HOW TO INSTALL BATHTUB

NOOR ATIKAH BINTI YUSOF (03DPB10F2002)NOR SUHAILA BINTI AHAMAD (03DPB10F2005)

BATH TUB

A bath tub is a large container for

holding water in which a person may

bathe (take a bath). A bathtub is usually

placed in a bathroom either as a stand-

alone fixture or in conjunction with a

shower.

WAYS TO INSTALL BATH TUB

Installing a bathtub is not a job to be

undertaken lightly. If you're considering

replacing an existing tub, be sure you have

checked out your other options, such as

reglazing or adding a new bathtub liner. Both of

these options make use of the existing walls

and plumbing, and they don't require that you

physically remove the old tub.

Instructions

1. Gather together your materials. See "Things You'll

Need" below.

-Propane torch and soldering supplies

-Hacksaw

-Tube cutter

-Drill

-Galvanized nails and screws

-Level

-Wood strapping

-New bathtub

-Safety glasses

-PVC drain pipe, fittings, P-trap, and overflow pipe

-Hammer

-Copper supply pipe

-Tape measure

-Plastic shims

2. Frame the walls so that

the bathtub just fits into

the alcove, leaving a gap of

1/8 inch around the edge.

3. Install the rough-in

plumbing supply lines for

the faucet, risers and

showerhead

4. Slide the tub into place and

check for level. Use plastic shims

to level the tub (wooden ones are

more likely to rot over time). After

the tub is level, mark the top of the

tub's nailing flange on the studs

5. Determine the positioning of

the ledger boards. These boards

will attach directly to the wall

studs underneath the lip of the

tub and help to support it.

6. Install the P-trap and

drainpipe so that the top of the

P-trap is level with the floor and

will be centered underneath

the drainpipe from the tub.

7. Assemble the drain pipe and

overflow pipes and dry fit them to the

tub so you can measure the required

length to attach the drainpipe to the

P-trap. After measuring, cut them to

fit and attach them to the tub.

8. Install the ledger boards on

the previously determined

markings. Use galvanized nails

or screws to prevent any

rusting.

9. Slide the tub into place

and set it on the ledgers.

The drainpipe from the tub

should slide into the P-trap.

10. Fasten the tub in

position by nailing through

the flanges. Here again use

galvanized nails

11. Insert the drain plug

assembly through the

overflow opening, then

attach the cover plate for

the overflow.

12. Turn on the water and

test your plumbing and

drainage systems for leaks.

13. Have your installation

inspected.

14. Finish the walls and

install the showerhead,

faucet handles and tub

spout.

That all…THANKS.