Bathtub Overflow is VERY Dangerous. Understanding IMPORTANT FUNCTIONS of BATHTU

Your bathroom's plumbing plays an important role in the overflow of your bathtub. The overflow drains any excess water from your tub to keep it from leaking onto your floor. Water can cause damage to flooring over time. It can seep into the subfloor, causing warping and premature deterioration. We explain what a bathtub overflow is. 

Overflow

Although the exact location of this overflow device will vary from bathtub to bathtub, professionals usually place it under the mixer or tapware, or on the side. It will still function regardless of where it is located.

Learn the Construction of a Bathtub Overflow device

The overflow device for bathtubs consists of three main components: the main drain, the overflow system, and the hose connecting the two under the tub's surface. There are many options to choose from to make your tub fit perfectly.

How the Overflow Device Works

Tub overflow allows water to drain from the tub at the right height. This prevents it from leaking up the sides. The tub can get too full for two reasons. The first is when you fill it up too high. Another reason is that if the bathtub is full of water, your body weight can cause the water to rise to the point where it can overflow if it does not have an overflow device.