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Faucet holes drilled in tub wall are 1-1/4″ in diameter. Holes drilled in the tub rim are 1″. Typically, the overflow hole is 1-1/4″.
How big of a hole do I cut for a shower valve?
There is no official size for it. As long as the trim can cover it, it’s good.
What is the diameter of a tub spout?
The 1/2″ nominal inside diameter ( CTS ) slip-on adapter slides over the copper tubing and is secured to the copper pipe by tightening the set screw, or can be sweat/soldered to the pipe. Once the brass adapter is secured to the pipe the tub spout is threaded onto the adapter.
What size hole do you drill for a Delta shower valve?
CAUTION: Drill 3/16″ clearance holes into flanges only. Do not drill 3/16″ holes directly into studs.
How do you drill a hole in a fiberglass tub faucet?
How to Drill a Hole in a Fiberglass Tub Wear protective goggles and measure the location where you will drill the hole using your tub fixture template. Place the 1/8-inch drill bit into the chuck of the drill. Remove the 1/8-inch drill bit and insert the hole saw into the drill. Drill the hole with the hole saw.
Can I use PEX for tub spout?
I gather that 1/2″ PEX isn’t suitable to connect a tub/shower valve to the tub spout because the internal diameter of the PEX and especially its fitting is too restrictive, which will cause the shower to dribble while using the tub spout.
Are bathtub spouts universal?
There is no specific reason bathtub faucets are not universal besides the fact that different contractors install different types of bathtub spouts when building the bathroom. So, ultimately, it all depends on how your bathtub is built.
Are tub spouts universal?
Tub spout tips: Although there are only two kinds of tub spout types (threaded and slip) there are several “sizes” (lengths) in each group. This is where your patience is important. Not every store carries every length in each type. When we refer to size we do not mean the overall length of the spout.
How do you drill a hole in a fiberglass shower?
Hold the center 1/4-inch drill bit of the hole saw perpendicular to the shower wall over the previously drilled pilot holes. Start the drill and gently push forward, allowing the drill bit to cut into the material. Keep an even forward pressure when the hole saw engages the fiberglass surface.
How do you drill a hole in fiberglass without cracking it?
First use a smaller drill bit to make a hole. Then use a bigger than needed drill bit to just drill through the gelcoat, (not the fiberglass) this will allow you to use the final drill bit, to drill through without causing the gelcoat to crack.
How far should tub spout stick out?
According to the installation manual for the spout, the nipple for the spout should be installed a min of 3/8″ to a max of 3/4″ past the finished wall.
Do you need a special drill bit for fiberglass?
High-speed steel (HSS) drill bits can drill wood, fiberglass, polyvinyl chloride (PVC) and soft metals such as aluminum. They’re tougher than basic HSS bits and stay sharp longer. They work for drilling wood, metal, fiberglass and PVC. Carbide-tipped drill bits stay sharp much longer than steel, HSS or titanium bits.
Can you drill into a fiberglass bathtub?
Fiberglass, a dense material, can be difficult to drill into without leaving messy, fractured holes. With the proper tools and techniques, however, you can drill perfect holes where you need them without the help of a professional.
What do you use to cut a hole in a fiberglass shower?
Match the hole-saw blade with the circle on the shower. The center of the hole-saw blade has a drill bit. Insert this bit in the previously drilled hole to help keep the saw steady.
How do you measure a hole in a tub surround?
Measure from the floor of the shower or the top of the bathtub to the center of each fitting or pipe in the wall. Mark this measurement on the shower wall. Place an “X” on the shower wall where each of the two measurements intersect.
How do you cut a fiberglass tub surround?
Use a jigsaw with a carbide tipped jigsaw blade to cut out patterns. Jigsaws will readily cut circles and angles for the perfect fit when installing fiberglass liners around faucets, shower heads, sliding doors and other shower stall accessories.
How do you drill a hole in a porcelain tub?
Begin drilling into and through the duct tape. Do not push excessively on the drill body; let the drill bit do the work. Every 30 seconds of drilling, drip some cutting oil onto the drill bit where it meets the porcelain. This keeps the bit from overheating and also removes porcelain waste particles from the hole.
Why do baths not have tap holes?
Some baths do not come with pre-drilled tap holes. Often baths without tap holes will come with a template for you to work out the positions of your taps and the size of hole you will need. You may find it difficult to mark your bath with a pencil.
Can you drill into a bathtub?
Ok you have a metal or cast tub, it takes a bit more pressure and time if the drill bit is sharp. The goal is not to burn the bit (two fast) and to make progress with a small metal shaving (just right speed) . Give it some more pressure and time and you will punch through.
Can you use sharkbite on tub spout?
A Sharkbite would hold and quite well. However, your tub spout will be able to spin round and round and round. You don’t want this effect with a tub spout so don’t use a Sharkbite. using a sharkbite would make removal impossibe, without destroying the spout.
Why not use PEX tubing for tub spout drop?
You cannot use pex because the pipe coming out of the valve needs to be able to support the weight of the tub spout and handle the abuse of pulling/ pushing down of the divirter built into the spout.
