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Hi,
i have just replaced my bath water mixer. Unfortunately i cannot stop water leaking out of both hot and cold water nuts where the copper pipes connect to the mixer inputs.

I have tried using special wrenches, PTFE tape and silicone sealant, but to no avail :(

what can i do to stop the leak? the space behind the bath is really tight making the use of a conventional wrench impossible. would the use of Speedfit/B&Q plumbeasy system plus a 22m coupler do the trick? or shall i just put in more oil seals and connect the mixer to the existing copper pipes?

Pls help

many thanks

ghawdxi

Hi

Have you had a chance to have a look at the DIY Projects area at all: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects.htm There are quite a few projects related to your problem that may help you out.

Regards

yes i did - but i could not locate one that specifically tackles my problem. i did read the project called "How to fit a bathroom" but i found it a bit too generic.

if you can tell me which projects to look at, that will be great.

many thanks in advance

regards

ghawdxi

Hi

The Changing Taps project may be helpful to you: https://www.diydoctor.org.uk/projects/taps.htm

Regards

thanks,
i had a look but it only recommends things i have already tried! :(