Why (and how) to install a new kitchen faucet

[@DerultimativeOzzy]

Definitly would welcome more "how to improve your kitchen" videos every now and then. For some the ideas are common sense, for others perhaps inspiration to do that thing they wanted to do and for some its a source of ideas. I'm sure there's ideas that can help someone.

[@fishfire_2999]

Yep

[@darlester]

I have been thinking about replacing my tragically old, and slightly leaky, faucet for a long time now, and this video just gave me the nudge to make the jump. Thanks!

[@Sepilein1]

i do like "how to improve your kitchen" videos. Wouldnt mind improving my workplace whilst learning how to cook better ;)

[@EthanChlebowski]

I've got a kitchen organization / tour video planned in the next week or two!

[@vicoyeyemarz6508]

@@EthanChlebowski I'm exited for that!!!!

[@ZainxIqbal]

Ethan Chlebowski That sounds great. Don't forget to include the fridge as well lol

[@UnlimitedFlyers]

Same here. It's kind of (or perhaps actually IS) _mise en place_ - you should optimize everything you need to cook before actually starting a new dish.

[@johnnageigert1788]

I LOVE the improvement videos and I also rent an apt. & would love to change faucet! That's how I found you! My LL just sold the house to someone but she's keeping me as a tenant. I hope she doesn't mind the change & I will save the old one. Thank you for this video!

[@etherdog]

I replaced my 20 yr old faucet last year. The hardest part was getting up off the floor. After it was done, I wondered why I waited so long because, as you said, the new one brings me a lot of joy in the kitchen.

[@TheTierraJ]

THANK YOU FOR THISSS!!!! I hate my apartment faucet it's so old school and doesn't even have a sprayer lol I'm definitely doing this!!!

[@teresafan1]

I was just watching a Tierra J video and then Im seeing you in the comments under this one haha! Its like seeing your teacher outside of school 🤣

[@scottyhaines4226]

Make sure you keep the old one, the apartment complex will charge your security deposit if you leave the nice one in when you leave.

[@shinyramen]

I can confirm that it is *pretty sexy*

[@robert58]

bruh

[@Monnis3]

This is the exact faucet I bought before I even watched your video! I got it on sale for $59 now! This will make installing the faucet even more easier, thank you!

[@JohnnyNi685]

You need one of those tubes of silicon or something to create a waterproof layer around the base. It also helps keep the base in place.

[@EthanChlebowski]

There's a gasket underneath the plate cover that should keep it waterproof, but if I notice issues I'll get a sealant. I wanted to make it easy to remove since I'm only renting!

[@EvanSamuels]

Ethan Chlebowski run a bead of silicone around the base to keep water from leaking under and causing the rust and grime issues you had on the old one. Silicone is super easy to remove when you need to replace the faucet again. You won’t regret it!

[@uclatimsta]

@@EthanChlebowski That gasket generally speaking is trash and should not be trusted to keep water splashes from dripping down the main hole where the faucet stem is placed. Even just a periodic drip can cause the cabinets to warp or even worse develop mildew/mold. I'd suggest putting a sheet pan under there for the time being and check it after a large load of sink usage so see if you are getting any moisture dripping through. As mentioned by others a bead of silicone around the gasket will provide a permanent solution. It's really easy to remove with a putty knife if you have to change the faucet back when you move and will ensure not losing your deposit over cabinet replacements.

[@gazlake1]

@@EvanSamuels being a Plumber of 15 years, you never silicone under the tap. That's what's the gasket is for.

[@EvanSamuels]

gazlake1 actually you are correct. It looked like there was no gasket under the plate from the video (just metal on metal) but maybe there is a foam one built in? Though It’s a bit hard to tell from the product description.

[@madmax18840]

Straight truth about your kitchen (or any other space) bringing you joy. Obviously not everyone can make the kitchen they have “theirs” but it really helps

[@Basomic]

This is why I love this channel so much! Yes, I enjoy the recipe videos, but I love how you also show us how to improve our general cooking environment and experience (like the previous moveable kitchen island video). Thanks Ethan! I'll definitely keep this in mind when I move into my new apartment in a few weeks

[@venahtmusic]

Hey Ethan, I want to chime in and say I love when you've done these kinds of videos. There's so much more to cooking than JUST the cooking aspect and it's nice that you address things like kitchen organization and improvements. I'm currently shopping around for a new faucet for my kitchen and rather than looking up other videos, I went straight to yours because you demonstrate how simple it is even for noobs.

[@dixontriconderoga8524]

Thanks for another detailed, easy-to-follow improvement video! I first caught on to your knife sharpening instructional and found it immensely helpful, as well as a bunch of other tips and tricks that you've shared. I really appreciate the concise information and demonstration of the things you do to better your cooking and living experience, as well as how detailed you are in the descriptions. I love your channel and wish you the best!

[@ChefMainee]

I have been looking at apartments with nice sinks for so long & I could’ve just been doing this? THANK YOU SO MUCH

[@slim-oneslim8014]

Gotta love videos like this. The guy does this like it's just another something to do because he's bored. Bare feet, shorts and two tools. Easy on easy off. No problems, no stuck bolts or water lines. No knuckle busting up under the sink while your body is twisted like not since the last time you played the game "Twister". And of course no cussing, easy peasy! 😄😆😅

[@SLCGlobalGlass]

Never expected my favorite cooking KZbinr to be teaching me how to change my family’s faucet. 😂 But thank you!

[@MissRoeSipp]

This was the perfect tutorial for what I need to replace my kitchen faucet. So easy to follow.

[@antd754]

I watch all of your recipe videos and was looking to upgrade my sink like yours. Did a quick google search for a tutorial and here you are. You are a home cook god. Also buying some of those kitchen organizers from your other video lol. Thanks man.

[@lola199516]

Thanks I just installed a new faucet that had been sitting there for my husband to install for 3 weeks. 💪🏼

[@ChloeBrown-ml5qo]

Very cool! I just got the exact same one today and am heading to the University of KZbin to install it! this was perfect! Thank you and your kitchen is bringing me joy! Soon mine will too!

[@noahlondon8005]

LOVE the video. I'm a total DIY guy and I forgot just how easy it is to do this upgrade which I've done before in a rental. it only enhances the place so it should present no problem with your lease. it in fact ADDS to the value of a rental property if you do it right and end up moving. ya landlord should thank you !!!

[@svenflurenbrock]

I love your content Eathen. It gave me so much inspiration and I've only been following you for a few days. Chapeau!

[@MaximilianK1]

I like this! Home improvements are definitely welcome. A more efficient and prettier kitchen makes for more joyful cooking! Bring as many as you want. Even in other places.

[@wseto09]

Teflon tapes are the best for any threaded nut and bolt jobs for joining in plumbing.

[@Lawman212]

Ethan, I'm glad you made this video because most videos on this topic are cheesy manufacturer's promos that gloss over the details, or they're made by people who don't have a lot of credibility. So thanks for this.

[@vicbaker8367]

I have a new faucet waiting for a plumber. After watching this, I believe I shall do it myself. Thanks.

[@SpideySensei72]

Just bought a similar version from Kraus. Can't wait until it's installed.

[@igloozoo3771]

I replaced mine today with the similar one from WEWE. I didn't have hot water in my sink for a year. Removing the old 23 yr old faucet was the time consuming part. I was about to call service for it, but finally unscrewed with a little more Monica Seles Grunt. Wow water pressure is amazing for $50 faucet. I want to now get this same faucet and use it in my bathroom.

[@BrendanDonnelly51395]

You're one of the few cooking you tubers who addresses one of the most important parts of cooking, the clean up process

[@sayyesmoore]

I’m about to install this exact same faucet. Thank you for this! Extremely helpful.

[@a.h.tvideomapping4293]

That Face at the end of the video when the car was beeping is just amazing

[@bleutitanium6513]

This was great ! You showed that a happy work space will make you happy, and that something scary like changing a facet, isn't as scary as one thinks ! As always... you are awesome !

[@kyyourneutralisminekiske7104]

I think that's some advice I'm definitely going to use when I've got my own place to worry about. If you're not waking up in a place that gives you clarity and joy, just make it do that

[@EthanChlebowski]

My home environment is definitely something I've been thinking more about the past couple years, makes a big difference!

[@zasgat]

@@EthanChlebowski Its especially important now that we are required to spend so much time at our own homes (quarantine)

[@ReubenNinan]

Videos like this and the mobile countertop video you did are very fun and useless. I feel as if there's not many kitchen hardware videos out there and I find your content really fun and useful my guy.

[@candeesolees4765]

Wow! This looks doable even for me... Thank you much for sharing! Home Depot here I come!

[@JustADioWhosAHeroForFun]

Now that's pretty epic

[@thenawabgaming]

I also changed my faucet around February. It’s a fixed length silicone faucet you can move around in different angles. So easy to do the dishes now! 😁

[@Abdullah-oe2xv]

Man your old videos are gold .. really good job for creating a proffesional content even when you didnt get much views

[@Bradimus1]

I've replaced the faucet twice in my current home and both my prior rentals. The lease companies at the apartments had no complaints on the upgrades. We have a big kholer drop in now that fits whole sheet pans like nothing. So nice.

[@EthanChlebowski]

It really is a game changer for not much work!

[@Bradimus1]

@@EthanChlebowski that does depend a little on the faucets and particular sink though. Some are really a pain to get the nut on and off for the faucet. But most aren't bad.

[@mariah8200]

Love this video it makes me appreciate that faucet even more than I already did!

[@dt384795]

i've been binge-watching your videos and you're definitely one of my favorite youtubers

[@Aaronm14]

I love that this was short and sweet, unique content compared to other cooking YT channels, and is one of those small but really impactful changes you can make. I'd love to see more like this as others have said. Maybe even ones as trivial as what your cleaning routine is like so it doesn't feel like a chore when you wait too long.

[@Scranny]

Ethan, I love these videos man. I like how you do both the cooking videos and the various kitchen upgrades/repairs (like the DIY table on wheels).

[@stephaniewelch8097]

Thank you so much for this. I'm going to switch mine out this weekend.

[@PoGoX7]

I wanted to like this, I really did... But without the pickled onions, it's just not the same...

[@profitbands]

so helpful! definitely doing this when im off this weekend!

[@supercooled]

Good job. I tackled the same task not long ago with another brand of the same style faucet. Also installed a reverse OSMOSIS system, pretty easy if not time consuming. Like building an IKEA furniture for the first time.

[@anfonieb7434]

So nice! Thanks I love videos that simple and get right to the point! Excellent job bro

[@Mdew105]

I just bought this faucet then found this video. Thanks! Also you got a great deal, I paid $150 on sale.

[@pavkRN]

Your landlord will be grateful for the faucet upgrade.

[@PhreshSpice]

To prevent that gunk from building up under the cover you can just run a bead of silicone around to create a water proof seal. You can get one that is clear to match the faucet but just make sure it’s labeled for bathroom/kitchen use

[@laughingizdacure4975]

I like these kinds of videos. I think you should keep doing them. Appreciate your content keep up the vids bro.

[@actuallyganta6044]

Just dropping a comment here for the algorithm and to say that I live the idea behind this video, so would love to see more kitchen improvements like this. Also, that faucet in particular is very sexy, nice choice!

[@katlynns7066]

Im glad found this video. I got the same faucet.

[@EthanSanders]

Ethan->Ethan, I installed almost the exact same faucet last year. Still love it.

[@PeterB_]

I subbed to this channel after your video on how you constructed your table, so it's nice to see you going back to your roots 😂

[@zaaraahmed4087]

I’m watching this even though I don’t have my own house, but anyways...

[@piekielneciastko5250]

I'm watching this even though i can do this and do it quite frequently for friends

[@wseto09]

Missing one part that I've noticed in most faucet change videos like these and this one missed it but can be added later. Teflon tape. It's cheap. $1 - $2. Why need it? To wrap the threading before joining and it prevents the threads being connected from possible seizing over time plus it can also help too also for the possible of leaking from the threads when joining back to the old supply lines too. Seizing of the threads joining to the supply line depends if you have hard water that can overtime be harder to separate. If you have soft water. Not much worry on the threads but still possible leaks if not tighten right. Teflon tape.

[@meicealways5842]

I want the same faucet u have but in stainless steel to match the appliances…this was very helpful

[@d.r.807]

Ethan, I just discovered your channel and I must say I am thoroughly impressed by the quality of your work. Clear, concise and entertaining. Keep up the great work and I look forward to more. Cheers 👍

[@EthanChlebowski]

Thank you!

[@lukki7ster]

Thanks for this video! Also thanks for showing how you dont need to be matchy matchy with the finishes in the kitchen. I wondered how a matte black faucet would look with chrome cabinet pulls. Looks great!

[@MilenaxDx]

I love your ideas! Keep it going

[@CanCraneDoIt]

Installed the exact same faucet on my DIY kitchen upgrade as well! Also usually landlords seem to be ok if you spend money on things that upgrade their places for them, in my experience anyway :)

[@firama101]

Need to replace my kitchen faucet. It's leaky and loose and I'm pretty sure it's rusted and grimed together so the faucet doesn't turn independently anymore. This showed up on my recommended so now I'm gonna buy a faucet to install this weekend.

[@presto21]

WOWOWOWOWOW PICKLED ONIONSSSS!!!!!!! followed right away

[@dgmwitz]

I dig it please do more of these

[@jasonlieberman4606]

Last week I was doing dishes, using the hose, and switching back and forth wasted so much water that it got me thinking about how much more efficient the dish tank in commercial kitchens are. But this design really brings the best of that world into the home. Basically a commercial style hose, held up by the spring and all that, but clicking into place for standard home use... Can I come do your dishes sometime bro? Cuz that joint is efficient, ergonomic, and elegant af

[@EthanChlebowski]

Yea I really dig the design on this one, functional and looks sleek.

[@richard1113]

I didn't realize it was that simple or I would have replaced the faucet in my sink. Well, that house is sold so I'll keep this in mind for my future house. Please do more kitchen improvement stuff like this.

[@keg10609]

Wow that looks so easy

[@debralarocco7110]

I'm moving into a new apartment in a couple of days and I hate the kitchen faucet. I feel more confident about replacing it myself after watching this video.

[@mrsmucha]

Great video Ethan!

[@angbeebee1]

Yes. Like this. More such kitchen efficiency DIY vids please....

[@bryansoto6355]

Awesome vid man. Good content diversity.

[@BreonNagy]

Are you going to fix the curtain drawstrings next?

[@jasonrobinson9524]

Thank you!! This was perfectly explained! Also, same faucet I just bought, look great.

[@NEKOMIMI281]

That was pretty cool to watch, one day I will try this.

[@kossi200]

This video brings me joy.

[@petehurd5301]

Holy shit! I have, and hate, that *exact* faucet, your "before" faucet! Paused video 12 seconds in to write this comment having already decided I'm replacing it by the end of the week! Damed right!

[@Rhyainn]

Thank you!! Short and sweet!!!

[@IRISHMANBKFC]

Installed the same faucet yesterday. You got lucky the mounting nut wasn’t seized 😂

[@tya04]

I have a very similar faucet; my apartment came with one that was low and short, scraped from the bottom of the bargain barrel along with all the other hardware they use. Personally, I never use that arm that holds the faucet head; It's just one more thing to get in the way of grabbing the faucet head, and the head stays put well enough without it.

[@KingsCrossVIP]

Mate! I love this thanks👍🎄⛄

[@timlichti6415]

Excellent job. No doubts. Good point for renters...check out the agreement. Could you turn your viewer's on to Terragon and butter lemon colossal shrimp and emphasis on not overcooking

[@katygillie1055]

Lol I have the same faucet from amazon, I even appreciated the nice packaging!

[@Naroaka]

I love you broski please keep doing what you're doing

[@EthanChlebowski]

Much appreciated!

[@bingingwithbabishisamazing4034]

I guess i have a good faucet because i have the exact same one!

[@Matiast9477]

I love this kind of content!!

[@jtrenda333]

Thanks for the tut!

[@thomasmcinerney3847]

Like the foray into new content

[@EverettNewell]

Folks - this is a great video, and super helpful but DO NOT DO THIS IN A RENTAL. If you cause flooding and damage, you will be held responsible. Buy the faucet, ask your landlord to install it. When the landlord says no, request permission in writing. Don't be reckless.

[@BadMoonRising92]

Just curious, but why would you wanna do this in a rental on someone else’s property?

[@ChristoPatro]

​@@BadMoonRising92for practicality and aesthetics, the same as you would hang a painting or place a flower vase.

[@BadMoonRising92]

@@ChristoPatro hanging a painting and replacing a faucet is not a direct comparison. Replacing and installing a faucet is a 1 for 1 swap for that something the owner/landlord may not even like, and they’re benefiting on you spending your money to make improvements on their rental. But You can drive a nail and hang a painting in a minute and just easily pop the nail right out

[@hucz]

A lot of misinformation here. First off, it is a fair comparison to make, when comparing a hung picture frame and replacing a kitchen sink faucet. In fact, replacing a sink faucet can more than likely be 100% reversed. Should you still communicate with your landlord first? Of course. Most probably won't even care, but a lot of what they decide on will be based on the relationship and trust you have established with them and how you go about asking. As for the guy who said driving a nail into a nail isn't as big of a deal as swapping a faucet out? He's wrong. Driving nails or drilling screws into walls wherever you please can be extremely risky and potentially very expensive. You have to know what's behind that wall first. It could be a wire, a water line, a vent, etc. And that could lead to costly damage or put someone at serious risk. You also have to fill those holes in and repair any damage you've done to the wall, otherwise your deposit could be held. You could argue drilling or hammering nails into your walls poses a much greater risk than replacing a faucet.

[@EverettNewell]

@@hucz you’re wrong. Any plumbing adjustments resulting in flood or water damage will be the liability of the tenant. Is your picture frame going to flood your ground floor? You must be kind of simple.

[@mottle_]

This is the video that made me hit subscribe.

[@espenius91]

Good video! Just a quick notice, some countries you "need" to use a certified person to do work with water indoors. In Norway atleast your house insurence will not cover water damage to house if something go wrong.

[@xTechnoWOW]

Cool video!

[@roxyfenton7432]

Great video!!

[@jaynguyen1573]

The how was clear, but the why was quite brief. It'd be nice to know how that design of faucet might be better than other faucet designs. Great work space though!

[@anonimushbosh]

Not used to seeing this type of video without at least one bored wife interrupting everything. Thought I’d never get to see someone finally finish off the job in hand!

[@FiniteJest]

I would appreciate tips to clean up the mess in your pots and pans after use.

[@Lara-dr8is]

a personal tip from me: nearly anything can be removed from non-cast iron pots and pans with pure sodium carbonate or another pure alkaline (any soluble hydroxide or carbonate should do). just put some powder in the pot, pan or baking sheet to cover the bottom, put a little bit of water in there and heat it for some time (like 30 mins or something). everything should come off easily then

[@zuthalsoraniz6764]

First is to clean as you go - if you have used something that you won't be using again during the cooking process (say, cutting board after you have done all your cutting), and there is some amount of downtime while something simmers or such, just use that time to clean up, it makes the amount of cleanup you have to do at once after eating a lot less. Also, clean things as soon as possible in general - food residues become a lot harder to clean up once they are dried in. And I find that for the majority of things, just running the pan under hot water is enough if it is not dried-in, or if that isn't enough then a light application of dish soap and elbow grease will do the trick. Though I also use some pretty good nonstick pans, so that certainly helps.

[@josenegrete3694]

Awesome video! Can you do this tutorial for bathroom faucets, thx

[@FahadKhan-fw7cn]

I can't wait until youtube recommends me plumbing videos fro the next week.

[@bjones9942]

I've replaced a few faucets in my day and I'll give you a secret - towels work MUCH better than bowls to catch the drips. And you were extremely lucky if your faucet nut came unscrewed as easily as you made it look. A couple of bruised knuckles are usually my payment for changing a faucet! Also, thumbs up to the people who said silicone sealer and teflon tape.

[@Lionhearted128]

Love this video