Installing a shower tub can be a task, especially if you do not know what you are doing since there are many common mistakes made such as not using the proper equipment. Just make sure you do not violate code restrictions.
You must install, or have a plumber install a shower head first. You can install a surrounding shower curtain that allows the curtain to drape on the inside of tub.
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Only custon coach builders will install tub shower garden tub combos as they are not standard.
Yes. Tub showers can be placed in any bathroom where there is sufficient room. Just make sure to properly install and caulk the tub before running the water.
You can visit www.ehow.com for instructions on how to install a walk in tub. You can also check out www.arwholesale.com or www.essortment.com.
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By increasing the tub waste line to 2" instead of the normal 11/2" and by reworking the vent line so it is above the flood level of the fixture and installing a P trap under the shower pan
New pressure balance faucet or you can install a pressure balance valve in the water lines behind tub or if you have a crawl space you can install it on the water lines there. But install only too the lines to tub faucet. And they are not easy no matter where you install. I would just tell everyone not to use any water till you are done with shower.
form_title=Shower Installation form_header=10813 What changes are going to be included with this shower installation?*= () Replace or move existing shower () Install a new shower (No existing shower) Plumbing fixtures*= () Yes - I plan to install new plumbing fixtures () No - I do not plan to install new plumbing fixtures Would this particular project be a part from a larger remodel?*= () Yes () No Tile*= () Yes - I plan to install new tile () No - I do not plan to install new tile Can you specify the type of shower you want installed?*= () Free-standing shower () Steam shower () Shower / tub combo () Dual shower
48" for a shower and 15" above the tub for a tub.
Here are some instructions (NOTE: assumes some knowledge of building and tools) - http://www.ehow.com/how_4741169_making-doityourself-shower-pan.html
The difference between a shower and a tub is the shower tends to enclosed with water that comes out of a shower head above while a tub has a faucet that pours into a large basin.