Sink Waste Bathroom Plug Pop Up Chrome Easy Push Button Click Clack Kitchen Sink Plug

A pop-up waste usually operates via a lever or rod behind the sink, which lifts or lowers the plug. A click-clack waste (also called push-button waste or sprung waste) instead uses a button on top of the plug—press once to close, and press again to open. Click-clacks tend to look cleaner since there are no external levers.

Use a slotted waste if your sink has an overflow feature (small holes near the rim to prevent overfill). The slots let the overflow water drain safely even when the plug is closed. Use an unslotted waste fitting for basins that do not have an overflow feature. Using the wrong type may cause water pooling or overflow issues.

Most standard UK bathroom and kitchen sinks use a 1¼-inch (approx. 32 mm) waste outlet. Ensure your plug’s connection size matches that, and check the sinkhole (flange) diameter is sufficient. Always verify whether it's slotted/unslotted and the thickness of the sink material.

Common culprits include buildup of limescale, soap scum, hair or dirt inside the mechanism, a worn or weakened spring, or misalignment of moving parts. To fix, remove the top cap, clean all the parts, check seals and springs, and lubricate if needed. If severely damaged, replacement may be required.

Please unscrew and remove the old waste from beneath the sink. Clean the sinkhole and seal surfaces. Insert the new waste plug (with proper G1¼″ thread) into the sink from above, and apply plumber’s putty or silicone under the flange for a watertight seal. Tighten the body under the sink and attach the tailpiece to your waste pipe. Test the stopper by pressing it to close/open. Check for leaks.

Clean regularly with a soft cloth & mild soap—avoid abrasive cleansers that can scratch chrome. Remove the cap and clean inside periodically to prevent buildup that interferes with movement. Use a limescale remover if in a hard water area. Lubricate moving parts lightly if needed. If chrome plating begins to peel or degrade, consider replacing the plug rather than repairing it.