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How to fix bathroom tap stuck?

Maryindi
Just Starting Out

How to fix bathroom tap stuck?

I am trying to fix my bathroom sink dripping tap but cannot get the tap off

i have unscrewed the H on top but then can only unscrew the handle to a point then it becomes stuck

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EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to fix bathroom tap stuck?

Hello @Maryindi 

 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your basin taps.

 

Your handle is stuck because of limescale deposits sitting inside the spindle. I suggest using a rocking motion on the handle going left to right and forwards and backwards to loosen it up. You'll notice that eventually it will come loose and you'll be able to remove the handle to replace the jumper valve inside. There are no other parts to remove the top head screw is all that you need to remove in order to remove the handle. You can also try using the handle of a hammer to tap the sides of the handle to get it moving.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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Maryindi
Just Starting Out

Re: How to fix bathroom tap stuck?

Thank you I got it off and now fixed.

 

EricL
Bunnings Team Member
Bunnings Team Member

Re: How to fix bathroom tap stuck?

Hello @Maryindi 

 

I'm glad you got the handle off and repaired your leaking basin tap.

 

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

 

Eric

 

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