Clean Up Excess Putty and Concluding Advice
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I HAVE SEEN THIS TOO MUCH!...NEW COUNTERTOP MISTAKE THAT IS EASY TO AVOID!!
What happens here
Once the plug is securely installed, return to the top of the countertop. Use your finger or a soft tool to gently scrape away any excess plumber's putty that has squeezed out from around the base of the plug. This creates a clean, finished appearance. The presenter then concludes by reiterating the core advice: always drill a 1 3/8-inch hole for any countertop accessory, ensuring versatility and preventing future remodeling headaches.
Goal: Finalize the installation by cleaning and reinforce the importance of standard hole sizes.
Tools and materials
- Damp Cloth N/A — Wiping away putty residue
- Fingers N/A — Scraping excess putty