Don t use lumber on a concrete floor as it will eventually absorb water and swell.
Pouring a concrete shower curb.
I would like it to be at least 18 inches high.
Let s learn how to pour a shower pan shall we.
Remember the goal is a durable shower curb.
In this episode i install the concrete shower curb for my bathroom enjoy.
This part 2 videos shows in details step by step how to build a shower curb using concrete.
I use concrete blocks adhered to floor with thinset then pack in with concrete mortar mix.
The drain can be anywhere on the pan as long as we.
It can be found at most.
Use non corrosive screws if.
This is how to frame and pour a concrete shower pan for use with or without tile.
Too high and children even adults might trip.
Step 1 shower pan framing we first need to frame in the shower pan with 2x10 lumber around the bottom of the floor and regular 2x4 studs up the walls.
The dimensions are completely up to your needs sink requirements and space.
Do i need to poor 18 inches of concrete from the floor to the bottom could it be possible to use 2 4 s as a base or concrete blocks and then make on top of it the shower concrete base.
Diy step by step instructions on how to build a mortar shower pan.
Here is a link to part 2 where the camera dies if you would like to see h.
Using melamine we created a mold for the concrete vanity top and curb.
Melamine is a great material because the surface is smooth and concrete doesn t adhere to it.
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This is episode 23 in the long awaited stonehaven remodel series.
Be mindful of the height of the curb.
The most important thing is to make the shower pan leak proof.
I don t recommend treated wood because it contains a lot of moisture and it might shrink later on.
A quikrete concrete is mixed and then is poured into the curb fra.
If you are working on top of a concrete slab that has already been prefloated for the slope of a pan concrete blocks and concrete mortar provide a solid base.
Hi i am planing to build a dog wash station made with concrete and tile.