How to remove a bathtub: step by step instructions

As a rule, the bathtub is dismantled during renovation work of the entire room or when replacing plumbing equipment. In any case, you will need step-by-step instructions on how to remove the bathtub so as not to damage the cladding elements, furniture and other plumbing fixtures in the bathroom, and to get the job done quickly and efficiently.

Preparatory stage and start of work

Despite the fact that during the dismantling process you will still generate debris, preliminary cleaning and preparation of the room is a mandatory step before starting work. If this is a comprehensive renovation, then nothing should remain in the room, even sinks and hoses. Experts recommend dismantling the bathtub wearing special clothing and protective equipment. You must be prepared for the fact that the work ahead will be quite soiled and dirty.

So, before you take it off old bath, you need to do the following:
Completely disconnect all communications in the bathroom: turn off all water supply taps.
Remove all bathroom fixtures and fittings. Even if they don't bother you, you still run the risk of getting them very dirty or hopelessly damaged.
Remove all furniture from the room: bedside tables, cabinets, etc.
Dismantle plumbing and sanitaryware.
Clear the room of anything that might interfere with work.

Quite often, dismantling a bathroom is directly related to major repairs, which involves removing tiles, tiles, peeling off paint and others facing materials. Everything is mostly done quite quickly, but it will take you at least a day.

We also advise you to inquire in advance whether your home provides a service for removing bulky waste. Otherwise, you will have to remove the old bathtub yourself, which can be quite difficult.

Let's start dismantling

When everything preparatory work done, you can proceed directly to dismantling:
The first step is to disconnect the drain pipe. If your plumbing has been standing since the time Soviet Union, then most likely the pipe is cast iron connected with a concrete solution. Naturally, this design is firmly fixed. The easiest way is to simply cut such pipes so as not to waste time. In any case, you are unlikely to use them in the future. But plastic pipes can simply be untwisted and put aside for the time of dismantling in another room.

Before removing the bathtub, disconnect the floor siphon and overflow pipe. The siphon is in most cases secured with a coupling bolt turned towards the drain grate. Just turn it in the opposite direction and unscrew it. After this, the siphon can be disconnected without any problems. It happens that the clamping nut is difficult to unscrew. If it does not give in and there is no need for its subsequent use, you can simply cut it with a hacksaw. Such nuts are made mainly from soft brass, therefore special effort not needed for cutting. If it is inconvenient to work with a hacksaw, you can use a chisel and a hammer. Just knock it down carefully, being careful not to damage the tub itself.

Now you need to make side cuts. They are made with inside drain grate so that the distance is sufficient to cut out a sector from the drain funnel. Its size should be no more than a quarter of the circle.
Next, carefully saw the circumference of the funnel. The most important thing is not to damage the enamel. But this is only important if you are reinstalling the bathtub. If not, you can work faster and without much care. Push what is ultimately left of the drain with the edges inward, bending it with a chisel and hammer. Now drain without problems will pass through drain hole in the bathroom and you can easily pull it out.

Disconnect the drain-overflow pipe and remove the outlet pipe from the sewer socket. To prevent water from dripping, the bell itself can be closed with a gag or simply wrapped with a piece of unnecessary fabric. If the bath was grounded, then the strip should be disconnected so that it does not interfere with operation. To do this, simply knock out a metal wedge with a hammer. Some of the tiles at the edges of the bathtub also often have to be removed.
Now you can free the bathtub from the cement adjacent to it. Again, if you no longer plan to use the tub, special care is not required. You can simply beat off pieces of cement. It is likely that it will fall off along with the enamel. However, if all the plumbing is to be installed back, you need to act carefully. The top layers of cement can be removed with the same chisel, but do this very carefully. Next you will have to work more subtly. You can use a knife, spatula or any other sharpened metal; all actions must be carried out extremely carefully. You can go over the top with sandpaper, but this also risks damaging the enamel, which will cause corrosion in the future. In any case, if the bathtub was fixed concrete mortar, then it is unlikely that you will be able to do all the work perfectly.
Features of dismantling different types bath

In general, the process is quite similar in all cases, however different weight implies certain features and causes some difficulties. Therefore, let's highlight key points process in each individual case.

Removing a cast iron bathtub. The problem is that reuse cast iron bathtubs usually not possible. Therefore, the main tool for dismantling will be a hammer, which will be used to break the bathtub.

Beating pieces of a cast iron bathtub is a labor-intensive and very noisy process. As a general matter, we recommend that you notify your neighbors that you will be carrying out repairs at a certain time in order to avoid complaints later.

Cast iron is a very heavy material, but at the same time quite fragile if you work with force. Beat the pieces of metal as small as possible so that you can put them in bags and take them out of the house. The advantage of breaking down a cast iron bathtub is that it eliminates the need to hire special equipment for removal. Pieces can even be loaded into a passenger car, taken to a landfill or sold for scrap.

If you don’t want to work with a heavy hammer for many hours, you can use a grinder with a special disk attachment. The pieces will be smoother and more convenient for removal.

Important! When working, use personal protective equipment: gloves, glasses, closed shoes.

About how to remove acrylic bath, special detailed instructions not required. It is quite light and fits through the doorway without any problems. It can also be cut and taken away without any problems.

It should be said that many people agree to pick up acrylic bathtubs, which will save you from additional hassle.

Dismantling a steel bathtub is almost identical in principle to dismantling a cast iron one. For sawing, it is enough to choose a strong circle and an angle grinder. But if the bathtub itself is small, weighs a little and fits easily into the doorway, then there is no need to saw it. You can even just take it outside. You can be sure that it will be taken away immediately.

Despite the general simplicity of the work, there are a number of nuances that must be taken into account in the work. Therefore, we bring to your attention a set of basic tips that will greatly simplify and speed up the process:
If light bath and fits through the doorway, do not saw it. Save own time and strength.
When you remove a bathroom from the room that you will be installing back after renovation, it is better to cover the corners with mounting film so as not to damage the enamel if you hit it against the corners of the opening, etc.
Be careful not to damage the parts from the fasteners. Try not to lose them. Without these elements, installing the bathtub again will be very problematic and it will not stand firmly. You'll have to go to the nearest hardware store and buy new ones.
We advise you to immediately replace all drain pipes during the repair. Even if they changed relatively recently. You can easily damage them, and after installation new plumbing The replacement process will be very complicated. The replacement will not greatly affect the cost of repair work, but will prevent additional expenditure of effort and time in the future.
We recommend treating pipe joints with high-quality sealant. It's more likely preventative measure, however, it will never be superfluous and will ensure a long service life.
Before removing the bathtub, it is best to remove the legs if possible. You'll most likely be placing it in another room, and the metal of the stands can cause serious damage to the finish. It would be safer to remove them and simply roll the bathtub on its side in a new place or prop it up against the wall.
When you lift the bathtub vertically, it can slide forward on the tiles. To prevent this, you can lay a regular rubber mat under it. This will provide excellent adhesion to the surface and greater safety in operation.
If one side is firmly attached to the wall, you can simply lift the opposite side and “drop” it onto the floor. But care should be taken to soften the blow: apply fabrics, rugs, etc. But if you live in an old house with weak floors, this method is strictly not recommended.

As you can see, the dismantling process itself is not complicated, but it does require significant effort and time. Therefore, soberly calculate your own time and energy. And only after the final repairs begin work.

Replacing an old bathtub is quite a labor-intensive task. The bath itself is a bulky item that requires careful and careful handling. In addition, plumbing installations often have to be done in cramped spaces, which makes the job more difficult. However, the final result is worth it - the updated bathtub will refresh the overall interior of the bathroom, making the room more functional and comfortable.

Replacing or restoring an old bathtub

A bathtub, like any other item, has its own service life - it is limited to 10-20 years. After this period, the central element of the bathroom requires replacement. However, when appearance When a traditional bathtub loses its attractiveness, many people first of all think about its restoration. So what to do: install new bath or give a “second life” to the old one?

There are several opinions on this matter. Restoring the bathtub will allow you to save a lot, but will not give any guarantee that after a couple of years (or maybe a couple of months) the appearance will not deteriorate. Buying a new bathing bowl will shake family budget and will demand additional expenses for bath installation. At the same time complete replacement has a number of significant advantages:

• the ability to completely change the interior of the bathroom;
• improving the functionality of the room - you can choose a modern model of compact size and exclusive shape;
• replacing a bathtub is an excellent chance (if necessary) to replace the old ones water pipes and update the faucet.

If possible, it is better to replace the bathtub. At the same time, it is important to do right choice and buy a high-quality model that will optimally fit the size of the room and will last for a long time.

How to choose a new replacement bathtub

Each type of bathtub has pros and cons, which you need to understand before going to the store. It is necessary to determine three criteria for the optimal bath:

A few words about the material of manufacture:

Steel baths They have a low cost; many sellers classify them as “economy class”. However low price- not the only advantage of a steel bowl. Positive features:

• relative lightness of the product - steel baths weigh less than cast iron, but heavier than acrylic ones;
• by appearance steel bath practically no different from its cast iron counterparts.

Disadvantages of steel models:

• poor thermal insulation - water cools down very quickly;
• low level of noise insulation - loud sound is created during typing; some manufacturers offer a solution to the problem - installing a rubberized gasket on the bottom of the bathtub;
• yellowish deposits from dirty water on the walls of the bath.

Cast iron baths- “classic of the genre.” Soviet cast iron bathtubs gained their popularity due to their high quality workmanship. Of course, the design of the models leaves much to be desired. The main advantages of cast iron plumbing:

• strength and durability - the material is resistant to corrosion and mechanical stress;
• high thermal insulation maintains water temperature for a long time;
• stability - cast iron bathtubs do not move away from the wall after installation - this quality makes laying tiles easier.

Disadvantages of cast iron models:

• a small selection of shapes - cast iron bathtubs are mostly rectangular;
• high weight - even lightweight modern bath will weigh from 120 kg - this parameter is especially important for residents of the upper floors if the house does not have a freight elevator.

Acrylic bathtubs require special attention when choosing. In essence, acrylic models are plastic bowls reinforced with reinforcement. The composition is used as reinforcement epoxy resin and fiberglass. Some manufacturers strengthen the base of the acrylic bathtub metal mesh. The thickness of the reinforcement determines the quality of the bath. The price of acrylic products ranges from 8,500 rubles. and higher.

The advantages of acrylic bathtubs include:

• environmental friendliness and hygiene of the manufacturing material;
• ease of care - just wipe the surface with a soft cloth;
• scratches and minor cracks can be restored;
• good thermal insulation - water cools by 1°C in 30 minutes;
• ease of installation and lightness of design;
• high decorative qualities- acrylic bathtubs are produced unusual shapes and colors.

Advice. When purchasing acrylic models, you need to look at the edge of the bathtub side and determine the number of reinforcing layers. Acrylic container high quality makes a dull sound when tapped

Choosing a bathroom trim

In addition to choosing a bathroom, you will also need to purchase a trim kit. When choosing, pay attention to two main criteria:

• material of manufacture;
• design features.

The harness is made from two materials: plastic and metal.

Distinctive features of plastic strapping:

• resistance to most chemicals;
• versatility - suitable for different types of bathrooms;
• affordable price;
• ease of installation.

Metal strapping (polished stainless steel, copper and brass) has some disadvantages:

• installation difficulties associated with precise “fitting” of system elements;
• quick filling of pipes with grease and dirt;
• high cost.

According to the design differences there are:

The usual universal design is more reliable and durable. Replacing the bathtub trim yourself is not difficult - the device has a minimum of elements.

Replacing a bathtub with your own hands: step-by-step instructions

Removing an old bathtub

You may need help removing a cast iron bathtub. The process of “uprooting” the old specimen is not difficult, but the bathtub is very heavy and you won’t be able to remove it yourself.

Before work you should prepare some tools:

• plumbing key;
• hammer;
• chisel;
• screwdriver;
• slice;
• pliers.

It is necessary to disconnect the water outlet hose, which communicates with the sewer through a siphon. The next step is to remove the taps and water supply mixer. Outdated walled up siphons will have to be “uprooted”, and the sewer system will have to be completely replaced with a new plastic one.

Important! If a grounding wire is connected to the foot of the bathtub, then it must be left - this will protect the work washing machine and other electrical appliances

Preparing for replacement

After old bath removed, you should prepare a place for installing a new model. Optimal solution- installation of a new floor. Remains of old coating, cracks in concrete, brick chips, particles old paint and endless dust will constantly remind you of yourself if a complete floor repair is not carried out in a timely manner.

On at this stage It is important to resolve the issue of replacing pipes in the bathroom. It is better to remove old worn pipeline channels and install new plastic pipes.

Replacing pipes in the bathroom

Important! The authority to replace the central risers in the house is assigned to employees of housing and communal services; arrangement of internal pipe distribution is the concern of the apartment owners. In the event of an accident, all responsibility falls on the party that carried out the repairs.

The main stages of replacing pipes in the bathroom with your own hands:

1. Trimming an old pipeline with a grinder. Possible difficulties during dismantling:
   • you will have to contact the utility company to turn off the water through the riser;
   • insertion into the central sewer riser - it is quite difficult to disconnect the caulked connection without damaging the central drain; Even a minor crack in a pipe can lead to an emergency.
2. Installation internal sewerage. The individual elements of the system are connected to each other, the joints are sealed with rubber gaskets. At this stage, it is important to correctly install the sockets of the drain pipes. When laying sewerage, a slope is laid - about 5 mm per linear meter.
3. Installation plastic pipes water supply. To work, you will need specialized equipment: pipe scissors, a soldering iron polypropylene pipes. Experienced craftsmen perform hidden wiring pipeline. As a result, the appearance of the bathroom does not deteriorate, only the chrome elements are visible plumbing system. With this installation, it is necessary to punch deep grooves with a diameter of about 50 mm (a pipe covered in a heat-insulating cover).

Additional nuances and subtleties of installing pipes in the bathroom:

1. It is advisable to equip each water intake point with an instrument tap. This provides additional ease of use and increases protection against possible abrasions.
2. It is important to take care of the quality of water and install a coarse filter. It is installed after the water tap that cuts off the riser.
3. Sometimes it is necessary to install a pressure reducer that controls the level of water flow.
4. After the reducer and filter, a water meter must be installed.

Installation work

After connecting the sewer and supply pipes, you can bring in a new bathtub. The plumbing fixtures are installed in such a way that a slight slope remains for unhindered drainage of water after bathing.

The legs are height adjustable. At the same time, you should not reduce the height of the stands - this is convenient during use, but if necessary, replacing the siphon seals will be problematic. In addition, if a leak occurs, it is difficult to carry out renovation work under the most important nodes.

Bathtub piping

Installing the overflow and drain necks is done in approximately the same way. Both parts consist of four parts: faceplate, neck, gasket and screw.

Replacing a bathroom drain with your own hands occurs in the following sequence:

1. Check that the piping is complete and that all tubes and gaskets are present.
2. Clean the surface of the bathtub where the siphon is installed.
3. Check the neck for burrs. If present, remove them sandpaper, file or knife.
4. Place a gasket into the neck and press it tightly to the bathtub.
5. Pass a screw through the center of the front cover and insert it with reverse side tub into the neck and tighten with a wide screwdriver.
6. Connect the overflow and drain necks with a corrugated hose. To do this, put nuts on the straight ends of the corrugation and pull the cone gaskets with the wide side towards the nut. Tighten by hand. In some fittings, the corrugation is connected to the overflow without a nut - it is pulled onto the fitting.
7. Connect the siphon using a plastic union nut. Be sure to install a rubber gasket.
8. Connect the pipe.

Replacing a bathtub with your own hands: video

Replacing a bathroom faucet with your own hands

What requirements must a high-quality mixer meet?

1. Product weight. A reliable and durable faucet has a large mass - the thickness of the metal largely determines the service life of the plumbing fixtures.
2. Mixers are made from silumin (an alloy of silicon and aluminum) or brass. Products made from silumin are cheaper, but they are not highly durable. Brass taps have a presentable appearance and are virtually non-corrosive.
3. Mixer parameters. It is important to take into account the length of the water supply tube and decide on the type of control - tap or lever.

The sequence of replacing a faucet in the bathroom with your own hands:

1. Turn off and drain the water, remove the old mixer.
2. Clean the fittings on the wall side from paint residues and old winding.
3. Check the contents of the new mixer. The set should contain: the main unit, shower hose and watering can, gander, decorative lampshades, gaskets, eccentrics.
4. Wrap the eccentrics with fum tape and insert them into the fittings.
5. Fit the main block to the installed eccentrics. Remove the block and screw the decorative platforms onto the eccentrics so that they fit snugly against the wall.
6. Finally screw the block on and check the functionality of the mixer.

Replacing enamel in an old bathtub

If you decide to restore your bathroom, you can use one of the following methods.

Preparation of putty composition for enamel surfaces:

• calcined borax - 40 g;
• kaolin - 225 g;
• powdered sodium silica - 30 g;
• slaked lime - 20 g;
• powder glass - 20 g;
• fine ground ruffled - 60 g;
• water - about 100-125 ml.

Mix all substances in a porcelain container until smooth. Clean the enamel surface, degrease and treat with putty. Leave to dry for 48 hours.

To restore the enamel coating, a whole line of special varnishes and enamels has been developed:

• Tikkurila Reaflex 50 - epoxy paint, used for painting bathtubs and concrete swimming pools;
• Epoxin 51 - enamels with different dyes, application with a brush;
• Aquacolor - a set of products for the restoration of bathtubs; Repairing chips extends the service life of plumbing fixtures by 5 years.

The procedure for restoring an enamel coating:

1. Wet clean and dust the bathroom. Remove rugs, towels and other textiles from the room.
2. Treat the surface of the bathtub detergent, clean with an abrasive - an emery stone, a drill with a special attachment or a grinder with a grinding wheel.
3. Repeat degreasing the bath and rinse with plenty of hot water.
4. Remove the overflow and siphon and treat the surface underneath - degrease and rinse.
5. Apply acrylic enamel along the entire perimeter, starting from the top of the bathtub and the sides.
6. Leave the bath until completely dry - about 70 minutes (the time depends on the air temperature in the room).

Today, bathtubs made from lighter materials with excellent strength properties have appeared on the market. During the replacement process, you will need to dismantle the old bathtub.

Dismantling "piece by piece"

The removed bathtub must be taken out of the room, but this is not always possible to do through a narrow doorway. The problem of dismantling can only be solved by cutting the bathtub into pieces. About this in our video.

Replacing with an acrylic bathtub

The old bathtub has been successfully dismantled, preparatory work has been carried out and the time for installation has arrived new bath. You can install a new cast iron or metal bathtub. It’s just that acrylic bathtubs are in demand among most consumers today. Therefore, we recommend watching a video about replacing a bathtub with your own hands with a modern acrylic model.

Restoration instead of replacement

If you don't want to remove your old bathtub and install a new one, check out next video. You can make a snow-white one from an old ugly bathtub smooth surface bath For this you will need high-quality cleaning old product from dirt and grease. Roughen the cleaned surface with sandpaper, remove sanding dust with a vacuum cleaner and rinse with water. Close all openings. After which you can start restoration.

You can replace your bathtub yourself by simply installing an acrylic liner into the old one. This replacement method allows you to extend the life of old plumbing by another 15 years without dismantling. Watch the video to learn how to properly install the liner.

A competent replacement of the bathtub in the apartment will be carried out experienced craftsmen the city of Moscow, registered to Yuda. Our plumbers have at their disposal necessary equipment for high-quality completion of the task. The craftsmen will arrive at a time convenient for you and will be able to carefully replace your bathtub in Moscow.

What do the services of master plumbers include?

The master plumber determines the scope of repair work and names the cost of installing a new bathtub in the apartment. The formation of the amount is influenced by the complexity of installing the equipment and the prices of the materials used. The cost of new plumbing is taken into account and consumables, including silicone sealant, polyurethane foam, plastic decorative elements.

After this, the specialist performs the following work:

• dismantling broken bathroom equipment
• leveling the surface on which the bathtub will be installed
• bath installation

Additional turnkey bath replacement work includes:

• installation of purifying water filters
• installation of taps and mixers in bathrooms
• installation of plastic borders
• treating seams with silicone sealant
• fastening decorative plastic panels and screen

Yuda specialists install different baths: steel, acrylic, cast iron, metal, hydromassage. Each has its own advantages and disadvantages. So, cast iron bathtubs are very durable, but expensive. In addition, due to their heavy weight, they are difficult to install. Acrylic bathtubs, on the contrary, are inexpensive and easy to install, but wear out quickly.

A specialist will install new equipment in a few hours. If you need to change sewer pipes, filters for water purification or connecting the bathtub to the sewer, the plumber will do this work too.

How much does it cost to work with private plumbers?

Experienced specialists will be able to change bathroom equipment on a turnkey basis at a competitive price, without you having to deal with unnecessary chores. You approve the project at the first stage, and at the end you accept the result. Everything else, including purchasing new technology, consumables, filters, installation and dismantling of equipment will be undertaken by a plumber. If necessary, he will help you decide on the type of bathtub (cast iron, metal, steel, etc.).

Prices for bathroom renovations consist of several components:

• cost of equipment and consumables
• price for delivery of a new bathtub
• cost of work to prepare the site for installation work
• cost of plumbing installation and finishing

You can find approximate prices for plumbing services in the price list on the Yudu website. To find out how much it costs to change a bathtub in your case, contact the contractor via internal chat.

Advantages of ordering plumbing services on YouDo

To install equipment in the bathroom, craftsmen use only quality materials trusted manufacturers. At the end of the process, specialists check the serviceability of the installed equipment.

By turning to our performers for help, you will appreciate the benefits:

• negotiated price
• individual approach to problem solving
• high quality of services
• saving your time and money

All Yudu performers are verified, so do not doubt their reliability. Contact a master plumber for help at any time. The specialist will arrive at the specified point in Moscow when it is convenient for you.

On Yuda you can order professional services from private craftsmen or specialists from specialized companies. Discuss the amount it will cost you to replace the bathtub with the selected specialist when agreeing on the application.

Replacing a bathroom with your own hands is quite a labor-intensive process. Therefore, an assistant is required during installation. When installing a plumbing system, you need to be careful and careful, since installation is done almost by touch.

Choosing a bath

A cast iron bathtub is reliable and durable. The disadvantages of a cast iron bathtub are that the bathtub is heavy and it is very difficult to install such a bathtub. Also cast iron bath It takes a long time to heat up and releases heat quickly.

Steel bath – The strength is the same as a cast iron bathtub, but it is lighter. It warms up quickly, but just like a cast iron bathtub, it quickly releases heat. The enamel may chip from impacts. The installation of such a bathtub is simple - the legs are inserted into special grooves, fixed with metal wedges, the bathtub is attached to the legs - and that’s it, the assembly is ready.

Steel bath

— Acrylic bath– lightweight, with a variety of designs. Heats up quickly and retains heat for a long time, because... Plastic does not conduct heat well. An acrylic bathtub is easy to install using a special fastening system. The disadvantage of an acrylic bathtub is its sensitivity to mechanical damage and aggressive detergents.

Acrylic bath

Required tools and materials:

1. — Rule;
2. — Fork key;
3. — Rubber hammer;
4. — Screwdriver;
5. — Pliers;
6. — Chisel;
7. — Crowbar;
8. — Silicone sealant;
9. — “rag” electrical tape;
10. — Polyurethane foam.

Removing an old bathtub

During dismantling, it may be difficult to disconnect the old cast iron drain; it must be cut out. The plastic drain breaks, the legs are knocked out, the bathtub must be tilted and removed. The sewer pipe needs to be cleaned and wiped, a corrugation is installed there, all joints must be coated with sealant.

Video: how to dismantle an old bathtub

Installing a new bath

Before installation, it is necessary to prepare a solid, level base. If during dismantling flooring damaged - the floor needs to be leveled. Done if necessary cement screed and the tiles are laid.

Features of installing a cast iron bath

Due to its heavy weight, a cast iron bathtub requires support in the form of legs that are attached to the bottom of the bathtub. The legs of modern cast iron bathtubs are fixed threaded connection and a nut. The height of the legs can be adjusted using a wrench.

Installation of siphon and overflow

After the bathtub is installed, it is necessary to install a siphon and overflow. The siphon is assembled from the parts included in the kit, after which it is installed in the drain and secured with a nut. The overflow tube is attached to the overflow, also using a nut. The siphon is connected to the sewer riser using rubber cuff. The corrugated siphon pipe is formed in such a way that the possibility of blockages is eliminated; bending should be minimal.

Video: assembly and installation of a bath siphon

Installation of an acrylic bathtub

The difference between an acrylic bathtub and a steel and cast iron bathtub is that an acrylic bathtub is lightweight. The bathtub body is less durable and can easily be damaged during installation.

Therefore, acrylic bathtubs are installed on a rigid frame. To install the frame to the bottom of the bathtub, mark the attachment points to the bottom with self-tapping screws. Holes are carefully drilled in these places. The required depth of the holes is indicated in the documents for the bathtub.

Video: installation of an acrylic bathtub

After the holes are drilled, the support rails are secured to the bottom with self-tapping screws. In order for the bathtub to stand more securely and firmly, it must be attached to the walls using special fasteners.

The bathtub is installed on the brackets, the height of the legs is adjusted, and the seams between the bathtub and the walls are sealed.

Checking the work done

Replacing a bathtub yourself is not a difficult process even for those who have never encountered such work; the main thing is to take into account all the intricacies of installing bathtubs from different materials.