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Tub slope

04/08/2008 10:34 AM latexia707

Hi all!

I have a (simple?) theorical question... What is the very minimal slope in order to empty a tub?

I know that (in theory) it could be just 1 degree (if you're patient!)... but in a real world case can it be say 1/8 per foot? 1/16 per foot?

Would the size of the pipe be any concern? a 1 1/4 drain is by code but what if one uses a 2" or even a 3" pipe? Would air displacement be too great that it would cause siphoning all the p-traps around a house?

Just curious!

Thanks all!

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04/08/2008 05:48 PM Sylvan
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excuse me... FU?

04/08/2008 08:37 PM latexia707
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04/09/2008 07:32 PM LarryG
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04/10/2008 05:47 PM Sylvan
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nah....

04/11/2008 05:10 PM latexia707






 

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