How to install bathroom tap?

[PatDIY_Dad]

 

We bought a new swivel bath tap so it's safer for the kids 

The original tap had an adapter that screwed into the threaded pipe on the wall (picture above) and it had a spigot that goes into the tap

This new one just has the female thread but the pipe in the wall only sticks out a few mm

Can I get an adapter to lengthen the pipe.so.i can screw in the new tap flush to the wall 

I tried it without any adapter but it only allows 1 full turn before the tap gets too tight against the tiles and it just leaks when the water goes on

 

 

[JacobZ]

Hi @PatDIY_Dad,

Unfortunately, it sounds like you're going to have to cut the supply pipe back by 5mm which is not something I can recommend as a D.I.Y. job.

You might need to contact a plumber for assistance on this one.

Let me know if you have any further questions.

Jacob

[PatDIY_Dad]

Hey I feel dumb but resolved it

I just put alot more Teflon tape and it stopped leaking 

It still isn't on that much thread but I'll keep an eye on it

I didn't use the adapter in the end

[JacobZ]

Hi @PatDIY_Dad,

Trial and error don't make you dumb; I find it one of the best ways to learn.

Glad to hear you found a solution but keep an eye on it as you wouldn't want it to burst.

Jacob