SlipX Solutions Bottomless Bath Overflow Drain Cover Adds Inches of Water to Tub for Warmer, Deeper Bath (Clear, 4" Diameter)

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Maintaining an overflow drain is fairly straightforward and proper maintenance of it will save you from a good deal of problems down the road. Waterproof tape is relatively inexpensive and extremely easy to use but is not as durable or long-lasting as other solutions on this list. Flex Seal If you are due for a new bathtub and can afford it, this is a viable solution to get rid of an overflow drain. Besides the cost of the bathtub itself, there is also the cost of the installation to consider.

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When the main drain fills, water will begin to reach the overflow stopper instead, allowing it to drain While bathtubs without overflow drains are becoming rarer, they do exist and can be bought online and in some hardware stores. While replacing your bathtub is not a direct method to seal an overflow drain, it removes the overflow drain from the equation. An overflow drain cover is a popular and effective way to seal up your overflow drain. These drain covers are usually made of plastic and use suction cups to cover over your overflow drain.An overflow drain works in a very straightforward manner. When your bottom drain is plugged or sealed, your tub will fill with water. The overflow drain usually rests a few inches below the rim of your bathtub. When your bathwater reaches the height of the overflow drain, the water will exit through the overflow drain instead of spilling onto your floor.

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Depending on the style of bathtub and its use, having an overflow drain is not always necessary. If your bathtub is a shower/bathtub combo or if your bathtub is a smaller model, then having an overflow drain isn’t necessary. Installing an overflow drain is also a bit more involved than installing a standard drain. That being said, it is essentially a safety precaution and is recommended for all bathtubs just to prevent overflow and flooding if you ever decide to fill your bathtub and walk away. Issues that can occur with a problematic overflow drainWith overflow drains, there are two primary types available: Traditional and Integral. Which one you have in your home will largely depend on the age of your house or bathtub. Traditional Clogs can easily occur in any household that sees extensive use. This is most commonly hair and other debris, but will ultimately disrupt water flow and create obstructions in your piping. Clogs will result in lower water pressure over time and may lead to damages in the future if left unattended. This is why its important to clean or repair your clogged pipes on an annual basis. Leaks You should expect the waterproof tape to give out eventually. But the worst-case scenario in using this tape is it will give out, and your overflow drain will start working again. But this tape is great to use while you wait for a more permanent solution.