Designing Kitchens and Bathrooms - Bathtub plumbing

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flashpipe
07-21-08, 10:49 PM
We're connecting an existing bathtub to all new pipes and I've got everything run up to the tub but am having problems connecting everything.

You can see photos at http://www.brianandheather.info/house/bathroom.html

The main problems I have are:
1) the supply lines I bought won't fit the compression shut-offs I got and I can't find compression shut offs that will fit, but I'd like to use them.
2) I'm not sure how to connect the drain so that I can avoid putting in an access panel if possible.
3) and (although I will probably be able to figure this out online) what do I use to secure the faucet to the tub??

Thanks!!

HotinOKC
07-22-08, 03:20 PM
1. I would recommend soldering the supply lines rather then compression. Once you seal up your walls, you are not going to want to take them down for a leak. I would trust a sweated copper pipe rather then a compression.

2. You will need a access panel. Usually tubs are adjacent to bedroom closets or hall closets so the panel won't be visible.