How To Install Shower Pan On Concrete Floor Video

A kohler sterling shower base installed on concrete.

How to install shower pan on concrete floor video.

Depending on local building code you can use a vinyl sheet membrane or hot mop with tar. Diy step by step instructions on how to build a mortar shower pan. Here is a link to part 2 where the camera dies if you would like to see h. Pre drill holes through the shower pan rim at the marked locations.

Test fit the shower pan to confirm the drain opening fits over the drain hole in the floor. Also make sure your floor is pre sloped before installing the rubber liner in the following steps to prevent. New video installing hydro blok the better shower system. Let s learn how to pour a shower pan shall we.

Acrylic tends to be more durable but it s also pricier. Mark the center of each wall stud on the shower pan rim. Every day plumbing repairs and installs featured all while my. Https youtu be d2kogdwif5a to get this shower floor drain and other supplies go.

Waterproof the shower pan. If you use a sheet membrane you will have to install a layer of roofing paper first and then install the vinyl membrane. Easy by brewing up a nice hot cup of joe and w. And thank you for coming.

The roofing paper provides cushion between the concrete and the vinyl membrane which is critical. Mark the outline of the shower pan on the subfloor using pencil or a chalk line. Use the notched edge drag a second thinner layer on before smoothing it lightly with the flat edge. A real wrestling match but we got er done.

Diy or hire a pro. Fiberglass is less expensive but more prone to color loss and scratching. Smooth thinset on the concrete to create a 1 8 inch thick layer. What do you do.

Where do you start. The shower in this project will be flush with the side of the whirlpool bath so the frame needed to extend under the tub overhang. Get a professional plumber to rough in the shower drain before starting the concrete installation. Right before you re ready wipe the concrete shower pan with a damp sponge to remove any remaining dust which could prevent the thinset from adhering.

Then you ll need a new shower pan.