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What do I need to consider before starting to break concrete for basement bathroom?
Hi there,
I enjoy a lot this website. I have used your recommendations on small projects and they have saved money and time.
Next week I will start with my first bathroom project. To be honest I am excited and a little worried of the outcome. I have attached a drawing of my bathroom plan. Blues are existing, reds are proposed.
As you see I need to start from scratch. I have an outlet drain that I am using for my washer wastewater. I would like to build a toilet, a sink and a shower in between the existing drain and the drop down sewer lines from upstairs. I am planning on using the existing drain (washer) as the shower. I am worried to have all these connected together. I would like to know if that is OK. Anything I should consider? I would also like to know if I need separate vents for each one (toilet, shower, sink, etc) or can I attach it to the existing one?
I am concerned about the floor. I am anticipating rebar in the area. Any tips?
I also have a drain opening in another area of the basement. Here come a dumb question but I have to ask, I feel like you guys would lead me in a good direction: Can I install a urinal using this drain? The urinal will be elevated about a foot over the drain so I can come up with a trap vent. I don't have no more drains in the basement, that one is it.
Thanks in advance for the help.
Edwin