Amount of water in a shower trap?
#1
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Amount of water in a shower trap?
We have a shower trap that is (brilliantly) located in an unheated craw space. During our first winter in the house, the water in the trap froze. We have added insulation around the trap ( not a big help, but it can't hurt!), but as temps. get down towell below freezing levels, I add about a cup of antifreeze. So far, so good, no more freeze ups.
My question regards the volume of water normally in the trap, and how much antifreeze should I add to keep things flowing, especially since we are getting predictions of "record low temperatures".
As always, thanks in advance.
My question regards the volume of water normally in the trap, and how much antifreeze should I add to keep things flowing, especially since we are getting predictions of "record low temperatures".
As always, thanks in advance.
#2
Actually the insulation might hurt if it blocks off the heat source . Insulate on the cold side leaving it exposed to the potential warm side if possible.
The antifreeze is a good idea. 8 oz would probably be sufficient to give you a 50:50 mix.
The antifreeze is a good idea. 8 oz would probably be sufficient to give you a 50:50 mix.
#3
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The trap for my water heater drain is in a spot prone to freeze so I pour some RV anti freeze in it every winter and never had any issues. Which reminds me, I forgot this year guess I better go do that now!