'll have to make sure it looks the same, top and bottom.

  • @moons4768
    @moons4768 5 місяців тому

    Why similar Grohe taps impossible to take top nut off.I bought the 32mm socket still won’t come off.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  5 місяців тому

      Yeah they can be tough to remove, I usually use my 400mm Knipex pliers to get plenty leverage on tight nuts and cartridges.

  • @eduardbejan7666
    @eduardbejan7666 6 місяців тому +1

    Very helpful, thank you very much for this!!

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  6 місяців тому

      You're welcome 🙏

  • @electricink3908
    @electricink3908 2 місяці тому

    1:17 it won't budge !What do i do ?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  2 місяці тому +1

      Use a bigger tool to get more leverage

    • @electricink3908
      @electricink3908 2 місяці тому +1

      @@HouseWarm thank you

  • @BCFC89DOM
    @BCFC89DOM Рік тому +1

    What size mm was cartridge??

  • @ferrworxeinside3985
    @ferrworxeinside3985 10 днів тому

    New cartridge £11 from city plumbing uk.
    New chrome tap with cartridge and new washers/fittings wras approved 5 year guarantee from city plumbing £16.
    What is the benefit to change cartridge only?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  10 днів тому

      Cartridge is less than a fiver at Screwfix and a lot easier to replace.

    • @ferrworxeinside3985
      @ferrworxeinside3985 10 днів тому

      @HouseWarm £3 in toolstation. 5 year guarantee holds weight along with all the new trimmings you get. Good video by the way. Saved for the future.

  • @syedbukhari2689
    @syedbukhari2689 5 місяців тому +1

    Good Job

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  5 місяців тому

      @@syedbukhari2689 🙏

  • @albertmwelase3528
    @albertmwelase3528 10 місяців тому

    This cartridge can replace?

  • @AndrewGritt-ytSam
    @AndrewGritt-ytSam 4 місяці тому

    This guy is the go... not Jawing off with boooolshit... just shows you how it's done.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  4 місяці тому

      It's the only way 🫡

  • @mawii27
    @mawii27 11 місяців тому

    How to change the whole tap? Sir.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  11 місяців тому

      That's a lot more tricky but I haven't got a video for that yet.
      I do have blog posts though, here's one:
      housewarm.co.uk/how-to-change-a-kitchen-tap/

  • @Detached_AZ
    @Detached_AZ 6 місяців тому

    My Huntington Brass GT2620-20 bathroom single lever handle won't budge. I can't move it up or down to turn the water on. Do you think it's just the cartridge, or something else I need to be looking at? TY

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  6 місяців тому +1

      Sounds like the cartridge

  • @unofiat1150
    @unofiat1150 Рік тому +1

    j'apprends avec vos vidéos Merci

  • @Omidsul1994
    @Omidsul1994 4 місяці тому

    Which company is ur faucet

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  4 місяці тому

      I'm not sure, possibly Swirl

  • @lexie7753
    @lexie7753 8 місяців тому +1

    I followed this and now my water pressure is extremely low. Otherwise everything seems to be working perfectly, no leaking no nothing. Can anyone help or offer advice please? I really can't afford a plumber and I'm trying to do it all on my own.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  8 місяців тому

      Remove the cartridge and check for any debris in the holes on the bottom.
      You should also make sure water is turned back on fully at isolating valves or stopcock

    • @lexie7753
      @lexie7753 8 місяців тому

      @@HouseWarm Thank you for replying. I'll try checking the cartridge and holes again. The water is on and the pressure from the pipe is good, as it also goes to the sink and that works just fine (this cartridge I changed was for the shower tap but it's still a mixer tap so it's the same)

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  8 місяців тому

      @@lexie7753 yeah if the cartridge is the exact same as the old one then it won't matter about it being a shower tap.

  • @tima9472
    @tima9472 9 днів тому

    Why is it come out so easy for u i tried it seems tight don't wiggle a bit like on this video

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  8 днів тому

      Probably because yours hasn't been touched for many years

    • @tima9472
      @tima9472 5 днів тому +1

      @HouseWarm yea it was all crazy bottom was kinda stuck to faucet broke bottom off had to dig and pull out got it done

  • @bobbojones8157
    @bobbojones8157 Рік тому +1

    But there’s so many different cartridges and unless it’s a brand name how do you know which one ?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      A lot of standard taps have the same standard cartridges. There's 2 different sizes of this one in the video and they fit a lot of taps.
      You can remove the cartridge and try to find it online, or take it to a plumbing merchants to try and match it up. Sometimes you have to contact the manufacturer, typically on fancy expensive taps.

    • @bobbojones8157
      @bobbojones8157 Рік тому +2

      @@HouseWarm yeah but what if the merchants don’t have it . I’m retired but when working found it in the long run cheaper to replace the tap

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому +3

      @@bobbojones8157 remove it and look for the same one online. It's the bottom that's different so make sure it looks the same then measure the width, they're typically either 35mm or 40mm wide

    • @Mr12hope
      @Mr12hope 6 місяців тому

      Hi , I have falt cartridge from paffony Italy, new one is 35€, the same wholes and size from China is 1€. But the water doesn't come out

    • @Mr12hope
      @Mr12hope 6 місяців тому

      Paffoni has some hole on cartridge side and Chinese dont

  • @hevt5735
    @hevt5735 19 днів тому

    Love the video, great tutorial but why can’t i remove the lever part of the tap with an Allen key??? I’m losing the will here 🙈

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  19 днів тому

      Have you removed the grub screw?

  • @alltecnicalinfo1403
    @alltecnicalinfo1403 9 місяців тому

    L key size ?

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  9 місяців тому

      It was a small flathead screwdriver for this tap.
      A hex (Allen) key grub screw is usually 2.5mm but the size can vary

  • @WhitEagle7
    @WhitEagle7 2 місяці тому

    00:05 looks like the supply water valve also needs to be changed 😅

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  2 місяці тому

      It's called a stopcock and it just needed the gland nut nipped up a bit, not replaced ua-cam.com/video/TTtyLKcTr40/v-deo.html

  • @steveblack610
    @steveblack610 2 місяці тому +1

    Good video but nearly had a schoolboy at 0.45 losing the little cap down the plug hole.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  2 місяці тому

      I'm a plumber, it would have added 30 seconds to my day removing the trap to get it.

  • @ernestniclas3727
    @ernestniclas3727 15 днів тому

    What is the name of cartridge company and number

  • @mickleblade
    @mickleblade Рік тому +2

    Was that it! Damn, I've been robbed!

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      Yup, pretty simple most of the time.

  • @ВикторРыбальченко-н2в

    Графитной смазкой надо смазывать ещё новый, и снимается потом от руки всё

  • @freeserve1942
    @freeserve1942 10 місяців тому

    Check diameter mine was 35mm !

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  10 місяців тому

      Yeah, the most common sizes are 35mm and 40mm

  • @HouseWarm
    @HouseWarm  Рік тому +8

    Tap cartridge replacement guide housewarm.co.uk/tap-cartridge-replacement/

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    • @keithdavies1395
      @keithdavies1395 Рік тому

      Unless it's a bungalow, turning off stop tap isn't enough, open all taps in bathroom and flush toilet, also, if there's a downstairs toilet, flush that,otherwise when you strip tap down it'll piss out all over worktop.

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      @@keithdavies1395 this wasn't a bungalow and turning off the stoptap was enough.
      If the tap you're working on is downstairs then you should open a tap upstairs to let the water out the pipes. I've never heard of anyone doing what you're saying, definitely no need for all that

  • @Rohanaqeel-f4e
    @Rohanaqeel-f4e Рік тому +1

    Amaizing

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    @electrouabarrou667 Рік тому +1

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  • @CC-qb5ev
    @CC-qb5ev 9 місяців тому

    I can't get that damn cover off the pin. I've totally hacked up my tap and poked a hole in my finger. Great video though

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  9 місяців тому

      Thanks. Yeah sometimes you just gotta bite the bullet and get a new tap

  • @bernhardschwarz4302
    @bernhardschwarz4302 Рік тому

    Bevor man das neue Teil einsetzt,macht man als ordentlicher Handwerker alle Teile sauber.

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    @youssefmehib8753 Рік тому

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  • @cypruswez
    @cypruswez Рік тому

    Hot/cold indicator pip the wrong way round. Hot to the left. Just saying. 😅

  • @johnburns5966
    @johnburns5966 9 місяців тому

    If only

  • @maurizio377
    @maurizio377 Рік тому

    Ma solo a me capita??? di cambiare le cartucce nei lavandini e per toglierli mo fa dannare....🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️🤦‍♂️invece nei video va sempre via con tanta semplicità boooooooo

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      succede a tutti noi, ma è facile la maggior parte delle volte

  • @stevenrichardson7882
    @stevenrichardson7882 Рік тому

    Your stop tap leaking is the main problem 👎🏻

    • @HouseWarm
      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

      It's not leaking anymore ua-cam.com/video/TTtyLKcTr40/v-deo.html
      But how would the stopcock leaking when it's turned off be the main problem 🤔 you know it alls are funny...

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      @stfuplsok Рік тому

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      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

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      @stfuplsok Рік тому

      @@HouseWarm well, that doesn't make sense. There is NO word like 'alls'. The word 'all' can be used as singular or plural.

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      @HouseWarm  Рік тому

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    @electrouabarrou667 Рік тому +1

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