No tile shower, I'm going crazy!

[fabwash]

Today I had the first inspection, which was framing, plumbing and electrical. I took the opportunity to discuss this waterproof product with the inspector. His reaction was basically that he was glad I made my homework, that I had documentation, and that he would call the company and talk to them then make a final decision. He told me that if this mix is okay, it might require a vapor barrier (kerdi membrane or equivalent), and the best paint would be an epoxy that is used for marine paints. His only concern was that the company mentions the UBC from 1997, which is kinda old. I think that as you all said, if the homeowner does his homework, the inspector appreciates it. I will keep you posted !

[Jim Katen]

Sounds like a good inspector. He seems to have your best interest at heart.

- Jim Katen, Oregon

[kurt]

If you get out in front of most muni guys, they're not going to stand you your way. Most of them are just looking for defensible information.

I forget what the pan design is. All the discussion has been about the walls. Are you going with a basic mortar bed, vinyl pan liner, and shower drain receptor?

Or, are you doing a modified Kerdi system?

[fabwash]

Here is the result.

The shower pan is standard. There is tile in the pan to make it easy to clean. On top of the tile is a teak mat.

The walls are made of:

1) Tar paper

2) Hardibacker

3) 3 coats of the Izonil/Mix waterproof solution

4) 1 coat swimming pool primer

5) 2 coats wimming pool paint

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[Jim Katen]

That looks nice.

The teak duckboard is going to collect soap scum, though. If you can lift it out of there easily, you might want to take it out and scrub it down on all sides a couple of times a year.

[Thcamy]

Hello,

I'm actually in the process of remodeling my shower using the same type of technic (painted walls).

I wanted to know how Fab's bathroom was looking like one year after?

Any cracks, leaks or needs for additional coats ?

Thanks for your answer