Some Basic Reminders For Building a Tile Shower with OneLiner and Pitch System
Waterproofing, what lies beneath is the reason for a leak free shower. There are many different options for waterproofing a tile shower, roll on membrane, the traditional PVC liner, many fabric membranes and we have the OneLiner these are all waterproofing. Some more work then others but following manufacture installation will make a leak proof pan. Any time you are building a shower pan or installing our OneLiner you need to do a water test, in our installation of the OneLiner this is afte
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2018 May 11th
More Information on Linear Drains and Waterproofing
A linear drain allows for the use of larger format floor tile and the ability to pitch the floor in one direction. This offers an advantage from the traditional center drain installation, where the floor must slope in four directions in order to properly drain the water.Common Methods Using a Clamp Down Floor Drain PVC Membrane/Vinyl Liner (Polyvinyl Chloride)A plastic sheet available at most plumbing suppliers and sold in rolls of 4’, 5’ and 6’. The membrane is layered between mortar beds
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2018 Apr 4th
Would You Like to Sit Down In The Shower?
In a shower, a very helpful item to have is a bench to sit on. A bench also adds beauty and flare to your shower. For people who have trouble standing or have an injury, a bench is incredibly beneficial for washing and safety with a wet shower floor. As you can see, both the rectangular and corner benches are solid right to the ground; making cleaning your shower much easier! We recommend both of the Dix Systems solid benches, available as a 16" Corner or 32" Rectangular&nbs
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2018 Mar 6th
Shower Storage! Add a Recessed Niche... Add One, Stack a Couple, or Mix and Match
Are there shampoo bottles on the shower floor? A rusty, half broken shower caddie hanging from the shower head?A shower niche may be exactly what your shower needs. One of the most elegant and streamlined ways to tidy all the soap bottles are shower niches. These niches are a great idea for people who want to have shower organization that is permanent, durable and is easily maintained.Shower Niches are made of a structural, alloyed aluminum shell with a sprayed on elastomeric/waterproofing coat
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2018 Mar 6th
Common Questions about OneLiners and Mortar Beds
Cracks in the mortar mud bedSometimes you will see
hairline cracks in the mortar as it dries and may think there's an issue. But those cracks have to do with the water/drying process and are not a
structural crack/problem.Sometimes I'd suggest they pile all their mortar in around
the OneLiner and they'll see how it weighs down the liner, but some people
just over think it, lol. If Steve had know he'd sent out a really wobbly one,
he'd offer to send a better one...but that's a last resort.&n
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2018 Mar 6th