The easiest way to replace a drain is while the shower base is removed from the shower stall and the bottom side of the shower base can be accessed.
Shower floor drain removal.
Apply 100 percent silicone sealant to underside of the drain flange to seal to the shower base.
Some shower drains are attached with screws while others are tightened in without.
These parts can be replaced at any time during the life of the drain.
Once the screws are set aside you can now pry the cover open by inserting the tip of the screwdriver through an.
Sometimes the base can be accessed through the.
Leave the existing drainpipe intact.
The toughest part is removing the old drain flange.
Unscrewing and loosening the drain 1.
Hold a pair of nose pliers in each hand you will need two separate sets.
For the shower drain covers that are attached by screws they will most likely be no.
Check the shower drain for screws.
If the cover does not come up as.
A stainless cover fits over the top although decorator finishes are also available.
The drain itself is comprised of several different interlocking parts which constitute the entire assembly.
The wingtite drain simply slips over the drainpipe and an o ring seals it.
Grab the plier.
Insert 2 nose pliers into the drain openings.