Installing A Tub Wall Kit

Before installing cut holes in the shower wall for the shower trim handle and tub spout.

Installing a tub wall kit.

American standard 60 shower wall surround side and back wall kit common. Secure the flange on all three walls as well as the sides of the tub. Do not drill the flange. It is a five piece set and includes seamless corner panels with overlapping edges for perfect waterproofing and extra durability this wall surround is completely watertight.

Before installing the tub add the new drain shoe while it s still easy to get at figure b. Then measure up from the top of the tub to the spout and the trim handle as well. 58 in x 60 in x 30 in. Place the protective tub line if provided back into the bathtub fig.

Step 6 lay the carton template on top of the panel for that wall and use a hole saw or a jigsaw to cut out the holes. This video is part of diy basics show show description diy kits and basics are short video tips with simple. Lay a thick ring of clear silicone caulk under the rim and screw it together following the tub manufacturer s instructions. With the tub in place finish off the wall with drywall and paint.

In a typical remodeling project using a direct to studs surround kit you first install a bathtub or shower base then finish the wall with the surround kit attaching them directly to the studs with no need for drywall or cement board as a backer if you don t already have exposed studs the panels can be used as a template to outline an area of wall where you will. Here s a diy basic on installing a tub surround. Before installing back and end walls make sure interface between bathtub and walls is clear of debris place the end wall that will have the valve also drain side into place. This thermoplastic bathtub wall kit is designed to fit regular bathtubs of 30 x 60 or 32 x 60 and has maximum dimensions of 42 x 72.

Reinstall the baseboard and finish moulding around and in front of the tub. Durawall thermoplastic bathtub wall kit. Step by step on installing a delta classic 400 tub shower surround unit. If everything is in line these measurements should be the same.

Instead use the head of the fastener to hold the flange down. Then install the bathtub and anchor it to the wall studs as recommended by the manufacturer.