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Posted by Bob F on November 27, 2006, 1:44 pm
> I'm planning on building a custom sized shower stall. I know this
> requires a bed of mortar to lay under my rubberized sheet. What do I
> use as a "bed of mortar"? will basic mortar work, or do I need
> anything special. Also, do I need to put reinforcing steel mesh or
> anything in it to hold up?
>
> Any other tips you can share about custom tile shower stalls would be
> helpful. This will be my first one.
>
You want a very dry-pack cement-sand mix - above and below
your liner.
Do a lot of googleing. There is a lot out there to learn. Also, find a good
tile store for supplies and advise.
A starter:
http://www.johnbridge.com/shower_curbs.htm
http://forum.doityourself.com/showthread.php?t=192275
http://www.johnbridge.com/kerdi_shower.htm
http://www.pisymphony.com/HANDYMAN/SHOWERPAN/showerfloor.htm
Bob
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