Need suggestions on water proofing around the tub/shower!
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Cindy Hagemann on Sep 22, 2016The walls need to be built out of cement board for waterproofing purposes. Even though it is a tub not a shower, water and moisture can be an issue. So that is why tile is usually a good choice. Here is a link to tiling: http://www.diynetwork.com/how-to/rooms-and-sp...Helpful Reply
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512181 on Sep 22, 2016This is a bigger job than you might want! Above Marketing Mom is right, you will need to build a cement board wall and then install tile, or vinyl bead board. You might look into peel and stick tile at the big box stores and see if that would work.Helpful Reply
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Johnchip on Sep 22, 2016I will assume since you have already replaced, your back wall moisture issue was taken into consideration before with the old tub. If you are heart set on the 'steam punk' metal look, it is not that expensive to have a stainless piece made and installed, you might be surprised. To use stick-on or a cheap fix, that is what you will end up and it will not hold. Consider what kind of investment this is and how you want to treat your home value.Helpful Reply
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Ann Smith on Sep 22, 2016silicone caulk to seal every crack/crevice, and yes, you will need hardi-backer behind all surfaces exposed to moisture......Helpful Reply
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Ann Smith on Sep 22, 2016I am still finishing this:Helpful Reply
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