You have finally made up your mind to give your bathroom a much-needed face-lift by installing a new bathtub. Sometimes the need for a new bathtub is out of necessity if it is cracked and old or even leaking which will cause damage to your home. At other times, the need for a new bathtub is merely the want of a better design or color, or just a need for a change in décor. No matter the reason, it is vital that you know the steps to take to properly install a bathtub.
The first thing you need to do before you can install your new tub is to make sure you have picked up everything you need. For example, you want to make sure you have measured the tub area, and then choose a bathtub that is just the right size. Buying a tub that is too wide or long will be cause for massive frustration and possible financial issues as well. Make sure you have all the pipes, fittings, screws, nails, and other necessities. Installing a bathtub correctly without all the proper materials is downright impossible. Therefore, the first step in bathtub installation is to ensure you have everything you need to get the job done right. If in doubt, ask for help at your local hardware store.
The most common mistake made by many homeowners while trying to replace the bathtub is the failure to turn off the water that feeds the bathroom, before disconnecting the existing pipes. Failure to do so will lead to a flooding of the area that can damage not only the floor but also the walls, leading to repairs which are even more expensive. It only makes sense that for you to avoid this type of water damage that you make sure to turn the water off before you begin.
Before installing the new bathtub to its chosen area it is important to make sure that you attach and tighten all the new pipes properly, as well as secure the bathtub supports. Once this is done, you will place the connections for the drain, while making sure that the trap is lower than the drain to enable the tub to drain properly. Then you will be ready to connect the hot and cold water lines to your new bathtub. Once these are secured with the nipple and caps you will then turn the water back on. You should check for any leaks of all drains and pipes and correct any possible problem before finishing with your installation of the tub.
Once you are sure there are no leaks whatsoever, you will finish the job by adding a tub surround. Sometimes these are included with the purchase of a new tub, or they can be purchased separately and you can always create your own by use of drywall or tiles that are water resistant. If you understand the precautions that must be taken, installing a new bathtub can be an easy project.
When buying your new tub, make sure to ask about all materials you will need to install it so you don't have to keep running back to the store. Being organized and having everything you need within reach, including installation instructions, will make your bathtub installation much easier.
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