New tub drain and overflow

[Redland1]

Hello.I am in the process of redoing my kids bathroom and I have a question regarding the plumbing for it.I purchased a kit from HD that has the oil rubbed bronze hardware that we are looking for,but the kit has slip fittings.Are these still good or do I need the solvent type?

 

[hj]

Either one.

 

[Sponsor]

 

[Redland1]

Either one.

Thank you.Is there a way to test for leaks if I don’t have access to the pipes once the tub is installed?

 

[Redland1]

Do the slip fittings have a tendency to leak more?

 

[Terry]

Most new tub drains are solvent weld, (glued) because there is less chance of leaking.
If you don't have access to the drain after installation, it's kind of tough to prove it's holding water. Not much you can do about it

 

[Redland1]

Most new tub drains are solvent weld, (glued) because there is less chance of leaking.
If you don't have access to the drain after installation, it's kind of tough to prove it's holding water. Not much you can do about it

Looks like I’m going to change to solvent weld,because when I did the leak test water leaked onto the roof below.I remodeled my master in December with a new shower and freestanding tub and no leaks with solvent weld.Should have went that route from the get go.