Installing Freestanding Tub

Introduction

Installing freestanding tubs is an elegant addition to the bathroom of all sizes, styles, and designs. Setting up one such bathtub correctly ensures that it will last for a long time. However, doing so also requires a certain level of expertise and knowledge about bathtub installation. In this article, we discuss how to install a freestanding tub

Choosing a freestanding tub

The first step is picking a particular type of freestanding tub since there are different types out there. These are pedestal, clawfoot, and whirlpool. Each type offers a unique bathing experience. The clawfoot design, for example, offers a classic soaking experience that keeps you warm for hours. Modern styles offer whirlpool or jet features.

Installing a freestanding tub is highly flexible in terms of its installation place. Setting up a standard built-in tub, for example, requires two or more walls between where such a toilet is set up. Setting up a freestanding tub requires no additional wall. You can install one freestanding tub even beneath a window and enjoy natural lighting. The tub can also be made the main attraction of the bathroom by placing it at the center of the toilet.

Another great aspect of the freestanding tub is they have finished on all sides. This greatly facilitates the plumbers to set up this tub in any place in any direction.

However, replacing an existing tub with a freestanding tub requires rerouting your water pipes. And repositioning them can take a few days. So, your plumbers need to complete this re-routing task beforehand. However, when all the water pipes are in place, installing a freestanding tub then will be a breeze.

Besides tub what are the other tools you need to collect

• Level
• Blanket
• Cleaning Supplies
• Silicone
• Plumber’s Putty
• Caulk
• Damp Cloth

Floor preparation

Your bathroom floor is an important factor to set up a freestanding tub firmly. This is because most of these tubs are made of cast iron which is extremely heavy. However, freestanding tubs made of fiberglass are lighter. But, they do not use frequently due to their poor heat-retaining capacity unlike cast iron made freestanding tubs.

It is also important to understand the weight-bearing capacity of your bathroom floor before setting up a freestanding tub. A bathroom floor made of hardwood has definitely less weight holding capacity than a bathroom floor made of marble.

Another important thing you need to take into account is the tub filler. It is often the biggest expense during a tub installation. You must install a filler on the floor or in the ceiling. Regardless of the filter you prefer, it must be in place before the tub is installed.

The evenness of the bathroom floor is also a big matter. In no way, you can install a freestanding tub on an uneven floor.

If a tub is installed on a floor that is not level, the bathtub will be unsteady and will need to be replaced immediately. And, the replacement process will cause you additional work, money, and manpower. To avoid such hassle, you must check the condition of the bathroom floor before staring any plumbing work.

The installation process of a freestanding tub

• Choose a place inside your bathroom where you will install the tub. The most likely place will be at the center of your bathroom. But it could be at any place.
• Clear the area and make sure the place is even.
• Place the bathtub at your chosen place and lay a blanket next to it
• Move the bathtub to the blanket in such a way so that one side stays higher than another.
• Identify the drain hole area and clean it to remove dirt and debris
• Place some adhesive around the drain body and insert them through the drain hole.
• Place some putty which is a pliable substance used to make watertight seals around faucets and drains.on the washer and then glide it over the bottom of the drain body.
• Stiffen the washer to form a tight seal
• Finally, set up the drain part according to the manufacturer’s instructions.

Conclusion

Bathing in a freestanding tub is great relaxing. After a busy stressful working day what you need dearly is a relaxing shower to calm down your nerves to enjoy a sound sleep at night. The process we describe installing a freestanding tub is simple and easy to follow.