Preliminary preparation
Any installation work at the preliminary stage requires the drawing up of a plan and also a scheme of planned installation. These elements may include:
- Calculations of materials used( pipes, adapters, fasteners and so on).
- Schematic distribution of pipeline components within the premises used.
- Pre-arrangement of the required number of drain points in the case of the planned installation in the bathroom of new sanitary equipment, or household appliances requiring drainage( for example, a washing machine).
- Calculation of the most profitable and less expensive method of dismantling the old sewerage system.
- Procurement of materials.
Observance of all the above points will help to make the most qualitative repair of the whole process without unnecessary costs of funds, energy and materials.
At the present stage of the development of the computer systems industry, there are a large number of computer programs that will help in the development of design schemes for various repair projects. Using special computer products, the master will be able to create the structure of the sewer system in a visual model and visually evaluate all of its pros and cons.
Selection of pipes for installation of a sewage system in the bathroom
Modern industry can offer a fairly large number of types of pipe fittings for the creation of a sewer system in the bathroom. Many kinds of tubular products are so easy to use that the expression "sewerage in the bathroom with your own hands" takes on a literal meaning. So, we list the main types of pipe products:
- Cast-iron pipes. The oldest and most reliable type of pipe fittings. It has high strength and durability. Cons are the difficulty of installation, high susceptibility to corrosion and internal clogging, excessive unwieldiness.
- Pipes made of polyvinylchloride. They feature high ease of installation, low weight, high environmental friendliness, resistance to the occurrence of various kinds of blockages. The downside is the low resistance to high temperature water.
- Polypropylene pipes. Very suitable for use in the installation of sewerage in the bathroom. They differ in comparative cheapness. The downside is the high expansion ratio.
- Ceramic pipes. Suitable for large drains coming out. Used in private homes and large sewer systems.
When selecting the right type of pipe, consult an appropriate specialist. Only with the right choice of materials for the assembly of sewerage in the bathroom with their own hands will be carried out quickly, with minimal losses and with pleasure for the master.
Dismantling of the old sewer system
The process of eliminating old pipe communications is not complicated and requires a small expenditure of energy and materials. In this process, several aspects need to be considered:
- Pay attention to the places where the pipes are fastened to the wall. Excessive exposure can damage the outer skin of the walls, which will incur further costs for their restoration.
- In multi-apartment buildings, sewerage communications are interconnected. Therefore, in the process of dismantling it is worthwhile to monitor the possibility of damage to the pipe systems of the neighboring apartment.
After all the above measures, you can begin the installation. Sewerage in the bathroom with their own hands is mounted using the same methods as other pipe communications. Pipes are cut into pre-planned parts and connected to each other. The connection method varies depending on the type of pipe products used. Sewage network is mounted and fixed to the surfaces of the bathroom, depending on the previously planned scheme.
