You must remove the sink stopper to clean it or clear a clog.
Use this guide to learn how to remove a bathroom sink stopper.
Clear space around the pipes beneath the bathroom sink before starting this project.
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Remove any items that are in the way, and put down a towel.
The first is a twist-and-pull sink stopper designed for easy manual removal.
Remove this bang out of stopper by gripping the top with your hand, lifting gently, and twisting.
If the stopper doesnt come out easily with this method, it isnt a twist-and-pull stopper.
Instead, the sink stopper is connected to the drain by the plunger rod and clip assembly.
Grab a flashlight and locate the plunger rod and clip assembly.
The plunger rod is attached to the vertical metal strap with a metal clip.
Remove the clip to disconnect the plunger rod from the metal strap.
Place the pivot nut aside in a safe location with the metal clip.
Having a set area to keep these parts prevents problems or confusion when reinstalling the sink stopper.
After rinsing most of the gunk off the stopper, use soap to scrub away any remaining grime.
Rinse the stopper once more.
Put the bathroom sink stopper aside with the other parts of the sink stopper assembly and inspect the drain.
If there are problems with clogs or slow draining, this is a good opportunity to clean the drain.
scrub the Drain
A clogged drain can cause a lot of problems.
After removing the sink stopper,thoroughly clean the drain, even if it isnt clogged.
If you use a commercial drain cleaner, read and follow the directions provided by the manufacturer.
Finish the job by turning on the water to rinse away any excess cleaning solution.
Place it in the same hole that it was removed from to restore normal functionality.
Secure the connection with the metal clip.
Turn on the faucet and run some water to verify everything is working correctly and there arent any leaks.
