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Do you need to install a shower pan or liner when installing a tile shower on a concrete floor?
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∙ 13y ago
It's still a good idea so that water doesn't seep through and run into the rest of the basement.
AnswerBeing a tile contractor for 18 years I must have heard this question or better yet common misconception about concrete itself. It's important to know that concrete is not waterproof. It cannot stop water from penetrating and migrating along the surface. Yes it is true that most of the water in the stall goes down the drain some of the water is absorbed through the grout joint to the bond coat (thin set mortar) and eventually to the substrate(in this case concrete).A waterproof membrane specific to the tile trade must be used. The installation guidelines are covered by the manufacturer as well as by local building Plumbing codes. As a contractor the vast majority or shower stalls I see are improperly constructed and will fail over time. The Tile Council of America publishes "THE HANDBOOK" of ceramic tile installations which will guide you through the written specs of all approved installation methods. AnswerI am planning on building a shower in the next month or two. There is a fairly new method that I am using, called "Kerdi", made by Schulter. This product is put down first, like the rubber or lead methods. I learned ot it through this site: http://www.johnbridge.complumbing suppliers sell a vinyl membrane that water does not penetrate and can be used for concrete covering. this membrane is used widely in Florida for those homeowners who wish to have the terrazo stone tile showers. it is a very commonly practiced method in Florida to build shower stalls without showerpans.
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When installing a shower drain in a concrete floor how do you determine the height of the drain which will protrude through the concrete?
First determine what you are going to install as the shower unit. If there is to be no shower unit and it will just drain through the concrete floor, then it will be flush with the floor. If you are installing a unit, then you need to look at the unit to determine the distance obove the concrete to place the drain.
Can you install a shower stall over a cement floor?
If you have a drain available. You may need to chip some concrete around the drain to install the bottom half of the drain. With that in place, set the shower over it and the top piece screws into the drain to form a seal. You can build a 2x4 frame and raise the shower up enough to run a drain to a sump or a floor drain.
Can you install a real wood floor on top of a concrete floor?
You can. You start by applying moisture barrier to the concrete--flooring stores have it--then gluing the hardwood to the concrete.
How do you install a floating wood flooring on concrete?
When installing a floating wood floor it is important to prepare the floor for instillation. It is important to snap a chalkline and nail guide-board, then proceed to lay the first row and complete it. Make sure to install the first plank on the second row. Continue with the last action until the floor is complete.
Can you install engineered wood flooring over a wood floor that is on concrete sub floor?
Absolutely.
How do you install a toilet ring in a concrete floor?
Use a steel ring and Tapcon concrete screws or you can use shields and regular screws.
How do you install carpet in basement floor?
Carpet install on CONCRETECarpet in a basement assumes that it is a concrete sub floor..Either glue it down.. Very easy!!!!! go to the Depot & buy a trowel & some carpet adhesiveOrTackstrip & pad then stretch the carpet just like anywhere else.. Seams are tricky & setting the tack strip on the concrete is about as much fun as a root canal.. Think about letting a pro install carpet on a concrete floor...Look on youtube there are some good free how to install videos out there
What kind of sub floor do you put in a concrete basement floor?
It would depend on the type of floor you are installing. There haven't been enough details about the project provided to answer this question thoroughly. If you are installing engineered hardwood just lay down a 3/4" piece of plywood and a moisture barrier. If you are installing a floating floor, use a moisture barrier and two 1/2" pieces of plywood. see related links
Can you install Ceramic tile over marble tile in a shower walls and floor?
Yes, but you should you use an adhesive that is ductile
How does one demolish a concrete shower base without doing damage to the sub-floor on a two story house?
By hand with a hammer and chisel.
How do you install a drain in a plywood floor that will be going through a shower pan?
cut the opening on a 45 degree angle and caulk in drain
When installing a closet flange in a basement do you need to bust up the concrete around the pipe or can you use tap-cons to fasten it to the floor?
You can use tap-cons.
