How do you remove a drain with a broken cross member?

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How do you remove a tub drain with a broken crosshair?





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Why can’t I unscrew my bathtub drain?

Sometimes the post threads may be stripped, making it difficult to unscrew the stopper. Try gently pulling upward while turning. If your stopper does not have a visible screw set on the knob, but does not seem to unscrew, lift the stopper up and turn, looking for a small screw.

How do you remove a tub drain that is glued?

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How do you remove tub drains with crossbars?

If your drain fitting has these crossbars, insert a drain wrench into the cross shape and turn counterclockwise to unscrew it. (There are two ends to the wrench; use the side that offers the best fit.) You can also try using a pair of needle-nose pliers to grip the X and unscrew the drain fitting.

What are the different types of bathtub drain stoppers?





The six most common types of bathtub drain stoppers are push-and-pull, pop-up, lift-and-turn, flip-it, toe-touch, and trip lever. It does not matter what type you have unless it must be fixed or replaced. The sole purpose of a bathtub stopper is to keep the water in the tub while you soak.

How do you remove a push pull drain stopper?

Push and Pull

  1. With the stopper in the open position, unscrew the knob from the stopper base.
  2. Push the stopper closed to reveal the center post.
  3. Use pliers or a flat-head screwdriver in the center to loosen the slotted screw inside the center post in a counterclockwise direction.
  4. Lift the stopper from the drain.


Are all bathtub drain threads the same?

One of the most confusing and annoying plumbing problems is replacing the bathtub drain (called a plug) that screws into the base (called a shoe). There are two common thread types (16 and 11 1/2 Threads Per Inch), and one uncommon one (14 TPI).

Are shower drains glued?



The glue on shower drain can be used with plastic shower bases, fiberglass and steel. Be aware that when using a gluon fitting it can be more difficult to get the measurement of the pipe correct. So, be sure you measure very carefully and double check all the dry fit pieces before you begin gluing.

How does trip lever bathtub drain work?

With the trip lever down, the plunger is lifted and the drain is open; when the trip lever is up, the plunger is forced down and the drain is closed. And if the tub is accidentally overfilled, excess water can still run down the overflow tube behind the trip-lever plate and can drain away because the plunger is hollow.

How do you remove a lift and turn stopper without a screw?

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How do you remove a trip lever drain?



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How do you open an old bathtub drain?

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