#Bathtub overflow cover no screws install#

The first step is to look at the screw heads and match them up with the right screwdriver, preferably one with a long handle to aid in access.there are several methods for removing rusted overflow drain screws, and the other tools you need depend on how you approach the project.

I'm guessing that the overflow plate itself screws onto the pipe, and i've tried turning the entire plate, but no luck.

#Bathtub overflow cover no screws install#

Install the screws with a screwdriver and tighten down.

The stopper assembly is attached to the back of the overflow cover. Removing a faceplate that is caulked will take about 20 minutes. To replace the same cover, or an upgraded cover, align the tabs on the cover plate with the slots on the drain and press in firmly. carefully pull the cover plate away from the wall of the tub.The entire assembly screws directly into a threaded pipe. The only way to put in an access panel or to access the pvc behind the tub would be to either remove the tub and/or tile, an expensive and time consuming process.īennington Toe Touch Bathtub Tub Drain Overflow Conversion Kit Satin Nickel - Discontinued - No Longer Available Bathtub Drain Metal Tub Bathtub Drain Stopper Thread in a spout tub pipe through the tub spout hole and into the way connecting to the wall. This assembly sits inside the overflow drainpipe.