What kind of plumbing is in my upstairs bathroom?
Our upstairs bathroom’s plumbing dates to the 1950s. The tub is outfitted with American Standard separate hot and cold faucets as well as a diverter. As for the drain stopper assembly, it’s the type that you rotate to stop up the drain (as opposed to simply lifting or lowering the lever).
Why is there no tub in the master bath?
He said no one really has time for soaking in a tub anymore and many felt having a bathtub in the master bathroom was just a waste of space that could be used for something more important, like additional vanity/cabinet space or a larger shower.
Is it safe to put a tub on the floor?
This is just napkin work though and it also depends on how close to supporting walls the tub is, the type of wood and the construction. Sometimes they over-build floors for expected water beds.
Where is the tub on the 2nd floor?
The tub would be located in my bedroom, which is on the 2nd floor of the house. You probably can’t answer this directly, knowing nothing about my house, but how can I find this out without actually trying it?
How to fix a leak from the upstairs bathroom?
For water supply leaks, run your fingers over the lines to find out which one is damp. For trap leaks, turn on the water in the sink while checking the drain trap beneath for drips. First Time Home Buyer?
Who was the designer that took the tub out of the bathroom?
The couple hired designer Megan Tennant to take down divider walls, remove an oversize corner tub and create a more open layout with a spacious new shower. After: Tennant removed the room divider, stall shower, built-in tub and water closet to create a simpler, more open layout.
Why was there no bathtub in my old bathroom?
The old bathroom was in rough shape and didn’t feel the least bit Victorian in style. A dark and cramped shower stall (to the left of the vanity) made the homeowners yearn for a spa-like open shower. They also weren’t interested in having a bathtub in the 60-square-foot space, which opened up the possibilities.
What happens when you get rid of the tub in a bathroom?
After: Tennant removed the room divider, stall shower, built-in tub and water closet to create a simpler, more open layout. Getting rid of the tub allowed her to create a 4-by-7-foot steam shower behind an enclosure of black steel and glass.
