Moen 1225 Brass Faucet Cartridge Replacement 🚰 Kit: Transform Your Kitchen and Bathroom Faucets with Ease Review

This is exactly what I needed. I have one of those old traditional bathtub handles that turns on when you pull it straight out and then gets hotter in one direction and colder in the other. It is very easy to install. First remove the cover with a flathead screwdriver or knife blade. Then loosen the screw under the cover. At this point you can remove the handle. They then remove a small piece of metal around the visible piece of brass that the screw has penetrated. You can remove the metal…

The two cartridges I received were original Moen brand cartridges. They were identical in every respect to what was in the existing crane. The cartridges were individually packaged in commercial blister packs that were relatively easy to tear. (Some blister packs appear to be intentionally difficult to open. They are not.) Each cartridge came with a white plastic alignment tool to ensure the cartridge is properly aligned before reassembling the faucet parts. Note 1. This cartridge does not come

I wish I had had the courage to replace the original Moen 1225 valve a few months ago when I knew it was nearing the end of its life at around 28 years old. I also wish I wasn't so involved in the process so I had photos to explain some of the tips. Watch a YouTube video about this valve and pay attention to EVERY detail. Plumbers know.2. If your original valve is as old as mine, buy a removal tool (I bought the Danco version here for less than $10). First, turn off the water and run all…

The cartridge did a great job fixing my "sticky" kitchen sink faucet. This is the second time in ten years since this faucet was new that I have had to replace the valve. The tools you will need are flat and Phillips screwdrivers, a set of hex keys, channel locks and possibly needle nose pliers. Consider purchasing valve lube, rubber o-rings, a spare U-clip and a valve removal tool - you may need them if you rip something, and it's not expensive to have on hand and you don't have to rush then…