Can I fix a leaking sink with chewing gum? Don't see why not. Any Experience?

[dance2trance]

The sink is leaking a bit where it meets the U bend. Thought I'd seal the gap with chewing gum. Then sterlise. Gunm dries rock hard and waterproof. Cheaper and quicker than putty. But are there any downsides? Thanks.

[sandyRoe]

It won't dry rock hard if it's in contact with water

[AlBags]

lol ... Doc's right. Should be plastic fittings? Probably a seal popped out of place. Get some the correct diameter for the pipework .. either 35 or 40mm and re-assemble with a bit of fairy on the seals.

[B00]

We once fixed a pottery horses ears in a holiday cottage with jam, so i dont see why not.

[AlBags]

Yep .. Doc

I install the odd Belfast Sink ... and the odd English Sink.
The old fashoined way was to use a piece of lead shaped to fit over the outlet, and use putty.
I use a little silicone.
I saw one recently that had been installed 8 years. The complete void inside for the overflow was filled completely with sealant! OF never worked. Bodger boys.

[ChuckFickens]

Aside from the general strangeness of the whole idea... I'm curious..

How and why were you planning on sterilising it?

[AlBags]

lol ..

I don't remember them .. I find them ... and have copied the method : )
Not that ruddy old mate : )