How To Build A Shower Floor On Concrete

How to tile a shower over a concrete slab.

How to build a shower floor on concrete. Concrete may seem like an odd material to use in a bathroom but it has several qualities that make it an appealing choice. Make your curb out of 2x4 s. Once the threshold is finished and concrete board is on the surrounding walls it s time to create the concrete slope inside the shower pan liner.

It would mean having to forego the zero entry i wanted and have about a 4 1 2 step up curb going into the shower. If needed use 2x4 lumber to frame in the box that will serve as the form for the concrete pour. However the first piece which is anchored into the concrete with 2 1 2 inch masonry screws must be pressure treated wood as it is resting directly against the concrete slab.

Deck mud also known as floor mud or dry pack mortar is a simple mixture of sand portland cement and water. Check local building codes for the correct concrete depth and the required size and thickness for the rubber membrane. Tiled shower floors are visually appealing as well as hygienic.

Water and water damage. Tile floors do not require as much care and cleaning as porcelain or fiberglass. Build your curb at the entry of the shower stall.

One is to basically build a shower pan floor on top of the slab and tile it. Make sure not to install screws toward the bottom of the concrete board that would go through the vinyl pan liner within 3 inches of the floor. How to create a stained concrete shower floor.

It would have all the appropriate layers and whatever runs up the wall under the durarock.