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Step 5 · Prepare the New Drain Flange

Take a generous amount of plumber's putty and warm it in your hands by kneading it. Roll it into a uniform rope about 1/4 to 3/8 inch thick. Press this rope of putty firmly onto the underside of the lip of the new drain flange, forming a complete circle. For an extra layer of protection against leaks, wrap the male threads of the new flange with 2-3 layers of thread sealant tape in a clockwise direction (the same direction you will tighten it).

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Step 5 · Prepare the New Drain Flange

Take a generous amount of plumber's putty and warm it in your hands by kneading it. Roll it into a uniform rope about 1/4 to 3/8 inch thick. Press this rope of putty firmly onto the underside of the lip of the new drain flange, forming a complete circle. For an extra layer of protection against leaks, wrap the male threads of the new flange with 2-3 layers of thread sealant tape in a clockwise direction (the same direction you will tighten it).

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How to Remove and Replace a Bathtub Drain Flange

Step 5 of 7·45 min left

Prepare the Work Area
5 mins2 itemsBeginner
Remove the Tub Stopper
10 mins1 itemsIntermediate
Remove the Old Drain Flange
15 mins4 items
Clean the Drain Opening and Threads
15 mins3 itemsIntermediate
5
Prepare the New Drain Flange
10 mins3 itemsIntermediate
6
Install the New Drain Flange
15 mins5 itemsAdvanced
7
Reinstall Stopper and Test for Leaks
20 mins2 itemsBeginner
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