Siphons for kitchen sinks with overflow

Siphon for the kitchen is the main part in the drainage system. It is very important that he not only qualitatively removes dirty water from the sink, but also prevents sewer odors from entering the apartment. Another important function of this sewage system object is to protect the sink from overfilling, which is why it is so important to install siphons for kitchen sinks with overflow.

At the moment, plastic siphons are commonly used. They have several advantages.

1. Plastic is durable, it is not afraid of corrosion and decay.
2. It is easy, unlike metal, there is to install such a siphon, even on a thin-walled sink.
3. Plastic practically does not allow grease and dirt to settle on its surface, which prevents it from clogging.
4. Its price is quite democratic.

Of course, you can install a drain from brass or other metal, especially if the design of your kitchen implies this, but it will cost more and will last much less.

A siphon with overflow consists of a drainage corrugated pipe, a flask, an overflow, a drain hole that is attached to the sink, various gaskets and fasteners.

Drain constructions for kitchen sinks with overfill sink protection have two main types

1. Siphons flask with a modulation. They are equipped with an additional device attached to the side surface of the sink, and carry out an additional drain when the sink is filled above the maximum allowable volume. This is useful if your sink is clogged and water continues to flow.
2. Siphons flask with overflow and with an additional tap under the drain from the dishwasher or washing machine. It carries all the previous functions and additionally allows you to connect to the sewage system, such as a dishwasher, without additional taps in the sewer pipe.

You can also choose this drainage system for several washes. It is necessary if the sink in your kitchen has several bowls. A double siphon is usually equipped with only one overflow that is attached to the main sink, although some models have up to 6 drain holes.

For a sink in the kitchen, it is necessary to choose a drainage system with a large mouth, since the hole in the sink usually has increased dimensions, in addition, the distance from the siphon to the sewer pipe is usually also increased, so the corrugation should also be slightly longer.

Drainage for wastewater can be equipped with an outlet for washing. But it is not very aesthetic. Quality kitchen sinks are usually equipped with their exhaust designs with an adjustable valve, which make it possible to block the drain. This allows you to fill the sink with water, or partially reduce the volume of drain.

There are also siphons that have only a pipe outside, and starting from the flask, the whole structure hides in the wall. Such design of plum can be mounted on a sink with an open bottom. The price of such drainage systems is very high, they are used extremely rarely.

The outlet at the siphon can be round or square. But the first option is much more common.

Installation of the siphon start with its assembly.

Initially install all gaskets into place. Then start assembling the structure.The flask is put on, the outlet pipe is screwed, initially having thrown a threaded nut on it, and is screwed to the flask. Next, the corrugated tube is attached to the middle hole of the siphon.

Install the collected siphon on the sink is not difficult. To do this, it is necessary to put a gasket on the outlet of the siphon, place the exit grille on top of the sink, which comes with the siphon. If your sink is equipped with its own final design, then use it. To the outlet nozzle on the side surface of the sink is connected overflow drainage. Connect them from different sides of the sink with a special screw. The corrugated pipe is connected to the sewage system. Now you need to turn on the water and check all connections for leaks.

1. Once a week it is necessary to flush the drain with 4 liters of hot water, but not boiling water. This procedure will allow you to wash off all the accumulated fat and rid the kitchen of unpleasant odors.
2. Install an additional mesh on the outlet of the sink. It will prevent large debris from entering the sewer, thereby preventing clogging of the sewer pipe.You can install an electric dispenser, which will crush the waste that falls into the drain.
3. Clean the siphon flask once a month.
4. Sudden changes in water temperature can damage plastic and connecting gaskets, so it is impossible, after cold water, to sharply boil boiling water in the sink.
5. Do not wash greasy dishes with cold water, even if the hot ones are turned off, heat up in the kettle.
6. Modern cleaning products, especially those containing chlorine and acid, adversely affect both plastic and rubber gaskets, so their use should be limited. Vinegar, lemon, soda will help to clean the siphon, bring it to its original state.

The appearance of this attribute of the drainage system, of course, plays a role, especially if the siphon is not hidden from view, but still the technical characteristics here must come to the fore. Therefore, before buying, you need to consult with a specialist. Then he will serve a long time and will not bring you inconvenience.