Goof Proof Curb with Kirb Perfect

Goof Proof Curb with Kirb Perfect

It is essential to build a curb for any open area of your shower perimeter that is not enclosed by solid wall. Your shower door may be the only open area, in which case your curb length will be the same length as your shower door.However, you may have an open wall of your shower, facing the inside of your bathroom. In this case, your curb length will be the total length of your shower door and the rest of the open wall combined.It is essential to pay close attention to the construction of your …
2018 Mar 6th Marie Seward re posted by Laura
What to do FIRST before Tiling your Shower

What to do FIRST before Tiling your Shower

When it comes to the installation of your shower floor, there are some issues to consider. If you do not have anything on top of your plywood when you apply mortar to create your pre-slope; you will compromise your plywood floor as illustrated in the photo below. Your mortar bed will evaporate into your plywood, eventually rotting your floor. It’s important to take the right steps to prevent any damage to your shower floor.There is a solution to this: Use the Mortar Reinforcement Ki …
2018 Mar 6th Re posted Dix Systems first post Marie Seward
The Goof Proof System - Check Out How It Works!

The Goof Proof System - Check Out How It Works!

Discover how to waterproof, in depth information about shower liners, and detailed techniques for the construction of your tile shower.If you’ve ever thought about what goes beneath your tile in your shower; this information will help you make the right decisions.The Quick Pitch System is used to build your tile shower system. Attach the Quick Pitch sticks around the 4″ Center Ring; you slide them in the slots of the center ring. The sticks are designed to create a perfect …
2018 Feb 14th Reposted by Dix Systems first post by Marie Seward
Why Pre Slope with Pre Pitch?

Why Pre Slope with Pre Pitch?

The preparation steps of building your shower can be strenuous, but it is one of the most important items and giving your attention to this will be well worthwhile.One of the most important preparation steps is to pre-slope a shower. Forgoing this step could mean the difference between having water damage and mildew in your shower. There is a possibility that water can go through your mortar bed underneath your tiled shower floor. The real question is, where does that water go once it has gone …
2018 Feb 14th Marie Seward re posted by Laura
CurbSill Shower Threshold... Why Install One?

CurbSill Shower Threshold... Why Install One?

Over the years of building shower curbs, we have found that the easiest product to build a gorgeous looking and durable shower curb are the Curbsill Thresholds. These thresholds provide an efficient seal for shower doors. You can also use this for any glass door or wall and get a smooth straight ledge. There a wide choice of colors available including Black, Bone, Cashmere, Lite Fawn, Tidal Sand, Walnut Toffee, White, and Whole Wheat. Recently, we have added a new color, Pewter, to our …
2018 Feb 14th Laura