Dripping tap - washer change
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cotswoldmark
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Dripping tap - washer change

by cotswoldmark » Mon Aug 10, 2026 11:19 am

Hi All - I thought this was going to be an easy, quick job. We've a dripping tap in our WC. I'm therefore looking to change the washer.
I've been able to disassemble most of the tap, but cannot get to the valve that houses the washer (I assume).
I'm trying an anti-clockwise unscrew, but it's not budging, even with some force.
Can you advise if I am actually doing this right?
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Mr White
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Re: Dripping tap - washer change

by Mr White » Wed Aug 26, 2026 3:40 pm

Try a "box spanner" as it grips all sides at the same time, also try going the other way just a tiny bit.

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