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Step 2Building the Base
The spacing of the supply hookups on a normal faucet is 4 . You want to ensure that the pipes go through the existing holes in your sink.
Begin by using the combination square to draw two lines at 2 from each side of the 8 board. Then mark the half way point of each line. Use these points to center ý holes. Once these holes have been drilled use a hand saw to cut from the end of the board into the hole.
Mark 4 spots on the edge of the board in equal locations 3/8 from the edge and in the center. At each of these locations drill a hole that is large enough for the shaft of the bolt. A larger hole will provide more leeway and will be helpful in ensuring that the two holes line up. A drill press will be very helpful in this step but a hand drill and a steady hand will also work.
Once the holes are drilled push the bolts all the way through, attach the nuts, but do not tighten them yet.
As the base will often be exposed to water sealing and painting will help prevent decay and increase the life span of your faucet.
Begin by using the combination square to draw two lines at 2 from each side of the 8 board. Then mark the half way point of each line. Use these points to center ý holes. Once these holes have been drilled use a hand saw to cut from the end of the board into the hole.
Mark 4 spots on the edge of the board in equal locations 3/8 from the edge and in the center. At each of these locations drill a hole that is large enough for the shaft of the bolt. A larger hole will provide more leeway and will be helpful in ensuring that the two holes line up. A drill press will be very helpful in this step but a hand drill and a steady hand will also work.
Once the holes are drilled push the bolts all the way through, attach the nuts, but do not tighten them yet.
As the base will often be exposed to water sealing and painting will help prevent decay and increase the life span of your faucet.
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