Take Care of Your Bathtub Overflow

We thought it would be a great opportunity to talk about the overflow, which is one of the most neglected parts of a bath.

If the tap is left on, or the bath has been filled too high, the overflow prevents a bath's spillage.

The overflow 'rose,' or the water source in a traditional bathtub is located under the taps. It can be identified with a circular metal cover that has holes in it.

Keep your overflow clean

Your bath will see a lot of usage over its life. This can cause a buildup of hairs, skin, and other dirt to your overflow.

You've probably experienced the unpleasantness of having your plughole unblocked. It prevents your bath water from draining.

Although an overflow doesn't usually see as much dirt as a plughole, it can still collect a surprising amount. It is important to clean an overflow to drain an overfilled bath.

To clear blockages, you can easily remove the front of your overflow rose. Pour vinegar or baking soda down the drain. You can also remove any blockages by gently pushing a thin, long bottle brush into the overflow.

If the faucet is leaking or corrodes, replace it.

The majority of overflows are made from plastic, and the pipe runs from top to bottom.

The plastic piping used to overflow the bath can become brittle and corroded with time. This is especially true for older baths. If the problem persists, it can lead to leaks under your bath.

If you are worried about overflow damage to an old bath, remove the front panel and take a look under. It's a good idea for you to replace the overflow if there is any moisture or water underneath.

This is a simple job that can be done quickly and cheaply and could help you save a lot of money and time from leaking water.

Overflows and whirlpool baths

Our luxury whirlpool spa bathtubs come standard with overflow and waste. Our bath wastes are designed to be watertight and allow for free flow when bath time is over.

Although the function is important, style should not be overlooked. This important part of your bath is visible and must match the decor of the rest of the fixtures and bathroom.

You can also choose from a range of waste/overflow combinations to match your bath perfectly.

We have you covered, no matter if it's a simple or complex overflow, or a chrome-plated pop-up waste, filler valve, and overflow combination.