How do you remove an old bathtub stopper?

For the lift-and-turn, set the drain to open. Hold the body of the stopper and turn the knob to look for a set screw on the knob. If there is one, unscrew it using a screwdriver or hex key. Turn the stopper counterclockwise until it’s free from the mounting post, and then remove the mounting post with pliers.

How do you replace a drain flange?

How to Replace a Kitchen Sink Flange

1. Disconnect the plumbing from the tailpipe extending from the flange.
2. Remove the nut holding the flange, using your hands or channel-lock pliers.
3. Push the flange up into the sink basin.
4. Roll plumber’s putty on the counter with your fingers to make a ¼-inch rope.

What is a bathtub drain flange?

A bathtub drain flange is the finished drain part that’s visible in the tub. Some manufacturers refer to the drain flange as a “drain body” or “drain basket”. Drain flanges come in many different finishes and have a variety of stopper options for filling the tub.

What is a tub flange?

“What is a tub flange?” It’s a “raised rim” around the edges of the tub that will sit against the shower walls.

What are the different types of bathtub drain stoppers?

The most common types of bathtub drain stoppers are lift-and-turn, push-and-pull, pop-up, toe-touch, flip-it, and trip lever. Identifying which type you have will help you when it becomes necessary to fix or replace your drain stopper.

What is a drain flange?

Do all tubs have flanges?

It seems like all tubs designed for alcove installation have integral tile flanges. We are trying to find reasonably priced 5.5 foot tub, but most seem to be designed for drop-in installation instead of alcove. No drop-in tubs have an integral tile flange.

Does drywall go over tub flange?

We’ve done the research to provide you with the answers you need to install your bathtub properly. Whether backer board or drywall, your surround material should rest on the edge of the tub flange but should not make contact with the lip.

How to remove a broken or damaged tub drain?

Tub Drain Extractor

Hammer

A screwdriver

Ratchet

How do you replace a broken bathtub drain?

Whether you are replacing the drain you just removed or installing a new drain,use fresh plumber’s putty.

Roll the putty between your hands until it is a long log that is about as thick as a pencil.

Screw the new drain basket in by hand and tighten it with the pliers or drain wrench.

Use the putty knife to remove excess plumber’s putty.

How can I remove a stuck bath tub drain?

Take a 12″ or longer zip tie and cut notches along the lower few inches using a pair of diagonal cutting pliers,scissors or utility knife.

If present,use a screw driver to unscrew the retaining screw on your drain and remove the drain cover.

Fish the zip tie you made in step 1 into and out of the drain.

How to remove Moen tub stopper and unclog tub drain?

Inspect the top edge of the vertical blind to find the stem clips that attach the blind to the rail system.

Grasp the top of the blind with one hand and lift it slightly to take the weight off the stem clip.

Pull the blind down to remove it from the stem.

Grasp the top end of the new blind and lift it to the stem.