Selecting A Bathtub - 3rd Time's A Charm?

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[marks]

I love how if there is something that has a piece broken, it’s almost a universal desire to hold that broken piece back in the hole it came from.

[bkoz]

that plumber should have his own channel. he shoots right from the hip. i love it

[johnkrim]

Having worked at the trade of plumbing for 55 years I can tell you that a schooled and properly trained plumber does not need the tub in place or even on the job site to rough in the drain or water lines. All one needs is a rough in book, put out by the manufactures with all the dimensions of the fixture . If he can't do it without the fixture, he's not a plumber, he's a handyman . 55 year retired plumber👷🏻

[conorlavery]

Half way through my day here in perfect time for some wise words from EC during lunch

[matthewschneider]

At least you found it early. I had the lower half of a fiberglass shower in place and was starting to screw it in when I put my finger through a thin place next to the seat. It was about as thin as paper. I was really glad that I found it before the whole thing was installed or even worse after the drywall was installed.

[singlepointdc]

Wow, EC is at 815k subscribers. I hadn’t looked in a while. If anyone deserves to hit that million mark, it’s you guys. So tell your buddies, everybody.

[MrFlixi]

I feel like we've been robbed of some amazing B roll footage of fixtures in the shop, Nate 🤔

[bcbloc]

I have American Standard fixtures in my house from when it was remodeled in the 1960's they still perform today.

[robertbeirne]

Had to watch it twice, but someone had previously tried to install that tub and sent a screw through that corner. Packed it up and brought it back to Lowe’s.

[lonniejudson]

I love AM Standard
I use on every job

[chrisfreemesser]

The American Standard products in our house have given us many years of good service...I wouldn't hesitate to buy/recommend their products and thank them for supporting this project!

[billryan]

Third times a charm must be in the air. I'm currently building a home for my wife and I and the first combo delivered was a right drain when I ordered a left. Second one delivered was damaged behind the pine frame installed for protection in delivery. Third one I removed the wood and thoroughly inspected it before the Keller driver left. Good thing is the plumber is one of my best friends!!! Thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge. Bill/Tumwater, WA

[ltlmmek]

From someone who does 5-6 full remodels a month, this is a very frequent problem. Always open the box at the store. Ceiling fan globes are another one.

[dave]

Have had damaged items delivered so many times. I was doing a complete remodel on a ladys bathroom, and she had special order fixtures being delivered from Lowe's. I told her I wanted to be there to inspect every thing before the delivery men left. They were not happy having to wait while I opened every box and inspected everything, but I was glad I did. When I opened the box for the toilet, it was completely shattered, bowl and tank. By checking before they left, it proved it was delivery damage and not done by us. The delivery guys called and explained the situation, and the manager located another toilet at another store and arranged to have it delivered that day. The workmen took the damaged item, and a few hours later we had our replacement and no delays in me completing the job.

[jamesbarisitz]

I loved the forensic group discussion over the damage to the tub in the montage at the end.😃

[steakwilliams]

American standard makes great fixtures imo. I’ve set many of their toilets in my first year as an apprentice plumber in new construction. I’ve also set that same soaker you showed. There’s still a lot for me to learn but I’ll go to their page to let them know they were right to sponsor you. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience with the rest of us, especially the future generation of American tradesmen( and tradeswoman).

[TheDasbull]

Glad you have another company stepping up and providing materials 👍. It's always a drag when stuff arrives damaged... Have ran into this several times with tubs, sinks, and toilets - I guess shipping damage must be very common with these heavy items. It will be interesting to see the bathroom and kitchen finishes. 😀

[evanjohnson]

that last tub you landed on is the exact tub we got for our kid's bathroom, and we love it!

[Joseph]

I have the same tub. (The second one) I love the little bit of extra room that curve in the front gives you. It also gives it a more pleasing look then just a straight tub.

[mmtimy]

hey when i install bathtub, on the under side in stall coating of spray foam, it sound better and cheap the bath water hot