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Copper Tub Installation and Care Guide
6. Apply neutral cure silicone thread sealant to the underside of the drain flange before threading it through the tub and
into the drain.(Note: Silicone sealant requires 24-hour cure time.)
7. After the floor is finished, set the tub in place and connect the waste and overflow piping to the drain in the floor.
Apply plumber’s tape or neutral cure silicone thread sealant to any threaded connections that do not have a rubber
sealing gasket. After hand tightening all connections, add a quarter turn with your adjustable wrench to secure. Do
not overtighten.
8. When your tub is in place and all connections have been made, run a bead of neutral cure silicone adhesive around
the base of the tub. Wipe away any excess sealant with a damp cloth.
9. After installation, fill the tub with water to check for any leaks from the connections and verify that the drain is
working properly.
DECK MOUNT FAUCET INSTALLATION (OPTIONAL)
Pre-drilled tubs will have two holes, 7" apart when measured from their centers, on the top of the tub rim. If your tub has
not been pre-drilled perform the following steps to determine the rough-in location for a deck mount faucet.
1. Position the faucet in the desired location on top of the tub rim. The spout should be approximately 2-1/2" to 3" from
tub rim. Be sure to install the faucet in a position that will not interfere with overflow.
2. Mark the faucet centerlines with your pencil.
3. Refer to faucet installation instructions to determine the diameter of the mounting holes and carefully drill the holes in
top of the tub rim.
COPPER MAINTENANCE AND CARE
Copper’s ability to conduct heat makes it an ideal material for plumbing and accessories. When hot water makes contact
with the copper bathtub, the walls of the vessel quickly come up to temperature and help hold in the heat. This eliminates
the need to keep refilling the tub, which saves water and helps reduce heating costs.
Copper is resistant to corrosion and will never rust. Easy to preserve, copper bathtubs require little more than periodic
maintenance. To care for your copper fixture, simply dry after using and polish from time to time. Even left untreated, the
natural weathering process creates a patina that protects copper from further corrosion. If you wish to keep your copper
fixture in its original condition and prevent the natural aging process, wipe it dry after each use. Apply wax, such as Table
Top Wax, at least once every 15-20 days.
