How to repair a Mixer Tap / Faucet, Pull the cartridge apart and lube it. Maintenance

Here I show you how to pull apart a kitchen mixer tap and to service it. I get the cartridge out and then pull this internal cartridge apart and lube it.
Then putting it all back together again. For super smooth operation.
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[@sunray8136]

Vinegar works great for cleaning deposits out. I soaked my airator and tapped all the crud out and wow my faucet puts out more water. I do have a water softener but over the years there's still a bit of deposits that collect inside parts

[@marcoolinho]

Thanks! Many views, mate! So many guys decided to DIY (do it yourself) and searched for this video. My mother doubted me and said that I am going to make a deluge in the kitchen but I emerged as victorious and fixed the faucet which accumulated lime with time. I cleaned the lime and now the faucet's water flow can be regulated nice and smooth. Imagine how I will have to prove myself to my future wife! Don't let the doubters get to you guys! Be men, bear it and move on. It is what makes us men - we are winners!

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Well done. And good on you for having a go. It is important for men to use their hands and be able to work on and fix things. Spoil your self and go buy some tools to make it even easier next time.

[@emmytroost]

@@Marksreviewsandtutorials Only men? Thanks

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

⁠Hi Emmy. Well I was talking to a man so yes I was addressing him and what he had said he just did/fixed. Only men? I have no idea why you would run to that conclusion. Watch my channel see the merch even with things saying ‘I did it’ I fixed it. Certainly not only men. Read the comments on many of my videos where ladies have had a go and fixed things. No not only men.

[@jamesparker2223]

thanks so much. really helpful. got quoted $300 for this by a plumber!!! but it was really easy with these instructions! and i have absolutely no DIY skills

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

James Parker So glad it helped. 😃 Great effort having a go.

[@pafmelb1927]

Nice demo, well explained, but some of the times you could see inside the cartridge but we could not, because of the camera angle and fingers ( I wonder whose?) were in the way. Nevertheless this vid helped me go where I had never been before.

[@MrMazhar8551]

Hi Mark My hats off to your excellent educational video on servicing the mixer cartridge instead of spending £9

[@papouli]

Exactement mon problème, merci pour ton explication. Je vais pouvoir m'en sortir grâce à toi.👍👍👍

[@SmudgetheBeagle]

5pm on a Friday, tap starts leaking....thank you for this video. $20 on a replacement part, no afterhours plumber. Life saver.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Smudge the Beagle 👍

[@johnhimal5913]

Thank you so much for ur detailed explanation.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

You are most welcome

[@martinguerra818]

all perfect

[@dixonsindorset]

Nice helpful and clear video. Thanks! Greetings from the Netherlands.

[@AveMaria3jp]

Thank you Mark

[@dmmanju9705]

Thanks bro ,time saving ,money saving & skill training 🙂

[@tetalela1]

Lovely!!!

[@Antoniag6]

fantastic job, I learn something new today, I just fixed my kitchen tap with your instructions !

[@spinnymathingy3149]

Thanks for the video I’ll attack my tap tomorrow with confidence (Oooow, I was cringing at the knife used to pop the cover at the start) 👍🇦🇺🤘

[@bigfluffish]

Thanks for this. I was looking for a video to see why my kitchen sink handle was loose. I wasnt able to see a way to take the handle off but your video showed that part. Thank you.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Glad it helped. 😃 MRT

[@ewas.5161]

thank you very much, v. useful

[@weslymahanama6403]

Very well demonstrated Thanks for your valuable effort. I learned a lot about mixer tap mechanism.

[@alexiskossig2885]

Bonne idée merci.

[@mabibliotheque5198]

Thanks for sharing this valuable information

[@dhx7749]

Great video 👍 Now I get how to do it! Thanks a Million 👏👏👏

[@cos192000]

Thank you!

[@ericthompson884]

Thank You, made it easy for me

[@Dolalartisanats]

Thank you

[@stuartosborne6263]

Thanks

[@rimad6882]

Nice.

[@biowin7223]

I tried to solve a water leak at a slightly different model. Just as in de video I opened the cartrige; cleaned everything and assembled all the componets with silcon... €3,5 costs for silicon. No water drips anymore. Thanks for the youtube

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Bio Win Well done. Glad it helped 😃

[@BrianJohnson-eu2on]

@@Marksreviewsandtutorials getting the top off isn't easy

[@chaper2007]

My bathroom tap slightly different but the same principal. Thank you for the information.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

👍

[@vimalneha]

very helpful video, thanks for showing in detail.

[@die19921]

Think you for your help

[@ShootieSchool]

Thanks!

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[@ABDOABCD100]

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[@miranlyan1]

good job bro

[@susanwebster7584]

great simple straight forward video thank you

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Susan Webster So Glad it helped. 😃

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[@andyboakye5154]

Thank you for this you absolutely saved me.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Andy owusu-boakye I’m so glad it helped. 😃👍

[@Bertanerny]

Thanks for posting, very useful

[@saleemkader2126]

Thank you I've fixed my leaking tap

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

+Saleem Kader Great! So glad it helped.

[@DunderOz]

Nicely done 👍

[@oriettarojas1069]

Gracias, me ha sido de gran ayuda. Buén video!!

[@Rich-ic8wl]

Informative video - thanks! Do you have the part number for the cartridge or even the brand name of the faucet?

[@prettyblueplanet]

thanks, very useful and money saving!

[@oroboro24k]

Thank you, you made my day.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Geert Borger 👍

[@gaetana7294]

Common reason for the grinding is that the locking nut is too tight and is pressing too hard on the cartridge. The locking nut should be tight enough to stop leaks, but avoid overtightening. I would avoid messing with the cartridge. It should last 5-6 years. Then just get a new one for a few bucks.

[@MrMazhar8551]

Hi Mark May I suggest that you insert the grub screw in the knob before fitting it

[@namoamitabhabuddha7875]

nice

[@lucianozanini3160]

molto interessante. complimenti

[@marriosm9609]

Helpful 👍🏼

[@jjw389]

SAVE MY LIFE

[@josephfarrell6403]

Couldn't get my mole grips onto brass nut as it was too far into chrome body. So I put body and cartridge into hot solution of cider vinegar and water for a few hours to clean out calcium deposits. Then lubricated inside cartridge with silicone containing PTFE. Leak stopped, works a treat, no need for expensive new cartridge.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Well done Joseph

[@make-u-rich879]

Cartridge is like 5 dollar.

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[@braveheart196]

Relaxing voice and straight forward the camera work a bit wobbly

[@atfundum]

and out of focus and unfortunately some footage with fingers instead of the things we want to see....the repair itself..... :-(

[@roachiebkk]

thanks so much

[@aymansweidan939]

هخلحب

[@somaaelsapak6361]

merci bravo

[@barrykelleher4735]

Superb simple egoless video.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Thanks Barry

[@somaaelsapak6361]

Nice

[@nicholasfernandes7422]

Not able to open the nut to access the cartridge

[@storiesbystanelle]

I have this exact same tap, but with a leak on the base above the spout but below the cartridge which you removed.. How do I take off the middle part of the base?

[@johnhein2539]

Good video, thanks man!

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

John Hein So glad it helped. This repair has stood the test of time too. It is still working perfectly.

[@gudangbesimms1198]

can you show me the tutorial video how to open the bottom ring / part of wega mixer taps ???

[@rainbowranddy]

Yes, I thought you sounded Australian. Nice commentary. What's a vegemitan sandwich?

[@mariehow2710]

How do I get to the O ring on this tap please?

[@tousifrahman2342]

I bought a new tap, & still leaking out from the handle Bunnings 35mm Mixer Bathroom Tap, any suggestions?

[@michaeldevitt5316]

Can I use Vaseline for the lube thanks Mike

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Vaseline stretches o’rings so no. It can also flavor the water. I have put a link in the description for the right stuff to use. Good grade, etc MRT

[@LiveFreeR_Die]

Good job, But guys don't try it if your wife is around

[@khayyamshaikh9182]

When i try to remove the lock ring the whole tap shaft moves also, why is that and how to remove the lock ring?

[@humminghippophotography3360]

Just a question. After you’ve removed the screw I can’t get the top off. Is there another way. The top moves freely up and down left to right but I can’t get it off.

[@nataljabite2684]

Thanks for a video, just saved me a lot of time and money

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Natalja Bite So glad it helped. Good on you for having a go. 😊

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[@EvangelosPolitakos]

thank you sir. What is the number of allen key?

[@ubangistomp8920]

Dirty work. Look at him with his knive 😂

[@HenryTTo]

Thanks very much for an informative videos. Could you advise please if the Allen key is a standard size that I can buy from the warehouse? regards, Henry

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

HenryTo No it isn’t a standard size. But they often come in a little set. Have a look at the links in the description for options. MRT

[@michaelwhitehouse9913]

Everything ok but the cartridge won’t lift out? Any ideas how to pull it out?

[@Mike-ns6se]

Michael Whitehouse literally having this issue right now

[@zeroarst]

Hi, would it work with WD-40 Specialist High Performance Silicone Lubricant, or do I have to use grease?

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

It will work but won’t last

[@chap1]

WD40 isn't rated safe for use with potable/drinking water.

[@jorger9927]

Anyone know what’s the size on the Allen key ?

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

They are not all the same size. Best to buy a small set.

[@fedup1940]

LOL....thought he would stab himself trying to get that tiny cap off with a knife!

[@giorgos7six]

Has anyone tried to service/fix the failed cartridge?

[@manali4226]

Mon anneau ne s'enlève pas comment dois je faire ?

[@stefanydower1350]

Can you just buy a new cartridge and replace it yourself? And, if so, do you have a video of this? thanks in advance.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Hi. This video shows you all the steps to replace your cartridge. Just replace the cartridge once you are inside. See the links in the description for some purchase options. There are lots of different cartridges so you do need to buy exactly the right one. MRT

[@stefanydower1350]

@@Marksreviewsandtutorials thanksMark!

[@gudangbesimms1198]

how to open the bottom ring of the mixer taps

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Hi There, not to sure what you mean but this video may help. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imTNkpJ4at2eqrM

[@dannydao1660]

The tap itself is not properly fixed, it should be fixed firmly by the screws underneath before you fix the mixer on top.

[@jcgtv3692]

when i tried unscrewing the cartridge it spun the whole faucet, should I to hold the unit from underneath at the same time as trying to unscrew top?

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Hi J Have a look at this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/imTNkpJ4at2eqrM do that first then change the cartridge with the tap base nice and firm.

[@roachiebkk]

Removed the grub screw with Allen key but the tap head seems still stuck on the shaft, I've already damaged the plastic bit. Tried spraying with wd40 but still stuck fast..... Any advice please?

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Hi Craig. Do you have calcium? White deposits around the handle? If so spray some vinegar there to soften and release it. Otherwise as long as you are sure the grub screw is out then it may just need a tap to release it?

[@sajithmms]

thanks for this video, i am looking for exactly the same catridge, could anyone advize where can i buy this in hongkong

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

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[@cynic150]

where do you get the silicon lubricant?

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

cynic150 I am a swimming pool service tech. So I get it from swimming pool sources we use it to lubricate o’rings. Hardware stores will also have silicone based lubricants as should plumbing supply shops

[@philipjacob7623]

What is the sizeof the alen key??

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

philip jacob It isn't a standard size Allen key. It also isn't always an Allen key. You will have to have a look at what is on your tap. Good luck.

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[@sriluxman]

WD 40 ;)

[@arkadybron6120]

I only hope for your sake, that the long term effects on your family, of ingesting all of that silicone grease, is not too serious.

[@Marksreviewsandtutorials]

Arkady Bron It is food grade lube. Have a look at the links in the description.

[@markgadsby5568]

I can’t get off the hemispherical plastic nut retaining the cartridge ... makes videos like this pointless I’m afraid

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Falsch 😥

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Thanks!

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