OK, once more turning to the experts and instead of asking on a plumbers forum I come here...
I want to install the strainer basket for my basement sink. It came with a foam/spongy washer...do I want to use this instead of plumbers putty or caulk? I was searching for the right answer, some say to use plumbers putty, the guy at lowes said to use plumbers putty and the foam washer and another place on the net suggested silicone caulk because it provides an even better seal. So, as you can imagine I have lots of options and I am just looking for the answer of which is best. I bet some are better than others and all have their opinion. I just wanted to throw this out there, to see what you guys thought, so I can get this sink installed this afternoon. Thanks.
I want to install the strainer basket for my basement sink. It came with a foam/spongy washer...do I want to use this instead of plumbers putty or caulk? I was searching for the right answer, some say to use plumbers putty, the guy at lowes said to use plumbers putty and the foam washer and another place on the net suggested silicone caulk because it provides an even better seal. So, as you can imagine I have lots of options and I am just looking for the answer of which is best. I bet some are better than others and all have their opinion. I just wanted to throw this out there, to see what you guys thought, so I can get this sink installed this afternoon. Thanks.