Can my P-trap be angled?

The only way I can get a P trap to fit under the tub is to use a flexible plastic one and angle it sideways (horizontally) about 45 degrees. The inlet and outlet is essentially at the same height as if it were installed the regular way except they are slanted.

Can a P-trap go on sideways?

A sideways p-trap is useless, you might as well connect it straight line.

Does P-trap have to be vertical?

Building codes do not mandate a minimum required vertical distance between the sink drain and the trap, but several factors dictate the minimum length of the tailpipe for a particular installation.

Can P-trap be offset?

The p-trap will not be going straight back into the wall but will have to have a 90 degree bend in order to mate up with the offset drain pipe that will be 6 inches to the right of the center of the sink.

Why does my P-trap smell?

A P-trap is the curved portion of pipe under the sink. It’s supposed to create a seal by holding water, which prevents sewer gases from getting into the bathroom. If the P-trap isn’t working properly, sewer gasses can make their way into the bathroom and cause your sink to stink.

Does it matter which way ap trap is installed?

The outlet end of the trap pipe should be lower than the inlet when installed properly. The example shown has it backward, which creates a trap seal more than 4” and makes the drain more likely to clog—and that’s a long explanation for why a backwards trap is a bad thing.

Is AP trap necessary?

Plumbing codes require a P-trap be installed anywhere there is an open drain line that expels wastewater into a drain waste-vent system. The P-trap traps solids that can clog the drain or sewer line.

Does trap have to be directly below drain?

It doesn’t have to be directly under the shower drain, but it should be as close as possible. Shower drains and traps are notorious for getting hair clogs, and it’s best if they are reachable with a drain snake or cleaning tool of some sort.

Does P-trap have to be directly below drain?

What is the difference between a J bend and a P-trap?

The J-bend beneath the sink is also referred to as the P-trap, the U-bend and sometimes even just the drain trap. In some cases, however, hand-tightening may not seat the washer correctly, particularly if your drain pipes are metal, so slip-joint pliers will often come in handy.