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

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A traditional overflow consists of a hole cut into the tub to accommodate a drain that installs on the inside and outside walls which collect excess water and sends it down a tub drain to a P-trap. This style is perhaps the most common in older homes and requires some flexibility in cutting and installing the pipe system. Integral 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

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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. An Integral overflow is designed a little differently than the traditional style. Whereas the traditional overflow is made with an exterior pipe and drain system, an integral overflow is similar to a sink overflow. An opening is cut along the interior of the bathtub and the excess water is then diverted between the walls of the tub drain. This style is popular for those that don’t want to deal with exposed piping as the overflow channel is built in the tub’s inner wall. Parts of a overflow drain: 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.

While Flex Seal is considered a waterproof sealant, it works much differently than traditional sealants by creating a waterproof rubber barrier. Additionally, Flex Seal is more versatile than your usual waterproof sealant. 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. 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 Leaks can occur over time due to the natural erosion of the pipe material. Leaks will result in lower water pressure and eventually water damage to your other pipes and housing material, so it is best to inspect your plumbing regularly. How to prevent overflow

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You can remove your overflow drain and use a waterproof sealant to cover the opening, preventing water from passing through it. This method will likely put your bathtub out of commission for a day or two to give the sealant time to cure.

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.

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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. As long as there is decent pipe flow, your overflow will prevent water from building beyond a certain point, preventing your bathtub from overflowing. This is a more permanent solution as the sealant will be harder to remove than a plate or cover. You can reinstall your original drain cover over the sealant to avoid exposing it, giving you a more seamless look.

When the main drain fills, water will begin to reach the overflow stopper instead, allowing it to drain