My kitchen sink leaks from that seal area where you put the putty. Took it out, cleaned, dried and replaced it again and again. Used friction rings on the bottom. It'll hold for anywhere from 2 weeks to ten months. The basket is an Ace Hardware plastic one, and the jug of putty says to not use on plastic. Use Oatey Silicone Sealant instead. Why wouldn't plumber's putty work on a plastic kitchen sink drain basket?
Hi There, The plastic will expand and contract more than metal depend on water temperature. And the sealant will just hold better than plumbers putty. Hope this was helpful!
Thank you, no more leaks after using putty!!!
Glad to help!
How long should I wait with the putty before I test with water?
Hi There,
Right away no need to wait. Hope this helps!
Aren't you supposed to use the friction gasket with that strainer so the washer doesn't warp?
That is an option as well.
My kitchen sink leaks from that seal area where you put the putty. Took it out, cleaned, dried and replaced it again and again. Used friction rings on the bottom. It'll hold for anywhere from 2 weeks to ten months. The basket is an Ace Hardware plastic one, and the jug of putty says to not use on plastic. Use Oatey Silicone Sealant instead. Why wouldn't plumber's putty work on a plastic kitchen sink drain basket?
Hi There,
The plastic will expand and contract more than metal depend on water temperature. And the sealant will just hold better than plumbers putty.
Hope this was helpful!
@@AceHardware Excellent. I'll use sealant next time when it leaks again...which it will. Let it sit for 24 hours to cure..
@@AceHardware Thank you.
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