Replacement Rubber Washers for Sink Basket Plug

savemore on 12/01/2021 - 17:03
Last edited 12/01/2021 - 17:15

Hi,

I'm looking to see if it is worth replacing the rubber washers/seals that make up the plug. I bought 1 replacement plug (blue washer - see image https://ibb.co/BZVW1s3) from Bunnings and this lasted less than a year before it started draining the water completely. The two underneath are the ones that I came with the sink when I moved into my house (which also have failed). Prefer to replace the washer/seal than simply replacing the whole plug, or even replacing the whole sink basket waste in my kitchen sink. Can anyone suggest where to buy the washers that are long lasting?
TIA
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Comments

  • Muzeeb on 12/01/2021 - 17:12
    +2

    What is the question?

  • SF3 on 12/01/2021 - 17:15

    see if it is worth replacing the rubber washers/seals that make up the plug

    Depends on what it is worth to you.

    • savemore on 12/01/2021 - 17:20

      All depends on the price of replacement parts, as not wanting to really be part of a 'use once throw it away society'.

      • SF3 on 12/01/2021 - 17:23

        not wanting to really be part of a 'use once throw it away society'.

        Hmm, in that case use a bucket or a large bowl if you want to retain the water in the sink, then reuse the water for the garden. Which you can't do if you let it flush down the drain.

  • brad1-8tsi on 12/01/2021 - 17:26
    +2

    Try Reece plumbing or Tradelink. They might have a better quality washer

  • Stewardo on 12/01/2021 - 19:44
    +1

    What brand was the sink?

  • Loot N Plunder on 12/01/2021 - 20:20
    +2

    I have the same plugs and the washers eventual leak i replace them maybe once a year.
    Just chuck one of these kits on them https://www.mitre10.com.au/fix-a-tap-basket-strainer-washer-…

    you can always install a standard plug if you want

    • ChrisLevo on 12/01/2021 - 22:40
      +1

      I bought the same product and it works well.

      Takes seconds to change.

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