My bathroom Basin was installed some years ago by a professional plumber. For whatever reason, the waste was fitted using silicone rather than plumber’s mate. The floor was originally tiled, but I replaced it with high quality vinyl, when fractures began to appear in the grout. As part of this project, the toilet and basin/pedestal, were removed to allow the fitting of 12 mm marine ply, screwing this material securely to the floorboards. At this state, it was not necessary to replace the waste, as this was in perfect condition.
Five years on, the waste and tape are starting to show signs of wear and need to be replaced. The tap is straightforward enough, although the waste is a different story, given the use of silicone in its original installation.
Ideally, I would like to perform the removal and installation of the new waste with the basin/pedestal in situ, as the silicone lines for both these items are superb and I fear that I will not be able to restore these if the original lines are broken.
Photos of the various elements are attached.
Any advice or suggestions would be Gately appreciated.
Thanks
Five years on, the waste and tape are starting to show signs of wear and need to be replaced. The tap is straightforward enough, although the waste is a different story, given the use of silicone in its original installation.
Ideally, I would like to perform the removal and installation of the new waste with the basin/pedestal in situ, as the silicone lines for both these items are superb and I fear that I will not be able to restore these if the original lines are broken.
Photos of the various elements are attached.
Any advice or suggestions would be Gately appreciated.
Thanks