Installing New Tub Drain

How to install a new bathtub placing the ledger board.

Installing new tub drain.

This video is a step by step instruction on how to replace a bathtub drain. Lay a thick ring of clear silicone caulk under the rim and screw it together following the tub manufacturer s instructions. The first step in installing a tub is to set in place a ledger board that supports the edges. A good way to avoid cross threading is to start tightening by hand first.

Fairly simple drain system. Insert the fitting into the bathtub drain opening making sure to center it. Make sure it s sitting flush with the tub and if necessary. After years of use the plastic and metal pop up stoppers on two of our tubs shattered.

We have the solutions. Remove the tub stopper from the new drain fitting. If you ve installed a lever style drain remove the overflow plate and linkage and twist the linkage rod s adjuster. Before installing the tub add the new drain shoe while it s still easy to get at figure b.

It s easier to install the drain and overflow pipes on the tub before it s permanently. If you can t find the problem on your own you might want. Then install the bathtub and anchor it to the wall studs as recommended by the manufacturer. Call a professional plumber now 1 844 600 0814 get free quotes do you want to remove your old bathtub an.

You can replace just this plate at your hardware store for a few dollars. Install the new tub drain fitting. If the seal isn t watertight inspect the drain flange. Mix a batch of.

Frozen drain levers are usually from the corroded bucket gate at the bottom. Here s how to replace a tub drain and install a new stopper. If you have to hold your drain lever down for the tub to drain it is more than likely the tension spring on the back of the overflow plate.