HOW TO REMOVE AND REPLACE A TUB DRAIN
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- Опубліковано 8 лют 2025
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During a bathtub update project I needed to remove an old white drain and overflow cover and replaced with a more updated brushed nickel version I purchased from Amazon. This project is approachable with little DIY experience and as long as your take your time and follow along you will have no issues.
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Scott, This is NOT a criticism, but merely a suggestion. At 4:58 as you are removing the overflow plate, I strongly encourage you to have a rag or piece of cloth stuffed into the drain. It's pretty easy and likely that one of the screws you are removing could drop unexpectedly and end up in the drain. Then, you'd have a new set of problems to deal with. Food for thought.... Thanks for all your GREAT videos.
I thought the same thing cause I have drop squeezed down the drain by not plugging it up before I learned the hard way
He finally said this at 7:40, long after the overflow screw has fallen in. 😂
Just moved and what I have learned is paying someone and going behind them to ensure correct isn’t worth it…learning so I can do it myself!!! Thanks very easy instructions and the tools are a game changer.
We renovated our vanity, putting in a new granite vanity top and the dumb faucet installer put grease with the consistency of Vaseline (probably came in the kit) under the faucet and handle flanges. The grease seeped into the granite. I tried every method to draw the grease out. Had I known what this bonehead did, I would have made Lowe's pull the whole vanity top and replace it. The manager briefly said this, but I still thought the stain was removable. I eventually minimized the stain with real talc and acetone mix after a plumber removed the faucet and cleaned away the grease. But this was 2-3 years of cleaning and not enjoying my new vanity. Ugh!
Thank you SO much! Your video gave me the confidence to do this myself and I saved my family $200 by avoiding a plumber.
Nice, that is exactly why we are here! Happy to help.
Had to laugh when you said “My gosh that’s gross!” Did not know I could change my bathtub drains. I thought the whole tub had to be removed, therefore the discolored drains have stayed. But now, I will attempt to do this myself. Thank you for saving me money.
Happy to help, best of luck on the update 👍
He didn't replace the drain; he replaced the stopper. Replacing the drain is a lot or work.
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Your idea to separate the larger diameter bushing and thread it in first was a game changer 👍🏼
what difference does that make?
This was the most helpful video. Thank you for the detail hands on step by step tutorial.
As one guy said, replace rubber gaskets too. Also, don't use those green scrub pads on fiberglass tubs. (Or sinks) They scratch the fiberglass.
Exactly, in most cases, the rubber gasket became hardened or cracked over many years of sitting underneath. And I prefer putting on 100% Silicone much better than plumber putty.
I liked the step by step instructions. Great job ! I guess at this point you need to replace the tub spout to have a diverter to go to the shower head.
And it doesn't match
Great video! Changed mine that was pitted and gunked up - the tool was definitely needed as it was on super tight!
After watching your video, you have inspired me. I am going to tackle this. Thank you.
You should have replaced the overflow part before you took out the tub drain so incase you lose a screw while replacing the drain cover it doesn't go down the open tub drain.
Good feedback, thanks for the help 👍
NP
That's why he put the paper towel in the open drain.
How to replace old bathtub fixtures, hot, cold and shower knobs and spout
Clear, easy to follow directions. Thank you!
I dropped something down the drain and figured out how to remove the bathtub drain basket.
I'm actually watching this video to learn the proper way to apply the plumber's putty when putting the drain basket back on (the part that you removed with the wrench) because I have no idea.
I haven't done this in years and I only did it one time.
I am 17 and I love fixing things I collect garbage disposals and ceiling fans and vintage appliances I have been doing it since I was 5
Hey Erick, why don’t you start a UA-cam channel about your projects? Sounds like it would be a good way to share what you have learned over the years.
Wow.
Garbage disposal collecting is pretty hip with the youth of today.
Thankyou so much didn’t realize you didn’t need that tall inside and can just replace the drain in tub
It looks like swamp thing came out of there! No wonder it was so clogged! I'm changing my drain today.
I don't usually get grossed out but that was close 🤢
Nice job. Very simple instructions. Thanks!
Hey Tom, happy to help!
He makes it so easy.
Happy to help!
There needs to be a hair catching drain thing so all the hair can be removed after every use
Well that was easy. Let me head over to Home Depot so we can get this party started.
I first thought you wrote "get this putty started."
Great video. I have learned so much
Great! Glad the video helped.
Perfect timing!
I need to change mine, and your video popped up!
Are all drains standard or do I have to measure?
TOP MARKS MATE. GREAT INFO. GREAT JOB 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽🔥🔥🔥🔥
Appreciate the kind words! 👍
Why didn’t you replace the old gasket?
Extra plumbers putty is also not garbage, put it back in the bin amd reuse later
Did you attempt to tighten the drain before you loosened it? Was there a reason for that?
Awesome help
Thanks!
So the first adapter you screwed into the tube was for a 1 3/8 '' drain correct. And if you have a 1 1/2" drain that first adapter would not be needed correct.
why not replace the gaskets/o rings?
...HaHa,nice to see a plumbing mod go sooooo easy and nicely.....
If only they all went this smooth 😂
Great video buddy
Thanks 👍
Thank you 😊
Excellent video.Anyone have a suggestion?My old linkage is stuck.I cannot seem to get it out of the tub.I don't want to break it off.Any ideas thank you
Nice tutorial , thanks so much !
You're welcome!
Very informative..presentation was great..Going to do mine now..Thanks
Those drain covers are so difficult when you have a hair clog. You have to take apart the entire drain mechanism so you can get a snake or a hair grabber tool down the hole. I've seen them broken on rental units because people couldn't get the water to go down & they couldn't get the stopper up or off to get in the drain hole to try to clear the clog. When it's broken, the stopper will no longer stay down to keep the water in the tub. They are awful when you have a clog, and if you have anyone with hair, living in your household, do not get this kind of tub stopper. They may look nice, but they will be a pain to work with when you have a clog. 🙃
What type is better for hair issue?
@@wadedog4280 Get a hair gripper/spiked drain cover that goes over the top of an open drain - during showers it will catch most of the hair. If using the tub, when you unplug it to drain, put the cover back on so it can catch hair.
Great how to video thank YOU !
I found that diverters and drain stops that are pull/push to open and close tend to eventually open or close partially by themselves. So now I use lever diverters and manual drain stops.
Great information
Thx!
Thanks for very the professional installation video!
Any time!
so how do you go about replacing the gasket under the tub if you need to?
perfect instructions. thanks
Good jobs
Thanks!
How do you remove rusted screws on that fixture above the drain?
GOOD job
Great video, thanks!
Question: my drain is all barnacled up from corrosion, harsh tub cleaners, etc.
I have a PVC pipe drain pipe under the plastic tub so is there a threaded PVC adapter that I would be unscrewing the metal drain from?
Hopefully this corroded metal drain will thread back out?
Thanks
Thanks a lot. I moved into a place where the stopper was broken in the tub. Awesome video!👍
Just to be clear...you can't replace that seal without removing the tub right?
Absolutely! Best of luck on the repair and the exact parts I used are linked in the video description.
Yes you can replace that seal 'without' removing the tub. Pull out the old seal gently with 'needle nose pliers'. Then work the new seal into place.
Thank you for the step by step instructions. Great video! However, yesterday, I had a big problem when I was replacing my bathtub drain. By the way, I live in the UK in a brand new flat. I removed the bathtub and once I tried to install a new one I realised that the main pipe connector under the bathtub was not there anymore to connect it (screw-in). This was due to the main pipe not being fixed and rather was left flexible moving around the floor. And the worst thing is that I cannot access under the bathtub as the side panel of the bathtub cannot be removed easily as it is fully fixed on the wall with tiles on it. If you have a solution for the situation please do let me know. Thank you.
Can the upper overflow. Stay in place when replaceing the bottom popup drain
Can the upper overflow
My new drain plug does not stay in up position, just lay
S over, is that correct with newer plugs?
Thank you for sharing your knowledge, nice video it helped me a lot.
Happy to help!
thanks for this video
Good video thanks
Great info thank you
Thanks for watching!
Trying to install this drain on an older Kohler tub. The inside of the drain flange the holds the tub against the drain pipe is not threaded, but is the size of the larger bushing on the new twist drain. I cannot find a tap large enough to first thread the old Kohler flange. Is it possible to use the twist drain with the larger brass bushing to act as a tap to thread the twist drain in?
How long for the putty to set? Can you use tub again after a couple hours? Only have one bathroom in the house and 3 teenagers, only so long we can go without a shower.
Plumbers putty doesn’t need to dry and actually it is made to stay pliable. Should be good to go without waiting.
Must the upper overflow be removed
My present drain cover has a flat surface. I’m unable to unscrew it. So I’m having to put a small washcloth under the lip of it to get water out of the bathtub. Is there a tool I can purchase to get it off with? Ty
Very good god pless you
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3:00 ... WOW!!!
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But how do you clean it? I have the old style drain like the one you replaced. Once every 6 - 8 weeks or so, I have to remove it to pull out the clog (hair & soap) and after doing this a few hundred times, some of the plastic components have broken. I have tried to find a replacement, but can't find one that is the same configuration. So, if I replace it with the pull & turn style like you have, that means I have to disconnect everything each time? And I didn't know about plumber's putty or the drain pull tool.
Plumbing question - I fixed a major leak replaced it with same galvanized fittings . Afterwards there was some low water flow at a few places which I mostly fixed by cleaning out the aereators ( tips ) of faucets / shower heads . But kitchen sink faucet has no tip but still low . What could be problem ? It seems far away from the line I worked on . My repair was further away from main ( meter ) and kitchen much closer to it
Millennials pay attention!!!!! You’re are the next wave of plumbing
Yeah Millennials and Gen Z have a lot to learn because finding a professional today is not easy or cheap if you don't plan on taking on some repairs around your house.
1964 drain how do you do it
Thank you
I've read that if you are replacing a bathtub drain some manufacturers prefer you use sealant over plumbers putty. Is there a reason for this? I'd rather use the putty but I do not want to go wrong.
Great video... but latex gloves is good to use when doing plumbing work.
that tool looks like a lightsaber
What do you do if that seal between the tub and the pipe is problematic? Mine leaks water through it, rendering the bathtub totally useless until fixed.
Hi! A plumber told me that there is an obstruction in the P Trap how can I get it out the drain is slow. The snake didn't do much. The house is about 50 years old. Thank you.
Depending on the clog, you might have luck with this amzn.to/39EBZsS. The clog dissolver can sometimes break up the clog enough where you can flush it with plenty of hot water after letting the dissolver sit for the recommended amount of time. If that doesn't work you might need to call in a pro.
@@EverydayHomeRepairs Thank you for the link. About 4 years ago I called a pro and he snaked it and didn't do much I think there may be a piece of metal from the buthtub mecanism stuck in there. The tub doesnt have a mecanism to open and close the drain any more. Probably I have to have the buth tub removed and replace the p trap but I am going to order that stuff from Amazon any way. Thanks again.
why you did not put the black ring seal instead of the dough?
I think it's for two reasons. 1, if the tub surface isn't perfectly smooth and flat, it may not seal correctly. 2, if it does leak there, it won't leak DOWN the drain, it will leak AROUND the drain. In other words, between the tub and the floor. The putty will guarantee a good seal and also seal between the drain and tub opening.
Looks good But if someone forgot to turn off the tape one day, What could happen?😂😂
Thanks
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The gasket is forgot
Does the tub drain comes in one size fits all or depends on which tub you have?
The drain pipe can be different sizes but the drain kit featured in this video Drain Kit: amzn.to/33vXt65 comes with the 2 most common sized of 1 3/8" and 1 1/2" . Best of luck on your project!
@@EverydayHomeRepairs So that is when the adapter is used or not used. Correct? Please answer. That was not mentioned in your video.
All that gunk in the drain, yet you replaced it with a drain that does not easily allow a strainer cover to be used?
What’s the black rubber washer u left on the tub for?
What oes hair have to do with anything ?
The hair clogs the drain and water stays in the bath tub dirty germy water
What's the link for amazon
Is it safe not to use any sealer between the drain pipe and the first part threaded as also between the first and second part installed? Just wondering if it could leak!
There is a rubber gasket/seal that goes between the drain pipe and tub, then putty between the tub and fitting. When threaded to maximum tightness it's as tight as a duck's arse.
That’s what I wondered. Other videos show plumbers tape AND plumbers putty.
What if the plunger breaks off when I'm trying to pull it out? How do I get it out of the pipe then? Mine fell in and now tub won't drain at all.
Yeah I was worried about that happening to me. How'd you fix it?
I currently have the lift and turn type drain. It's difficult to get anything in the drain to clean it out. Is there a way to disconnect the part that turns/lifts to have access to the drain?
Just place a shop vac over it.
Usually they thread into the strainer. Just turn it until it begins to drop down to close(as if to plug the tub), once halfway or more closed you should be able to turn it counterclockwise and unthread it. Sometimes you have to unscrew the part that you grab(handle?) From the rest of the top and it will reveal the top of the piece of brass that threads into the strainer. Grab the brass using channel locks and turn counterclockwise.
DO NOT DO THIS! I am a plumber (20 years) and never replace the tub drain like this. There is a gasket underneath the tub that has to be replaced and you need to see under the tub to make sure there are no leaks. This guy obviously is woefully naïve about what he is doing. I go on these calls and they leak a lot. Don’t do this!!!
What are you..an angry plumber? You really don't have to be so mean in making a comment. This guy is not a pro, he has stated this many times. Learn to give constructive criticism.
Htm Plmbr Thank you. I was wondering about that!
WHAT ABOUT IF YOUR TUB IS ON A SLAB AND YOU CANNOT GET UNDER IT, AND IT DONT HAVE THE ASSET DOOR?
I Agree, do not attempt this. You will most likely break the bathtub shoe. Especially if pipes are old.
In a two story house, that's just not possible.
Came here to see the gasket replacement, you didn't replace it 😂
Who decided that tub drains needed to have crosspieces? That is what catches all the hair and causes problems. It would have been better if they had put threads around the inside of the drain to accommodate inserts.
I study chemical technology I wish I studied plumbing buy a tool belt I unclogged my own bath tub drain I didn't know hair is amino acid plus Drano the base reaction disolves hair open drains the hair is gross but somebody got to do it
No trip drain no lever
No adjustment for the trip stopper all gone WOW that is more up to date
Have put your hand in the dirty water with lever on top you do not have that problem.
*Should be* some kind of *graphic* warning - trying to eat dinner 😅
Safety first use some gloves when you are doing this kind of work
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Those pop up drains are a no go for me due to the fact that you have to touch something that comes in contact with dirty water, piss, pubic hair, grease, dirt, bacteria viruses, spit, snot, blood, jizz, you name it, vs. the toggle lever that isn't exposed to that nasty stuff as much.
you didn’t check if the seal was brittle between the bottom and top because it had been used for several years. unprofessional work. what you showed me.. SORRY
Heres an observation that plays into a trending topic with generalization and should be considered as scientific fact!....
No gloves, a wristwatch, little concern (I'm probably exaggerating) towards scratching or damaging the tub with his tools, all lead me to the conclusion... that this guy is generation X!
Because we just dont give a fuu.... you know what? We do ... we give a little bit of a faak, but thats it!
And how much easier is it to turn your wrist a little to see what time it is than to reach into your pocket of your corduroy pants or tight jeans unlock your phone with the convenience of biometrics which may not even be in your pocket?....
GEN X RULES!
Oh yeah.... thanks. Helpful!
And another thing... hes probably NOT gen x. Generation Y probably. Oh, you dont hear much about them but they are highly influenced by GEN X! Which is why they are opressed BY THE GOVERNMENT!
I like to have fun...
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get AD BLOCKER. I never see them any more. At the most, I see a black screen for a second and then back to action
This drain with the screw is the stupidest invention. My screw is stripped and stuck...cannot remove it unless it's cut.
Very disappointed. You didn't replace your bath tub trip lever. Your new drain stopper is going to be much more trouble in the future.
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