How to avoid mistakes when installing a bath

The installation of a bath with its own hands is fraught with a number of nuances and features that, if you do not know which, you are likely to make mistakes. If the installation is wrong, do not follow the rules, then there will be unnecessary time and money. The situation is complicated due to the variety of types of products, which leads to differences in installation technologies.

Assembly of acrylic bath

Acrylic baths are common because of their advantages. First, it is external beauty, modern look. Secondly, it's low heat emission, which promises comfort when used. Thirdly, the installation of an acrylic bath with its own hands proceeds easily, since it weighs a little.

Of course, there are disadvantages. Acrylic products are sensitive to physical effects and damage. Regarding models made of cast iron, they serve less. And also the installation of the acrylic bath must be done on a rigid frame, so that it does not lose its shape over time.

The bath can be installed in two ways:

• on a frame frame with legs, which are usually included;
• on the brick frame.

If the product was sold with a special frame and supports, then installation can be made more easily and reliably, since this method is provided by the manufacturer.

• We start with the marking on the bath, and drill holes on it to install the guides from the frame, as well as the legs;
• We continue with the preparation of the siphon. The process is the connection of the upper and lower drains, as well as the assembly of the siphon itself;
• We continue installation of the bath and its edges are adjusted according to the level. After determining the correct position, a marking is made on which mounting hooks are installed;
• We finish by fastening the acrylic bath to the wall with the help of hooks.

If the product was sold without a frame and legs, then the installation will have to be done on a brick. The process as a whole is similar to the first one. A brick base is constructed with the possibility of installing a siphon, and the product itself is placed on it. It is recommended to use the same hooks to fix the bath to the wall. Installation of the acrylic bath on the bricks is more difficult than on the frame and legs.

Mounting of the corner acrylic bath

Corner baths are made of acrylic and are in demand with the owners of small rooms. Advantages of this form include saving space. In addition, this design looks fashionable and can fit into any interior design.

The installation of the corner acrylic bath starts with measuring the angle between the walls where it will be located. All these products are created with a right angle. Obviously, there must be an angle of 90 degrees between the walls. You can check the angle with the help of a building square. In most cases, you have to resort to additional measures to level the walls.

Next, you should again choose how to install an acrylic bath: on the legs that come with the kit, or on a brick base. And the process of installation does not differ from the installation of direct acrylic models.

Installation of cast-iron bath

Cast-iron baths are distinguished by their durability. And this is their only advantage, which, however, bribes many. These models have a unique drawback - they are heavy, which complicates their transportation and installation.

Before installing a cast iron bathtub, you must determine the installation method. There are two ways - on the legs and on the bricks. Obviously, if the product has support in the kit, then the first method is needed, if not - the second. Both methods are equally good.

• Begin the installation of the cast-iron bath on the legs from turning it to the side so that the drain hole is in the closest proximity to the drain in the floor;
• We continue assembling the siphon;
• We continue the bath with a flip and leveling horizontally using the level;
• Complete the installation of the bath on the legs is completed by fixing them with bolts or wedges( depending on the design of the legs).

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It should be remembered that when mounting the bath on the legs, it requires an even floor. However, tearing the floor is not required if the bath is installed on the bricks. In this case, the whole process is similar, and differs only in that the product is located on a brick foundation, which is reliable for such a heavy object. It is only necessary to level the base by level.

If the bath is put on bricks, then the frame is constructed in the form of supports. Usually, the height of installation of the bath from the floor is three bricks. Between such supports should not be more than 50 cm. Therefore, if you want to install a bathtub length of 150 cm, you can put it on two legs. The width of the brick foundation should be equal to the width of the bath itself.

Assembly of steel bath

Steel baths are lighter than cast iron, but heavier than acrylic. Therefore, they gained the advantages of easy transportation and installation, but also lacked stability. Before installing a steel bath, you should know one feature - the installation can be done in such a way that there is contact with the three walls. Otherwise, the bath will be too unstable.

The installation of a steel bath with its own hands should be done on the legs, it is not recommended to install it only on a brick base. This will lead to poor stability. However, to build additional supports from the brick will not hurt.

Before installing the bath, it must be turned upside down. In this position, the legs are installed. A pair of feet should be installed next to the drain hole. The second one is as close as possible to the opposite edge, but so that the height of the supports is the same.

After this, the steel bath is installed on the legs, that is, it turns to the normal position. Then it is necessary to collect the siphon and connect the upper and lower drain holes. With the help of the level and adjustment of the legs with the clamping bolts, it is necessary to achieve an even bath installation.

It is recommended to lay the space under the bathroom with bricks. This will provide additional structural stability, reduce the probability of deflection and curvature. Then the brickwork can be tiled.

Recommendations for installing the bath

Installing the bath yourself - a responsible occupation, so you should approach this issue with a deep understanding of the matter. And knowledge will be incomplete without the latest recommendations and instructions.

• If installation of a whirlpool in which electrical circuits are inevitably present, it is required to build a socket with ordinary grounding;
• If the bath is set level strictly horizontally, then an inexperienced look will suspiciously catch the bottom slightly inclined. This is a normal and necessary phenomenon, which ensures a rapid outflow of water;
• Before installing the bath yourself, you should consider how the drain will be carried out. For these purposes, it is best to use a modern material - a corrugated hose. It can bend in different directions, which will ensure ease of installation, as well as reliability of operation, since this hose is strong enough;
• To install a bath in the bathroom did not violate the interior, you should take care of the decorations. So, if the additional supports and bases provided by the manufacturer are used, then they must be tiled or a sliding shield is built.