HOW TO TILE A TUB SHOWER -- Step 1 Waterproofing and Prep

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3 жыл бұрын

Tub shower surrounds are a popular bathroom fixture that are in most of the homes here. They can be tiled or acrylic but tile is a more desirable finish because of the custom look and other options available with ceramic or porcelain tile. When tiling one of these alcove tubs, special care and planning needs to be taken in order to achieve a successful installation. Many times, the tubs do not fit properly into the framing opening, leaving a gap between the tub lip flange and the wall to be tiled. Wet shimming tile backer board like Laticrete Hydro Ban Board is a good option to bring the wall out flush with the tub lip.
In this video I show how this is done!
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@TileCoach 3 жыл бұрын

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@skorpaofthewhitehorse9170 2 жыл бұрын

Hello sir. I live in Northern California too, but I'm having trouble finding the products you're using. Are they only available in certain stores?

@rickybrenay6249 2 жыл бұрын

quick tip on dividing fractions. If you have 3/8 divide the lower denominator in half. So, half of 3/8 is 3/16. Half of 7/8 is 7/16. FYI love all your videos.

@TileCoach 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 🙏🏼

@benseifu9221 Жыл бұрын

What I find most intriguing is that probably 90% of contractors will skip certain processes just to move on to another job. I appreciate that Isaac takes time to teach the right way to do the job. Whether it’s necessary or not that’s up to the installers. I’m the type that rather be safe than sorry.

@uhuugyvenk9441 Жыл бұрын

This little kzfaq.infoUgkxVoi3B4CB6Oygq1-vo4OTL1M_M5JkrXif tub works perfect in our 6 x 6 shower and is easy to get in and out. Also easy to drain.

@jlpeterson85 3 жыл бұрын

So glad to see you expanding into more Laticrete products. I use 100% of their line because over the years of different products, so far they've really streamlined everything to perfection.

@jeremybabbie50 3 жыл бұрын

Just wanna say I love the videos and how u aim them toward people that don't have much knowledge on this stuff. Me being a carpenter I have a good knowledge on how most things work and go together but the content you show has giving me a even better understand and I hope u continue to do these. Your a great teacher keep up the great work and videos.

@dondonaldson1684 2 жыл бұрын

Excellent video, you are an artist. No muss or fuss, just thorough and confident. Thanks for all of your instructional videos.

@susannoble4252 3 жыл бұрын

Just started researching replacing the guest bathroom with a new tub (37 years old). This is great - thank you.

@keithkinsella8470 3 жыл бұрын

I wish I would have seen this video 3 months ago. I ended up building out the wall with furring strips. This looks waaaaay easier and clean! Awesome job man keep up the good work and thanks for the videos.

@never2be07 3 жыл бұрын

Same here, what a headache that was and it still came out like shit

@jmharrison3 3 жыл бұрын

Dude you do great work, love to see a fellow tradesman care about his work and his customers as much as I do, providing your best with an extreme knowledge of the materials you use, hats off to you, keep up the great work!

@never2be07 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, I’m DIY guy and glad you finally got to use the HydroBan board. I just finished my bath tub surround with Laticrete materials and wish I would’ve watched this video before starting. Really like working with laticrete products except their thinset, which felt really sandy and dried up quick

@jwar2163 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. I am about to do full remodels on both my hall and master bath and Hall bath has this style setup with tub and shower. and I has been years almost 20 years since I have done a tub surround with tile. this video is a great refresher with add benefits due to the new materials.

@sswrangler1649 3 жыл бұрын

Great job just starting out tiling did my counter tops backsplash did whole bathroom remodel tile the wall ceiling 12x12 tile All around came pretty good

@ap_9518 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos very resourceful and a lot of great tips learn a lot just from your videos. As a tile setter myself your work is amazing

@chevpowr 3 жыл бұрын

Great job Isaac! the band to the tub idea with the adhesive and sealant looks awesome

@lockwooddave 3 жыл бұрын

I forgive you for releasing a video I needed too late. I start a tub surround on the 18th!! Perfect timing coach!

@hightide-mcknotts 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! This is great advice, information and demonstration on Wet Shimming!

@christianwilson7208 3 жыл бұрын

i love your content man, i just started as an apprentice and i'm loving it, and your videos! keep it up bro!

@TileCoach 3 жыл бұрын

Go, go, go! Take care of your body and mind my friend and you will go far in this trade! You are valuable, know your worth.

@STONE69_ 3 жыл бұрын

This is a really good system for a tub and shower by the looks of it.

@als1023 2 жыл бұрын

Cadillac video, came back rwice to catch some subtle detail, thank you Issac !!

@patrickflanagan8008 11 ай бұрын

Blimey mate, you made a cracking job of that, this was a superb tutorial. Nice one matey from across the pond.

@macmckulis7440 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the knowledge. I sure see the passion in your craft.

@Matt-my7pz 2 жыл бұрын

That caulking gun was hilarious. Really cool video man. I would so prefer doing what you just did. I just did a shower that I had to shim all walls 1/2" for shower pan flange and the walls were not very plumb or on the same perfect plane. I built it out with thinset but that sucks. Especially with two niches

@davidwilliamson3809 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Learned several things. I really appreciate your efforts putting your videos together. I know its a lot of effort. The one thing that made me laugh about this video is how clean you are when finished. I just look at the motor and it somehow gets all over me.

@tommynguyen8942 3 жыл бұрын

Hydroban is my go to boards. I like the density of it.

@gc7782 3 жыл бұрын

Very relevant! I hope the continuation of this video is soon to be released. Thank you:)

@warrensmith8677 9 ай бұрын

Thank you Tile Coach great information makes me confident I can do this!

@namornivek 2 жыл бұрын

I gotta redo my upstairs bathroom, removing the old tile from the tub and fix the pluming since the guys who did it last cut corners and just did a cheap job. Supper intimidated about getting it done, been watching these videos to learn what to look out for, how to remove old parts and the best/most important things to buy. So far ive broken a few tiles and am deciding to get some tools to cut around them and take chunks out. these videos have been very informative!

@joshkiewit4352 2 жыл бұрын

Hammer and crowbar. Hammer and big flathead screwdriver is an ll you need to get the tile up

@namornivek 2 жыл бұрын

@@joshkiewit4352 yea i ended up hammering away, making lines to "cut" out sections. Found this old curtain rod thats pretty much a mace and that has been fun to use lol. My biggest concern now is finding any damage and doing the actual construction.

@thedave1146 3 жыл бұрын

I love your videos, man. You're thorough, and super inciteful. I'm looking to get into learning to do tile and you're an inspiration to me. I have a few projects in mind for my house that I will be starting soon, and you've been a huge help. I appreciate what you do. I'd love to support you by rocking one of your O.Tilehats, but I don't know where I could buy one. Could you point me in the right direction?

@iamticklebot 3 жыл бұрын

Shoot dang! That stuff goes on smoother than warm butter on hot cornbread. Way better than the X brand crap I’ve been using.

@InheritVocs 3 жыл бұрын

Finally got some GoBoard!!🤩 love that stuff! Had I known you were going to use that I would have sent you a long sleeve lol it can get pretty irritating on the forearms. Though it’s my personal favorite board to use.

@Seancoyne89 3 жыл бұрын

You sold me on the work pants. 👍🏼

@BlueOriginAire 3 жыл бұрын

the pants are just right for this kind of wet work.

@chipmhandle 3 жыл бұрын

Kudos! my brother! Another great video!

@franktartan6808 Жыл бұрын

What do you mean to float something? "I could have floated this wall"... Great video! I am a perfectionist so really enjoy the quality. Will be doing my bathroom soon. Have to put the house back together after Ian....

@parkers5150 2 жыл бұрын

just some helpful insight .... taking the time to properly mask and protect a new product such as the tub will not only save you some eventual grief... but also will separate you in your clients eyes on a professional level. All shoes and boots have oils, solvents, dirt, and debris on their bottoms to varying degrees... not to mention a random screw , tack, staple, or nail .... when you hopped on the side walls it it hurt me just a little inside . On the flip, as a fellow professional, i truly value the knowledge that youre sharing on your platform!

@jamrock97sb 3 жыл бұрын

Another one Coach..Can't wait to see how u gonna address the outside reveal on wall opposite plumbing wall.

@viniciusxavier6267 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward for that too man

@natemartinez4595 3 жыл бұрын

Hes done it in his videos probably 5 times that I've seen and im.new tonthe channel. Try looking at those. Hes got recent one on the schluter miter trim.

@TileCoach 3 жыл бұрын

Link in the description

@TrackhawkGaps 3 жыл бұрын

Best tile guy on KZfaq.

@jordynirvin6647 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoy your channel helps me improve as a professional tile setter. Everyone no matter how old can always learn a little more. What are you using to protect the tubs, tape, paper? My way of doing it I feel isn't the best.

@Dtileandremodeling 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Issac, this method works for the banding to the tub. But there is no need. Use the Laticrete sealant to fill that gap where the board meets the tub and the recessed part of the flange .

@roscoewhitejr5621 3 жыл бұрын

Another great video I don't tile but I try to learn things on you tube

@ashleynobles7353 3 жыл бұрын

Love this content! Currently doing this same project :) do you have the other parts coming soon?

@Catholic647 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome video I love the content I'm going to be doing the same thing in my bathroom and need some help thank you. What do you do when you set your board in in it sits out a little bit further on the rim of your shower base?

@billycarson3408 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I really like that board. Have you ever tried SP-01 tub protection? Liquid application and peel. It’s nice and easy. Thank you for your video sir

@chriswood9693 3 жыл бұрын

I would like to see a follow up to this video to see how you finished the non-control short side of the shower. Did you use a trim of some kind or a sliver of tile?

@katoom-ju6vo 2 жыл бұрын

Another informative video. Also, that's a really cool T-shirt. It's design is based off of Metallica's first album cover.

@michaelhartman851 3 жыл бұрын

To avoid this issue I install alcove tubs which I believe are a hair wider than the standard ones however I do end up having to remove more drywall and sometimes remove a stud then reinstall once the tub is past it.

@gotanyketchup3422 3 жыл бұрын

I’ve been watching these with captioning on, and every time there is a scratch sound or something falls it says [applause]. It seems appropriate for this video. Good stuff

@860smalley 3 жыл бұрын

The whole time i was waiting for you to put the bucket in the tub with you so u didn't have to keep stepping out and then u did it i was like finally! lol

@angrypops897 3 жыл бұрын

Omg me 2 that's how I Roll lol

@hassansmith5463 3 жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for this video! thanks!

@eddiezambrano7590 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all your shared knowledge tile coach. Can you share a link to a video that will show me how to install a foot rest corner shelf? It’s a bathroom renovation. Thank you.

@shanefisher9383 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos man! I'm using durock and am curious if this same system could be used for my tub flange. I already have Aquadefense purchased and just want to make sure everything is compatible.

@vgolfoz 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos...all the way here in Australia! I think a great tutorial vid would be on how to determine where to start your tiling. Has always been something I've found difficult. How do you determine where to lay your first tile! Cheers.

@Aepek 3 жыл бұрын

Nice “new” process. Haven’t worked too much w/ laticrete, & look forward to give a go; as it looks really promising. Will be a “helper” on an upcoming bathroom remodel where laticrete will be used for a tub remodel,, and than another bathroom with a shower and tub. Excited to work with the products and “see” how they “feel& react” compared to the other products normally have used (last tub install with stacked tile was done with kerdi, and finished the transition to wall with kerdi jolly satin nickel. Appreciate your vids, and hoping you’ll do an updated installation vid w/ “new” process (along w/ a couple diff layouts and products when the opportunity comes, which hope it does😉). Know the “how to” install vids can be quite long, and what not....but that’s ok; as ppl can fast forward 😉 Cheers Isaac; and thx for the helpful videos you and crew put out for the Community. Cheers✌🏻

@TileCoach 3 жыл бұрын

Dude this stuff is on another level compared to Schluter. But Schluter has good drains and a few other components like niches, etc.

@frankrobinson3124 2 жыл бұрын

House moving is a common things

@user-oo7kp7on4j 9 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video! Super helpful! quick question for you, if that is ok. I noticed that you put the hydro ban board on top of the drywall on 2/3 walls, and on the 3rd wall, you have a GoBoard and then you put a hydro ban board on top of that. If you do not have drywall, and you are going directly onto the studs, would you recommend doing what you did on that 3rd wall? a layer of GoBoard and then a hydro ban board? Thanks in advance. Also, I noticed you do a ton of shower videos, but please more tub videos too! Love your content.

@lasluer Жыл бұрын

Hi! @tilecoach Very cool videos. Quick question. I’m only wondering if I can have my laticrete hydro ban board on the tub ledge instead of the tub flange? Thank you!!

@holdernewtshesrearin5471 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work. Prep work pays big dividends! A nice flat, square, true and plumb surface makes tilework so much easier and the finished product turns out as close to perfection as humanly possible. I presume youll use a mud cap tile around the edge to hide the extra thickness of the Hydro-ban board? And if not, what do you use? Are there options other than the various metal trims and accent tiles? For instance, if using a marble tile and the homeowner doesnt want any other tile or trim used, how would you treat that edge? Would you cut some marble with a bevel and angle it or what? Thanks in advance.

@joelochoa4038 10 ай бұрын

Great work brother!!!👍

@ArthurDentZaphodBeeb 3 жыл бұрын

Foam board is designed to span 16", so it's a lot faster just shim the studs. Rather than using thinset to build out the entire wall, use 1-5/8" x 1/8" Fortifiber Furring Strip material (felt - comes in 100' rolls, usually a 5-pack for $25 - it's inexpensive and almost all lumber yards/contractor supply houses will have it). Simply staple it on where you need to build out. Can build up multiple layers very quickly - framers use it a lot (old-timers cut rolls of 30# felt into 1 5/8 wide rolls - messy). No worries about compression when you screw off the foam board using felt furring strips, so can proceed immediately to waterproofing/tiling. I don't like using any cementious material in a waterproof assembly. I like using sealant.

@sheilaa1333 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you! Exactly what I needed for my project which needs 1/4” furring. I’d been searching and kept coming up with expensive lumber options.

@lrc87290 3 жыл бұрын

This is what a tile guy does. A carpenter does what you said.

@macman9689 3 жыл бұрын

i used composite shims doing what you said

@adamderoches8723 2 жыл бұрын

@@lrc87290 carpenter picks the fastest cheapest way. Tiler picks the strongest

@ResponseDigitalMedia Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video! What fasteners should be used installing the Kerdi board over a Masonary wall with furring strips?

@bizkit497 3 жыл бұрын

You mention floating out the kohler cast iron tubs. How exactly do you do that? I installed a kohler cast tub and my rough opening is just slightly larger than the tub. Your videos are awesome. Keep it up.

@BlueOriginAire 3 жыл бұрын

Great idea to fix an out of plumb wall.

@garronteed 3 жыл бұрын

Isaac, great video! I didn't see any fasteners in the tub flange. How did you set it, and what kind of prep was needed?

@leemarzahl8891 3 жыл бұрын

Awesome video!

@mattleggett5609 2 жыл бұрын

Nice work as always my man!! Only question in my mind is, why did you not put tape on the seams of the niche the same way you tapped up the rest of the wall seams? That question now asked anyone is welcome to chime in, also I did notice it looks to be caulked nonetheless so maybe thats just good enough but not sure so im anxious to hear some answers and thank you for sharing your great work and tips as always!!

@sonofthunder. 3 жыл бұрын

watched it....great job

@jwaynecoe 2 жыл бұрын

Those are some nice pants (in Sal’s voice).

@romarro4616 3 жыл бұрын

Nice metallica Pursuing a new career in the home renovation world

@Bradini267 3 жыл бұрын

Perfect video...done right.

@napleshomeimprovementsllc5944 3 жыл бұрын

Nice work 👍👍

@CaptainMedina 3 жыл бұрын

Good stuff man 👍👍

@immortalfruits311 3 жыл бұрын

Love your videos. Some of the negative commentators on here need to get a life. Or make their own videos since they're such experts. 🙄

@chefofthejungle179 3 жыл бұрын

Honestly. Everybody on KZfaq has been tiling for 500,000 years

@giovannitidona658 3 жыл бұрын

People can debate with the tradesman as long as you have a theory to support your rebuttal, conversation must be respectful towards Tile Coach

@andrewroussey3723 Жыл бұрын

I thought the content was great, and haven't read the negatives. But, if you're a content provider, wouldn't YOU want some criticism in order to perfect THAT craft? I've seen a lot of outstanding tradespeople make crappy videos. Everyone has room for improvement, and getting zero critical feedback doesn't help.

@adamn7516 2 жыл бұрын

Awesome. Only thing is I would have covered the entire tub up to the flange to protect it. No reason to risk damage while working.

@branexotic8822 3 жыл бұрын

Great video, what laser line do you personally use when you’re doing a floor layout for tile?

@bradseppala495 3 жыл бұрын

Love your shirt!

@TheBshackelford1 3 жыл бұрын

Check out the liquid applied scratch protection for tubs from protective products. Scratch Protection protects tubs, whirlpools and shower stalls against scratches, abrasions and job site dirt and grime. Easy-to-apply, the water-based coating cures to a durable, easy-to-remove "protective skin. Its not inexpensive but worth the peace of mind of not having to replace a tub that you damaged.

@BlueOriginAire 3 жыл бұрын

It’s more than that, it’s the 4 weeks of the homeowner stopping in to see how his very super clean new tub is holding up to all these contractors work-boots. 🧐🕵🏻‍♂️ I would blue tape the new tub edge, followed by painters plastic drop cloth all around, reinforce w/duct tape, followed by drop cloth, followed by furniture movers thick cloth. Keep that Tub spotless because your client and his wife will always remember those thoughtful details long after you’re gone.

@jorgeespinoza8934 7 ай бұрын

First time i visit your chanel,gotta say im impressed ..its my first time taking on a project like this ..i have a question wont the extra morter you use for the band un even the wall when u lay the tile down?cause u used morte to level the wall but the extra u put on top of they hydro board affect the tile?

@gregwilson9105 3 жыл бұрын

I have a question, and I know you are busy, but do you have any video's where you tile the front for the tub? I have a tub surround that I am going to be redoing using the kurdi system, and and there is tile on the front or face of the tub, up the side with a 3 to 3.5 inch lip on the top going into the tub. I cannot find any videos where someone is tiling the front or face. i have yet to demo the tub to see what is under the face, but I am sure it is plywood, at least is sounds like it. I am just curious if or how I have to bond the kurdi board to the top of the tub face. Thanks! I like you videos by the way very informative.

@Tom-xr2rv 10 ай бұрын

Thanks much for the videos! Is bathtub more achievable than curbless shower for a beginner? Thank you.

@danwaterman7806 3 жыл бұрын

@TileCoach I’m a DIYer and am undertaking this project at my own home in a months time. I have one question, could you have padded out the wall with 1/4” drywall to close the gap, then run the backer over it?

@matteberry58 3 жыл бұрын

Great content Isaac. Will you use Laticrete's waterproof over the top of sealed Hydroban board? Is it necessary or just good insurance. Love your channel and appreciate the education

@JohnEconomos-bf9xu 5 ай бұрын

If you are using 5/8 sheet rock what would you do or use to fill in the tub flange space from the tub base to the sheet rock for your waterproof membrane?

@mattmason7554 3 жыл бұрын

So much overkill these days. Old 4" tile on plaster from the 50s 60s still holding up 70 years later. Every year more measures added to a tile installation. What's next? Great work and videos. Just amazed at all the steps for a tub/shower.

@colinnicols5387 6 ай бұрын

Had same experience with an old ‘40’s house. New is not always better.

@jamoney8812 7 ай бұрын

Great video 👍🏽

@mattmlady3576 3 жыл бұрын

So Im doing this now but Im starting with studs and now drywall. I used furring strips to build it out and to plumb the studs up. would you then just recommend to just fasten the cement board to the wall then. And will the Hydro Ban you used to seal joints work on cement board?

@DrJeffM 2 жыл бұрын

where is the Step 2 video?

@C-Mah Жыл бұрын

Great instruction

@cookinitmax 4 ай бұрын

Keri band Membrane calls for a 1/8 trowel to Kerdi board. I just was talking to a rep from Schluter about it the other day feeling I need to go by the Manufacturer recommendations 3/10/24

@ronorense1194 2 жыл бұрын

Guy ain't happy with you stepping on Guy's tub...lol. nice work.

@luv14lyf 2 жыл бұрын

When removing previous tile is it ok to remove both tile and drywall and replace with just 1/2 backer board then tile? Also Curious. Is there a reason why most 12x24 tile is laid horizontally instead of vertically? I'll be tiling my tub Alcove and was planning to tile vertically in a staggered pattern with a vertical glass mosaic 12" wide strip of 3x6 tiles staggered 3" off center.

@c_purzycki Жыл бұрын

Hey when installing cement board should it be: 1. Flush with tub flange (or can it protrude out from flange) and 2. Should it sit on top of flange or should it go down to tub deck (of course with 1/4” gap)?

@farikomike524 2 жыл бұрын

Props on the "kill em all" shirt...... nice 👍

@TheSkylar25 5 ай бұрын

When you go to grout and caulk the surround do you need to leave weep holes

@bcdoll01 9 ай бұрын

So I have a big question I'm putting half inch densshield on top of my tub flange and I'm going to do a vinyl waterproof tile what does a person use to fill the void between the tile and the tub at the bottom?

@linnerellie209 Жыл бұрын

I have an off topic question. I am wanting to install a 60in tub but just realized my space is only 58. I was wondering if it was possible to plane down the studs? Any information would be great. Thank you

@skilo81 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Isaac - Do you find it necessary to use the membrane over all the seams even if you were to use the polyurethane sealant to fill in all the board seams?

@georgefromiami 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Isaac, question, did you prepare the walls and installed the tub previous to going again and level the walls?......or you are just there for the tile installation?