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 …

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 …

USG Durock™ Brand UltraLight Foam Tile Backerboard combines traditional backerboard and waterproofing into one step, saving you time and labor, offering superior performance that is built to last. USG Durock™ Brand UltraLight Foam Tile Backerboard offers contractors and designers a strong, lightweight, waterproof and vapor-retardant tile base for wet areas and is ideal for use with USG Durock™ Brand Shower System components. This product is idea to complete the Durock Shower System, the boa …

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 …

Adding a basement bathroom adds value to the home, but installing toilets and sinks in a below grade environment takes more than a basic knowledge of drainpipes and sewer lines. Transporting waste to the sewer run is challenging because the gravity assist that works for upstairs waste removal will work against waste flow below grade. Fortunately, there are a number of options that fall into the DIY category. New plumbing must meet code requirements, however, so do some homework and consider a ma …