How do I build and install an arch over a tub?
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Are you looking for something like this:
https://www.hometalk.com/diy/bathroom/showers-tubs/curved-cornice-board-for-shower-9842181?expand_all_questions=1
Curved Cornice Board for Shower
https://www.familyhandyman.com/drywall/how-to-build-a-drywall-arch/view-all/ Here's a helpful tutorial
EZ Anchors help a great deal for secure fastening in sheet rock. Love those things!!
Hi Jana,
Here's a video from DIY network that might help.
https://www.diynetwork.com/videos/arched-shower-and-tub-design-0136643
This video is from someone else but shows installation.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zD8SmPJA_-M
Hope these help.
Even the 90 degree angle irons will hold up the arch without a problem, just keep them inside the arch so they don't show from the outside. Make sure you top coat with a marine grade product to make it more waterproof in the high moisture and humidity in the bathroom.