Discussion Forum
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Advice needed on how to pull up a mud bed without ruining the membrane
Well, I created a mud bed, but didn't mix it with sand (and too much water), now worried that the weep holes are clogged and the bed won't drain properly,…
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What to do with the curb – cement? Concrete? Thinset?
Here are pictures of the curb - it is the membrane over 2X4's with a metal lath on top. I just finished putting the final coat of mortar/cement on the…
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Is this a good idea – 6 mil poly in the shower?
I found this thread and at first thought it was a smart idea (post #17): http://www.johnbridge.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=97468&page=2 But now that I think about it, I wonder if this would cause mold…
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testing shower pan liner – why?
I am trying to understand the basic idea behind filling up the shower pan membrane with water and testing it. I know it is too test if there is a…
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dam corners – where to buy?
I need to purchase another set of dam corners. For some reason NY states stores like Lowes and Home Depot do not stock the stuff. Any suggestions for other stores…
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cutting curb corners – how?
How should I cut the corners on this shower alcove? I have a picture here that shows the 2 different ways to cut it. Which one should I do?
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Creating the door frame for a shower
What is the process for creating the door frame for the shower? I am buying the door, but do I run 2 X 4 vertically along the sides? Should I…
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Is higher better with an oatey pan liner?
I was wondering if it is better to go higher on the sides with a pan liner (I am using Oatey). I heard at least 2 inches extra on each…
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Shower pan part 2
Ok, I have moved the drain (and cemented it in) and laid down the first coat of cement (or is it concrete?) using 1/4 inch each foot so it drains…
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Mike Holmes has made me paranoid I think…
Ever since I have been watching shows on home reno's and home inspections ( Like Holmes on Homes), I find that I research more and do less...way way less. I…