How to Install Tub Spouts

So, you're looking for a new tub spout and you realize there are a bunch of different ways to install one - which method will work for you? What's the difference between a diverter spout and a regular spout? And what the heck is a stub-out?
Installing a tub spout can be a fairly simple DIY project, so sit back and relax (preferably NOT in your bathtub) as we walk you through a few different types of tub spout installations.
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[@MajorTendonitis]

This was the only decent video I gave found so far . Great explanation, great commentary , very good camera work , and no silly back ground music. Thank you so much , keep up the great work !

[@foodsucks]

Thank you for the great video. This is the first video I have found that answered my question about whether I need to apply caulking.

[@scotirishlad]

Thank you for the break down. This was much needed! You just got yourself a customer.

[@silverstonemalik440]

I ve seen different videos for spout ur was best and explained very well thanks

[@landasn]

Thank you for making this video. It was informative.

[@seeaclip]

Exactly what I needed to see, thanks for making this video.

[@richier5104]

Thanks so much for this video.It was very helpful

[@skaluv]

Great Video!

[@smooth_speed13]

Thank you so much! I have one just like the second one you showed but mine does not have a set screw so I don’t know how to remove it... it feels pretty solid Don’t know if I should try twisting it off or if it comes off by pulling it ??? Please help thanks in advance

[@MardomTV]

THANKS :) very good video :)

[@denniscordova9920]

Good job

[@maxpain70]

What's the disk on the pipe called thanks

[@NathanPitts]

Thanks for such an informative video. I was wondering what the term for the toothed ring around the actual copper stub out at or in the wall is. We have a copper pipe that moves around too much, causing our caulk to break up and crumble.

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hi +Nathan Pitts! We're glad you enjoyed it. That ring you're referring to is a "push nut star" and they can be found on our site at www.plumbingsupply.com/copper.html#star - thanks for watching!

[@watchbae]

Just want to clarify that the 3rd faucet is delta rp5836. It's meant for copper stub out that is not threaded and can slip on just like the video. The rp17453 is meant for threaded nipple and will need to sweat onto the copper if it's simply a stub out.

[@navdeepsinghsandhu7688]

Thank u so much

[@wisterwalcott]

thanks for the video! one question - it seems like NPT spouts run the risk of the threads running out before the spout is flush against the wall (or hitting the wall too early, causing the threads to not be tight). How to have those things reach their tightness at just the same time? or is that handled by the spout design somehow?

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hi +wisterwalcott, thanks for your question! One key step in installing tub spouts is ensuring you have the appropriate length to start with - or you will definitely run into the problems you mentioned and there is no easy way to fix those issues. If you have an NPT connection for your tub spout, the easiest way to avoid problems is to make sure that your new spout is the same length as your old one. There are three different types of threaded spouts, which we cover in more detail on our site at www.plumbingsupply.com/info-tubspouts.html, but as a quick reference guide see below. If you have a FRONT-END threaded spout, measure from the wall to the end of the nipple to get the appropriate size. If you have a WALL-END threaded spout, your threaded nipple should be a maximum 1/2" in length. If you have a TELESCOPING threaded spout, your nipple should be a maximum 1-3/8" in length. If you can't find an appropriate spout for your setup and your nipple is too long, you're probably going to need to install a new one. If it is too short, you may also want to install a new one or find an adapter that will lengthen it. Luckily, most tub spouts are sized the same to help avoid these types of problems so if you're diligent in measuring and comparing dimensions before you purchase a new spout, you can save yourself a lot of trouble. We hope this helps, and as always, if you need more assistance our fabulous customer service team ([e-mail]) is happy to hear from you!

[@mikepoon9038]

Just what I need. The brass insert for RP17453. Can't find it under your web. Please advise.

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hello Mike - unfortunately, the brass insert is not offered as a standalone product, only with the RP17453: www.plumbingsupply.com/deltafaucetparts.html#deltaparts17000s You might try contacting Delta directly to see if they're able to ship you a free replacement: plumbingnet.com/delta-faucet-co/

[@see012392]

What's the spout with the hand held diverter attached to it call and where can i find it?

[@plumbingsupplycom]

That is the Delta U1072-PK, which can be found at www.plumbingsupply.com/add-a-shower-kits.html#addashowertubspout - it's a pretty handy little tub spout. Thanks for watching!

[@LongHuII]

I thought this was a great video. My problem is the old bathtub spout the plastic inside the old spout is STUCK on the copper pipe and wont come off period. Having a very hard time with it.

[@CreativeVideoZone]

The third one you installed... I need one just like it! What is it called and where can I find one?

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hi somebodysvids, the third tub spout we used was a Delta RP17453 - and you can find them at www.plumbingsupply.com/deltafaucetparts.html in chrome, polished brass, stainless, or white finish - thanks for watching!

[@jacobw569]

Where can I buy that adapter that goes on the 1/2 copper so I am able to instal my spout that has threads "needs to be scewed on" please help thanks!

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hi +Jacob W , we do not currently offer the adapter piece separately because it is specific to Delta and many people find out it won't work with their spout only after they've tried installing it (at which point it is non-returnable). We recommend contacting the manufacturer of the tub spout you have to see if they offer an adapter for it, or possibly choosing another spout that is either designed for copper or that already has an adapter. We offer a variety of tub spouts at www.plumbingsupply.com/tubspouts.html, including an excellent "universal" fit tub spout that will work for almost any piping situation. We hope this helps and thanks for watching!

[@poche660]

Why do you say to shut the water off? The tub has a valve.

[@plumbingsupplycom]

Hi +poche12651, we typically recommend shutting the water off whenever you're working with something like this just in case. If you choose to leave the water on and rely on the valve, that's perfectly fine too.

[@DAS-Videos]

The way the plumber who worked on my house a couple years ago was, he made a hole into the tile and wall larger than the tub spout and fed it through from the opposite side of the wall. The problem is, since the hole is larger than the base of the tub spout there is nothing to caulk to. Stupid ass plumber. I guess he thought if he screwed it on from the front it may not end up pointing down. I have to replace the entire faucet because it failed and today I found that they make a tub spout ring that I can hide the hole he made.

[@plumbingsupplycom]

+Dasdfjkl - We're glad you found something to help you out! In case anyone else needs one, we offer nifty self-sealing tub spout rings at www.plumbingsupply.com/tubspouts.html#tubshowertrimplate - which are super easy to install and will hide those kind of holes. If you need something bigger, we also have a variety of smitty plates at www.plumbingsupply.com/smitty-remodeler-repair-plates.html As always, thanks for watching!

[@DAS-Videos]

+PlumbingSupply.com Wow that is great! You carry a heck of a lot of good items. Thanks!