FINISH PLUMBING: BATHROOM

Unclog a Faucet Aerator For Dummies

GATE VALVE VS BALL VALVE

Working Mechanism

installation a bathroom sink

Bath spout repair and replacement

Plumbing Parts of the Lavatory Sink

This photo shows how to trim the tub.

Clawfoot Tub Shower Faucet and Rectangular Combo Set

How to install Acrylic Bathtub and Surround Walls

Home Depot List: Plumbing Materials

All plumbing fixtures should be a silver color of metal.

WE ONLY USE DELTA Faucets (that are predominatly metal, NOT plastic): Below is the faucet (left picture) that we use. It is in the plumbing List of Plumbing Materials on Home Depot. We want the faucet to be installed as seen in the picture (right picture). The vanity tops should be caulked to their bases.

Unclog a Faucet Aerator For Dummies

Aerators have a mesh screen inside them. This screen can get blocked by sediment or debris, which reduces your faucet's flow and pressure. Over time, calcium deposits can build up inside the aerator, but aerator clogs are also common after your water has been shut off for a plumbing repair.

You can use a toothbrush and water to scrub debris off the pieces. Be sure the holes in the screen are clear

We prefer to use waxless rings instead of wax rings because they last longer and are more durable, and provide a better seal.

We only use Stainless steel braided supply lines.

We only use a quarter-turn ball valve.

To turn the flow of water on or off, a ball valve is directed open or closed with a quarter-turn of the valve.

This type of valve typically lasts much longer because it does not use rubber to stop water flow. It is also much faster to turn on or off the flow of water with just a quarter turn.

We typically recommend changing to this type of valve to prevent future issues in your home. When you need that water shut-off valve, you want it to work and not leak. Remember that a house’s water supply is typically under 40-80psi. That can make a mess in a very short amount of time, costing you a lot more than what it takes to replace some valves now.

QUARTER-TURN BALL VALVE

GATE VALVE

The gate valve is the most prevalent valve for water supply systems. It is a linear-motion isolation valve that can either stop or allow flow. These valves should not be used to regulate flow; they should be used to entirely open or completely close, as a partial opening will cause harm. The name “gate valve” comes from the closure part sliding into the flowing fluid to produce shut-off and therefore acting as a gate. Gate valves are used to isolate specific parts of the water supply network for maintenance, repair, and new installation operations, as well as to reroute water flow throughout the pipeline.

Gate valves are commonly used with larger pipe diameters, ranging from 2″ to the largest pipelines, because they are less complex to construct than other large-size valves. Gate valves are available in a variety of sizes, materials, temperatures, and pressure ratings, as well as gate and bonnet designs, among other things. There are electric and pneumatic actuator gate valves available. However, manual gate valves are more cost-effective due to their infrequent use.

A gate valve is among the most frequent valves in use today because of its simple design and ability to be used in a variety of low-pressure-drop applications. Gate valves are full-port valves by design. This indicates that the valve port is the same size as the connecting pipe’s inner diameter. A full-bore gate valve allows fluid to flow without being obstructed and without causing a pressure drop in the pipeline. This also enables the use of a cleaning pig to clean the pipe.

BALL VALVE

Ball valves, as the name implies, use a rotatable ball with a bore to control the flow of liquid and gases from one opening to the next. The medium can flow through or be stopped by turning the ball a quarter turn (90 degrees) around its axis. These valves regulate the flow by permitting the opening to be open, blocked, or partially open. Ball valves are the best choice for use with gases since they have a stronger seal. They can withstand pressures of up to 700 bar and temperatures of up to 350°C, and their sizes typically range from 0.5 cm to 30 cm. Because they have a simple structure, they are simple to use and repair.

Ball valves are reliable, closing securely even after prolonged periods of rest, and durable, working well after many cycles. They have a higher resistance to contaminated media than most other valve types and ensure a good seal even when the medium is unclean. These characteristics make them a great choice for shutoff and control applications, where gates and globe valves are frequently chosen, but they lack the fine control of those alternatives in throttling applications.

GATE VALVE VS BALL VALVE

Working Mechanism

A gate valve employs a gate to control the medium flow. Gate is a solid disk that is connected to a stem, acting as a barrier. Gate valves are commonly operated by an actuator, e.g. handwheel. The actuator is connected to a valve stem and transmits rotational energy to it. This energy turns the threads of the valve stem into the gate when the gate valve is opened and vice versa when the gate valve is closed. Hence, the gate is moved upward or downward by this energy. Because it requires more than a 360° turn to fully open or close this valve, it is also known as a multi-turn valve. The valve is opened by lifting the gate out of the flow path. As the gate is lowered to its original position, the bore is sealed, and the valve is totally closed.

The relationship between the vertical movement of a gate valve and flow rate is nonlinear, with the biggest fluctuations occurring near shutoff. The comparably high velocity of the flow during partial opening causes gate and seat wear, as well as possible gate vibrations, lowering the valve’s service life when used to control flow.

Gate valves are typically positioned in locations of a pipeline where they will longer remain open or closed, as they require time to move between these two states. Motorized gate valves are utilized when the valve needs to be operated frequently or even remotely (i.e. equipped with an electric actuator).

A ball valve employs a rotary ball with a hole inside it to control the flow of media. The ball is attached to the valve stem. When the handle on the stem is turned, the ball rotates, opening or closing the valve. Because the handle only needs to be turned 90 degrees (quarter turn) to allow or stop the medium flow, this valve is also known as a quarter turn valve. In the case of manual operation, when the valve is open, the handle is flat in line with the flow, and when it is closed, it is perpendicular to it, allowing for easy visual confirmation of the valve’s status. The 1/4 turn in the closed position can be done in either a clockwise or counter-clockwise direction.

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RESETTING A TOILET

When a toilet develops leaking around the base of the bowl, it very often has nothing at all to do with the toilet itself. The problem is usually that the wax ring that seals the base of the toilet against the drain opening has worn out. The fix is to simply removing and "reset" the toilet with a new wax ring.

REPLACING TOILET FLANGE

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How to change a toilet

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This video show how to replace a toilet

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How to repair a rocking toilet

The author tried to fix a wobbly toilet by replacing the wax seal, but it made it worse. The real problem was the broken water connections and mangled closet bolts. The author then replaced the closet bolts, added shims, and reconnected the toilet. While the toilet is now functional, there are some cosmetic issues and potential future leaks due to missing parts.

ADJUSTING TOILET FILL VALVE

The hollow tube next to your fill valve is the flush valve. If the water level is too high, the water spills over into the flush valve to eliminate the excess water. If you hear the tank always running, it's because the fill line is higher than the height of the flush valve.

Adjustments to the fill valve may be necessary when the toilet fails to flush completely.

Also, note that toilet fill valves should be set so that there is at least 1/2 inch between the water level and the overflow.

DO NOT open plumbing boxes and such - that we lost a toilet lid because of it.

When using the smaller, 60 AMP TANKLESS, YOU MUST USE A SPECIAL LOW FLOW SHOWER HEAD. it is pictured above. If you do not use this head, then people will not have a warm shower. Please set the flow rate to 1GPM. Here's the link to Amazon Order List. When ordering, tag "burr oak online orders" in coconstruct, and they will order for you.

Below is an example of a finished corner shower base.

installation a bathroom sink

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Bath spout repair and replacement

Replacing a slip-on spout is easy: Just loosen the setscrew (usually with a hex wrench) and pull the spout off the copper pipe that protrudes from the wall. Twist the spout as you pull and be gentle so you don't loosen any pipe connections inside the wall. Then slide on the new spout and tighten the setscrew

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Please watch this video on how to adjust the heat for the bathtub.

We never want water lines on the exterior wall of a house, and if they are, they should be in a box like this.

Plumbing Parts of the Lavatory Sink

The photo below is an example of the before and after of a bathroom.

REPAIR INSTEAD OF REPLACE

Repairing is often better than replacing because it can be more cost-effective, and the result is much better.

Take a look at our example.

The original cost of replacing the toilet flange is $425.00 for labor and material. Jeff suggested using a toilet flange from a store, and Adam approved it. So the charge went down to only $236.88 ($235 for labor & 11.88 for the material. This gives us a total of $188.12 in savings.

HELPFUL HINTS:

PLUMBING EDUCATION BACKGROUND AND REASONING

For why we do things, the way we do them.

Installing a new tub spout diverter

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BATHROOM TUB

This photo shows how to trim the tub.

Materials used:

*1x4x8 (2) pieces

*White waterproof caulking

*Nails

.*Compressor

*18g nail gun

*semigloss white paint

* jigsaw to cut the curve

* miter saw

Clawfoot Tub Shower Faucet and Rectangular Combo Set

if there is a claw foot tub, how there is a special shower head and shower rod assembly to turn them into a full shower, should we decide to keept the claw foot tub.

SHOWER

How to fix a leaky shower

This video provides step by step instruction on how to replace the cartridge in your delta shower faucet to fix any leaks you may be having from a worn out cartridge

How to install Acrylic Bathtub and Surround Walls

This video demonstrates the process of installing an acrylic bathtub and tub surround. It involves using wood shims to fill the gap between a built box and the bathtub, with shims available at Home Depot or Lowes. The presenter pre-drills holes before securing the bathtub to the studs and constructs support for the third wall. The first fitting of the surround wall is done, with studs located every 24 inches. The middle section is secured only at the top. Two-by-fours are added for support on the second wall and corner. When installing side sections, they should be pushed slightly toward the middle to minimize gaps, and then secured on the sides and top.

Note: A generous amount of glue needs to be used to ensure everything stays in place.

BATHROOM ACCESSORIES

Industrial Iron PipeTowel Rack Set, Bathroom Accessories Hardware

An industrial iron pipe towel rack set offers a combination of rugged design, durability, and functionality, making it both a practical and stylish addition to bathroom spaces.