Bathtub Drain Floor Joist

The floor system is 2 10 joists spaced 12 inches on center.

Bathtub drain floor joist.

We cut out and doubled up a header where the tub p trap was to be installed. The floor framing for bathtubs requires special attention. Floor joist in way of drain. Compare 6 more.

How to install a bathtub drain when a joist is in the way. Shane333 tx i set the tub in place and the half floor joist below the drain hole is in the way. Find my store. For pricing and availability.

Prior to drilling holes in these floor joists we installed 3 4 inch plywood to each one. If a floor joist is right under the drain hole for the tub how in the world can you miss it you can t. Note the photos show a recent bathroom remodel where we relocated the tub drain across several floor joists. Kohler 1 5 in foot lock drain with pvc pipe.

I could move the tub out 1 to 1 1 4 to clear the joist or notch out the joist to allow for the drain line installation. If it is more than 3 you may need to raise tub up off subfloor just an 1 or so. Jacuzzi 1 5 in foot lock drain with plastic pipe. For pricing and availability.

You must consider all of the weight the floor joists must be able to support.