Yes, the electrical code requires a ground fault breaker for your hot tub.
Heck no you don't need a trap IF you don't mind carcinogenic and highly flammable fumes from entering the house Heck no you don't need a trap IF you don't mind carcinogenic and highly flammable fumes from entering the house
You remove the existing tub shoe and related fittings and install a new assembly. In some cases a reciprocating saw will be needed to cut the shoe flange located inside the tub
Usually. Going through the overflow drain gets you straight into the drain without having to make the sharp bend in the tub drain. There could be a trap that comes apart in the drain underneath if it is accessible.
A cast iron tub is about 325lbs. steel is about 75lbs. Tap on tub if it sounds solid it is cast iron.
You usually have to unmount it and get at the bottom.
Of course
A special platform does not need to be purchased. However, the hot tub does need support. A sturdy deck can support a hot tub or a cement slab would need to be poured.http://www.ehow.com/facts_5449409_do-hot-tubs-need-foundation.html
A hot tub is just that a tub of hot water thus, the need for a heater. To reek the benefits and pleasures of owning a hot tub a heater is an essential element to the experience.
To build a cedar hot tub in your backyard, you will need to first gather the necessary materials such as cedar wood, a tub liner, a heater, and plumbing supplies. Next, you will need to design and plan the layout of your hot tub, ensuring it is level and stable. Then, assemble the cedar wood panels to create the tub structure, install the tub liner, heater, and plumbing system. Finally, fill the tub with water, heat it to your desired temperature, and enjoy your homemade cedar hot tub.
you need to wear a swimsuit
a drop in bath tub has no outside to it, it is "dropped in" to an existing frame (like a juccuzi tub), a skirted tub has the trim that goes from the side of the tub to the floor "finishing" off the side of the tub if you will; you do not need to build a complete structure for a skirted tub, just back and side supports; skirted tubs tend to be cheaper
Yes they are designed to hold the water in. You will need to wait in the tub till it it totally drained till you open the door, however.
To remove a tub from your bathroom, you will need to disconnect the plumbing, remove any surrounding tiles or fixtures, and then carefully lift and maneuver the tub out of the space. It is recommended to seek professional help if you are unsure of how to safely remove the tub.
Yes, the electrical code requires a ground fault breaker for your hot tub.
Is your bathtub leaking and in need of urgent fixing?
Yes.