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Bathtubs may be either built into a three-wall alcove or freestanding. Built-in tubs range from familiar tub/shower combinations to ultra-modern, computerized whirlpool tubs that automatically deliver and maintain a given water temperature.
Freestanding tubs come in many styles, too, from classic claw-footed tubs to elegantly sleek, jetted models. |
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The best bathtubs are made from enameled cast iron. Though they’re incredibly heavy, particularly in large sizes, cast-iron tubs have deep, durable finishes.
Tubs made from fiberglass-reinforced acrylic are also good, and, because they’re lighter and more easily molded, they tend to come in larger, more intricate styles than cast-iron types.
Some tubs are also made of fiberglass, but these tend to fade in direct sunlight and scratch a little too easily. |
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The conventional length of a bathtub is 5 feet, but tubs are made up to 7 feet long. A wide range of widths and depths is available.
Bathtub parts and how they work
Bathtub drains have two legs, one to the main drain opening and the other to the overflow drain opening. To close and open the drain, two different assemblies are common: pop-up and plunger-type. Both are operated by a trip lever at the overflow drain.
With a pop-up drain, linkage forces the drain stopper up or down by way of a rocker arm. With the plunger type, a hollow brass plunger slides up and down inside the drain assembly to seal the drain opening.
Bathtubs are available in many styles including classic claw-footed, sleek, jetted models, freestanding, modern computerized bathtubs etc. |
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- Most bathtubs are made from enameled cast iron. Other material used to make bathtubs include fiberglass-reinforced acrylic, fiberglass, and porcelain.
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The conventional length of a bathtub is 5 feet but they can also be custom made in terms of material, length and depth depending on your requirement.
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How Bathtubs Work
Freestanding bathtubs are most common. A freestanding bathtub installed in the corner of a bathroom creates a good illusion. How it works basically depends on its design and plumbing.
Bathtub drains have two legs, one to the main drain opening and the other to the overflow drain opening. Two different assemblies- pop-up and plunger-type are used to close and open the drain. These are operated by a trip lever.
Freestanding bathtub plumbing works the same as any regular bathtub plumbing. It has a drain in the front, joining to the drain pipe adjacent to the hot and cold water pipes that stop at the tub or it can even continue up for shower. |
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How a Sink or Drain Pop-up Works
Pop-up stoppers move up and down to open or close drains in sinks and tubs. Although the stoppers in sinks and baths look similar from the outside, the mechanisms hidden within the drains are somewhat different.
You raise and lowersink pop-ups with a knob usually located near a faucet handle. The knob is actually the head of a lift rod fastened to a clevis, a connecting bar. The clevis connects to a pivot rod and ball assembly, that is, a rod that runs through a rubber pivot ball and slopes slightly uphill to the tailpiece of the stopper.
Pushing the knob and the lift rod down causes the pivot rod to push the stopper up; pulling the knob causes the pivot rod to pull the stopper down. If you want to remove the assembly you may be able to pull it right out. You may have to twist it, however, to unhook it from the clevis.
You raise and lower tub pop-ups with a lever at the tub's overflow plate. The lever operates a lift linkage that pulls on a spring. The spring pulls a rocker arm that raises and lowers the stopper. It is usually very simple to pull out the stopper and rocker arm linkage |
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Clogged Bathtub Drain A blocked or clogged drain is a pain, but it doesn't mean that you need to call a plumber. Most clogged drains can be easily cleared by using things that are around the house or just a few inexpensive tools.
All drains have a similar construction. At the bottom of the drainpipe is a curved section of pipe called a trap. Under sinks this trap is shaped like an "U", while most bathtubs have a slightly different shaped trap called a "P" trap, since it's shaped like the letter "P". The curves in the trap are there to "trap" some water in the drain line, and prevent sewer gases from coming up the pipe and smelling up the house. Over time, however, the traps will sometimes get blocked with things like cooking grease or food particles (in kitchen drains) or hair and soap scum (in bathroom sinks). |
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- Slow running drains are partially blocked, and drains that don't drain at all are obviously totally blocked.
- But there is no surprises Mr Drain Plumbers® are always available 24-Hours 7 Days a week to clean any clogged bathtub drain.
- Your local plumber is only 45 minutes away. Call today to schedule an appointment.
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Purposes
- The way a tub drain is made is important to the function of the tub. It is made from metal so that it is durable and covered with enamel paint so it is also water-resistant and rust-proof. A drain may seem like a simple hole in a tub, but a tub drain has several important purposes. It lets out water, holds water in and filters water so that pipes don't clog. These three functions make a simple drain a very important part of your bath time.
Drain
- Water drains from a tub with the help of gravity. The water is pushed by gravity to the lowest point. When the drain is unobstructed, the lowest point is the (Pipes put link ) below the tub. So, the water is forced into the pipes, draining the tub.
Plug
- 3. To hold the water, the drain is covered by a plug. The plug is usually rubber and fits snuggly into the drain hole. The weight of the water forces the plug deeper into the drain, creating a water tight seal.
Filter
- Most tub drains are equipped with a metal mesh installed a couple inches down inside the drain. This mesh filters hair and large objects so that they do not clog the pipes.
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| Keeping Connected with the Technology: At Mr Drain Plumbing ® we stay at the peak where the technology plays a very important role in our daily life. Whether it’s a very ordinary single handle faucet or a touch screen electronic faucet we know when and how to make your dream come true with a faucet of tomorrows touch. Like other latest electronics in your kitchen we at Mr Drain Plumbing ® are proud to say that we can get your Tub matched with any electronic appliance in your kitchen like your touch screen refrigerator, a touch screen stove or a blue lighted hood or in your bath room at Mr Drain Plumbing ® we keep your Tub up dated. Call your local Mr Drain Plumber ® today and ask the touch screen faucets we carry. We promise for your comfort. |
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