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P-trap Replacement How to remove and install a P-trap From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-307

Demolition continues with the removal of the toilet, then it's on to the tub deck tile. With the shower floor currently accessible, the P-trap can easily be replaced.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Materials:

tape measure
pencil
level
carpenter's square
gloves
circular saw
reciprocating saw
prybar
P-trap
drain
ABS pipe and fittings
plywood
screws
screw gun

P-trap Replacement

1. When you are replacing a shower floor, it's a good idea to replace the P-trap while it is accessible (figure A).

2. Cut open the shower floor, giving yourself enough room to work around the drain.

3. Draw lines on the area you want to cut (figure B), then make a plunge cut with a circular saw (figure C). Cut along all four lines, then use a reciprocating saw to cut the piece in two (figure D). Pry up the pieces (figure E).

Figure D

Figure E

4. Use a reducer to transition from the existing 1.5" drain line to the 2" drain. Apply ABS glue to the pieces and press them firmly together (figure F). Be sure to place the P-trap in the correct location for the drain (figure G).

5. Drop a new piece of plywood into place so you can measure the distance from the drain to the P-trap (figure H). Cut a piece of ABS to connect them.

6. Screw plywood to floor joists, then attach the drain.

Figure F

Figure G

Figure H

GUESTS :
LiLi Jackson
Woodworking Specialist, Rockler Co.
E-mail: ljackson@rockler.com
Website: www.rockler.com