Do bath wastes match up underneath?

[cammy2207]

Hi all. If I changed my 1700 single end bath for another 1700, are the wastes a standard length or is there a chance they will not match up with the existing waste pipe under the tub? (Or is the final fitting a flexi hose like the overflow?)

Thanks

 

[CBW]

I think most baths are standard, it’s when you start to replace them with a different type, eg a roll top, or center tap ones. However, the wastepipe underneath will be adaptable, with additional fittings if required.

 

[Madrab]

There's usually always a bit of a difference between the setup and fit that means the pipework needs a little alteration. Very rarely is it a straight swap unless the bath and the fittings are exactly the same.

No the final fitting shouldn't ever be a flexi.

 

[cammy2207]

Very quick and informative guys, thanks so much.

 

[opps]

I think most baths are standard

The waste on a "plastic" double end bath will be in the middle of a bath, whereas the waste for a "standard" bath will be at the far end.