Putting In A Shower Pan

Screw the shower pan rim into the wall studs using 1 1 4 inch screws through the pre drilled holes.

Putting in a shower pan. Most shower kits include a shower pan and two or three solid wall panels although some are one piece shells in which the shower base or bathtub is integrated with the walls. What do you do. Put cardboard down and walk over the base to test it for stability and follow all other manufacturer recommendations for leveling.

One deciding factor in the choice between a one piece or multi piece unit is whether you can get a one piece unit through the doors of your home. Easy by brewing up a nice hot cup of joe and w. Measure the width and depth of your alcove and make sure the dimensions are correct for the shower you re putting in.

Then you ll need a new shower pan. Time to replace that old nasty shower. To apply the mortar bed spread it evenly around the shower area.

Before installation use a four foot level to check the bathroom floor. If it s not level you ll have to compensate by shimming the shower pan until it s level and then affixing it to the. Allow the mortar bed to dry completely and cure before installing the shower base.

To do the job properly you ll need. The plate is secured to the shower pan as far back toward the rear as possible to make room for standing in front when showering using stainless steel screws. Watch start to finish as i set a fiberglass shower pan in a bath being remodeled and give tips and tricks for a successful installation.

This is usually 24 to 48 hours. The toilet latches into the mounting plate and can be easily removed from the wet bath area to make more space or to empty. Installing a shower pan requires basic home repair tools and some specialty items available at most home retailers.