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Install a Kitchen Sink Soap Dispenser

Easy DIY guide to install a kitchen sink soap dispenser! Keep your countertop neat and enjoy hassle-free soap access with this simple step-by-step project.

Materials

Instructions

  • Remove items underneath the kitchen sink
    Remove all items from the countertop and underneath the kitchen sink. You want to have a clean surface above and below the countertop. I find that it’s much easier to work this way.
  • Gather tools and check for all parts
    The next step is to gather all the tools and manufacturer parts. The last thing you want to do is start the project only to discover missing pieces.
  • Remove the deck plate or hole cover
    Remove the existing kitchen sink hole cover and deck plate and clean the area. You a sponge or cloth and wipe around the holes.
  • Install the new dispenser
    Place the dispenser pump head base over the sinkhole on the countertop. Head underneath the kitchen sink and take the mounting nut with the rubber component, and tighten it against the dispenser pump.
    Before fully tightening, take a moment to verify the alignment of the soap dispenser on the sink’s surface. Utilize a pair of pliers or a basin wrench to apply slightly more pressure than hand-tightening.
  • Attach the pump tube
    Attach the pump tube (long straw) to the base of the pump and the soap bottle underneath the sink. This attachment will ensure the soap gets pulled from the dispenser bottle.
  • Fill up the soap dispenser
    Fill up the soap from the top part of the dispenser. If you have a bottom-fill soap dispenser, you must go under the sink to fill it up. Once done, pump the dispenser several times until the liquid detergent comes out and the soap is evenly distributed.

Notes

Pro Tip – The manufacturer’s bottle usually comes in an average 10-16oz bottle. For some people, this small bottle will still need to be refilled often. What I do instead is buy a separate hose or extension tube that connects directly to a big bulk bottle of dishwashing liquid instead of utilizing the manufacturer’s bottle. This will last several months without the need to refill the soap continuously.