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Old 01-11-2024, 07:15 AM
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Originally Posted by Blackbird45 View Post
I'm not handy, but I sent for a replacement kit from Amazon, they sent me a replacement kit with a little plastic tool and a number of filters of different sizes. Once I found the size, I needed I replaced it within minutes and now just order the aerators I need for the bathroom and kitchen faucets. What I did find even though I have an expensive water filter for the whole house and my aerators do not get cloaked they do seem to get dirty. Call me delicate, but I don't want to be drinking that dirt water, so I change these aerators occasionally need it or not.
The plastic tool is fine as long as the aerator is not stuck. You can buy a set of 4 different sizes from Lowes. But, if the aerator is stuck, the plastic tool doesn't provide enough torque to unscrew the aerator.