HOW TO REMOVE AND REPLACE A BATH TUB DRAIN STEP BY STEP Alex The Handyman 13.3K subscribers Subscribe. Plumbing expert Richard Trethewey shows a homeowner how to replace a bathtub drain when his old 1950s tub stops draining properly. Learn how to remove a bathtub drain through this guide.
From toe-touch to push-pull drains, replace your tub stopper properly and efficiently. πΏπ§ Leaky tub drain? Learn how to replace it with Richard Trethewey so you can keep your bathroom running smoothly! How to Remove a Tub Drain Remove the drain stopper first by identifying the type of drain plug.
Remove the stopper and use pliers or a drain removal tool to loosen the drain basket up. Lift the drain out by hand and clean away any old plumber's putty and gunk before installing your new drain. Review this guide to learn how to replace a tub drain and install a new one, no matter which type you have.
Items needed to remove and replace a modern screw in bath tub drain (not all drains are like this). A bathtub drain wrench or sometimes called a drain key. The new bathtub drain.
A long screwdriver, plumbers pliers (channel locks), a properly sized wrench to fit the body of the drain key, or really big channel locks (vice grips). Learn how to remove a tub drain easily with our step. How to replace a tub drain.
Replacement of a bathtub drain and overflow. Showing multiple methods on removing a tub drain, and the proper methods to reconnec. Step-by-step instructions on replacing a bathtub.
Includes: removing the drain, separating the tub from the wall, disposal, setting the new tub in place, and hooking up the drain.