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Re: kerdi and red guard by Bri @ 09/01/10 05:27 PM

Same here....the waterproofing sticks to the fleece better than the mortar does. I'll paint the seams of the kerdi just to give it a double whammy of waterproofing. No way water is getting into the seam that way.
Showers / Steamrooms
Re: Where do I begin... by Pritch @ 08/30/10 04:13 PM

Good idea, pistolpete... If I hadn't already bought a panel I'd probably do it. Got this panel from HD, fits anywhere from 10x10 to 15x15 inches. I don't even think we are going to paint it, it matches the white tub, and it will be about 4 inches
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Re: Where do I begin... by pistolpete @ 08/29/10 11:15 PM

Just in case you didn't know, the plumbing access panel can be an independent 2x4 panel with about 1/4 inch play. It gets wedged into place firmly with wooden wedges. then you tile over it and grout to the existing tile. when you need access you ju
Showers / Steamrooms
Re: Where do I begin... by Pritch @ 08/29/10 05:31 PM

Thanks, Randall. Making some progress, working on the floor tile. Working on the toilet area first. It's one thing to have to shower in the other bathroom.... Got some sanded grout there first, then tomorrow seal, and then replace t
Showers / Steamrooms
Re: Where do I begin... by RC @ 08/28/10 09:42 AM

Unfortunately, asking "what's the best grout or sealer" is very subjective. Installers usually have personal picks as to which one they prefer, based on what's available in their area and previous experiences with a particular product. All
Showers / Steamrooms
Re: Where do I begin... by Pritch @ 08/28/10 06:37 AM

Question on grout selection- Best grout and sealer to use on shower wall tiles and Best grout and sealer to use on shower floor tiles. Obviously we don't want the shower to be a constant maintenance issue, so thoughts and best practices in this
Radiant Heat / Heated Floor Systems
Re: need your opinion on floor heating system. by pistolpete @ 08/28/10 01:36 AM

I have worked with both systems from Nuheat. If you want full coverage for an irregular area, then cables are your best option. However, it's also common to link two or three mats to a single thermostat for good coverage. I like to focus on areas
Radiant Heat / Heated Floor Systems
need your opinion on floor heating system. by abc @ 08/27/10 02:17 PM

hi everyone. i have plywood subfloor. it's irregular shape basicly hallway going in to kitchen with breakfast area and hallway going away with 1/2 bathroom. i want to put heating floor under porcelain tile. 1) which system is better (mat vs free wire
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