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03-08-2008, 12:44 PM
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Shower stall levelling
What is the best method to level a shower stall being installed on a concrete basement floor? I have seen a mortar bed and foam discussed. My stall has a ~1" lip on the front that will make the rear be that much lower. Can I saw cut the concrete to slide this lip into or would it be better to level with one of the ways mentioned above?
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03-08-2008, 06:52 PM
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It is seldom advisable to cut concrete to fit in a shower stall or shower base, especially in a basement situation.
Use mortar to build up the lower end it is always advisable to use a mortar base under all shower stalls and shower stall bases.
Do not use foam, it will compress over time and allow the shower base to settle lower.
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03-08-2008, 08:48 PM
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Quote:
Originally Posted by pushkins
It is seldom advisable to cut concrete to fit in a shower stall or shower base, especially in a basement situation.
Use mortar to build up the lower end it is always advisable to use a mortar base under all shower stalls and shower stall bases.
Do not use foam, it will compress over time and allow the shower base to settle lower.
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Thanks for the information.
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03-15-2008, 06:33 AM
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Even in houses I have had people tell me about the bottom of tubs/showers with the floors cracked so I always set any tub or shower in a wet mortar under the base makeing sure the tub is level and leave it for 24 hours to set up this gives a solid foundation under the fiberglass so no flexing can cause cracks in it over time.
Gerry
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