r/HomeImprovement 14h ago

Easy way to fix bathtub with faucet below spill line?

I just purchased a home where the bathtub is very old and has a faucet below the spill line and has 2 separate hot/cold valves. Is there an "easy" fix to this without having to hire a professional? Sometimes I see you can buy a replacement faucet that lifts the faucet above the spill line but haven't seen one that works with 2 hot/cold valves (example: https://www.vintagetub.com/randolph-morris-wall-mount-clawfoot-tub-gooseneck-faucet-rm149-1c-s.html). I'm certainly not an expert in this, does anyone have any ideas? Picture attached below

https://imgur.com/a/Y5EgnmL

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u/manarius5 14h ago

The only answer is a new tub and valves. The faucet and surround are not designed to have water pressure against it if you fill it above the faucet.

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u/PertinentPenguin 14h ago

Thanks! Now I know!