@Renee Gilmore Hello, you need to buy the foam and wrap around the pipe until you are right to the surrounding floor. Then silicone any little gap between the foam and the floor. This will keep the self leveling compound from going down into the hole that is around the pipe. www.amazon.com/dp/B00FK8P5TI/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_mw
I appreciate the video and find it very helpful. This my first diy shower install and I really don’t want to crawl under the home to install the shower drain assembly. I just ordered the proflo model PF140NC.
The ABS drain pipe slips into the drain pipe assembly with a friction fit and then a nut is tightened down around the black gasket. There are also glue in type drain assemblies but you have to have access from below.
@@AndyGraves Does the proflo assembly come with everything minus the putty?
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I work with Corian in Brazil. I saw that you fill the entire thermoformed base from below to level everything. What did you use for this filling? Congratulations on your work and thanks for making videos!
We use 3" thick ridgid foam. There is another shower video that shows it. There is also a video showing how to cut it off with a foam cutter. Look for the solid surface shower playlist.
Hello. It is Oatay 38711 Foam Closet Flange Spacer - amzn.to/3nnx8kt . We wrap it around the drain pipe and secure with masking tape. After the concrete is cure, just remove. You can reuse it as well.
Can you produce a video on installing a Bootz porcelin over steel shower pan? What make of pan is that? Did you have to set that pan in mortar or a sand mix?
Great tutorial. I want to replace my bath tub with a shower base. I've already removed the tub and now there's just a cement base. Do i still have to put another layer of fresh cement under the new shower base? Or can it just sit ontop of the existing previous cement floor where the bath tub was on before? Thanks
No, it just needs to be level. You can use some silicone to hold it in place but the weight and it being locked into place with the walls is really all you need. FYI, make sure the wood floor does not squeak and screw it down really well.
Yea, sorry about that, I didn't realize it was loud like that but the new videos have had the volume reduced on the intro. I guess I'm better at making showers than I am at making videos.
It is just sitting there. You can silicone it down but it's not necessary. The panels will hold everything in place. It's nice to be able to make micro adjustments when fitting the panels and the drain assembly. we have never had an issue with it not actually being glued to the floor. Yes, the drain pipe is coming up into the brass drain assembly. The final connection will be made by the plumber with the gasket and brass ring.
I use a foam flange wrap and just keep wrapping it around until I get wider than my drain assembly. It can be used over and over again. Oatey® Foam Closet Spacer/Wrap - www.homedepot.com/p/Oatey-4-in-x-4-in-Foam-Closet-Flange-Spacer-38711/100346883
When you place a level on the floor the bubble should be dead center. If it's flat but out of level by 1/8", it changes the way the shower pan will drain. This is a critical step in the process to get correct.
That is correct, once the self leveling compound is used, just set in place. Use a little silicone if you feel more comfortable but otherwise the panels will hold everything in place.
It starts with the studs and drywall. We install a lot of showers where they aren't plumb. Customers really don't seem to notice. The glass door make up for the difference. You can shim the panels a little expensive to make them flat. Flat is important especially on the sides where you will see the edge. It's nice to have that straight.
That is correct. The plan will expand and contract and cannot be screwed to the wall. You can put silicone under the pan if you like but we just let them free float.
The pieces are marked as they come off the CNC so you can assemble the pieces faster. The right and left piece may look the same but they could be different by only 1/8"
Thanks for watching. If you have any ideas or questions please comment. Let me know if you have any ideas for future videos.
@Renee Gilmore Hello, you need to buy the foam and wrap around the pipe until you are right to the surrounding floor. Then silicone any little gap between the foam and the floor. This will keep the self leveling compound from going down into the hole that is around the pipe.
www.amazon.com/dp/B00FK8P5TI/?ref=idea_lv_dp_ov_mw
What brand pan is that?
Corian custom made at our shop in Anaheim.
Hi how do you compare the mustee to sterling.
So no glue to the floor? No mortar to lay it in. You just drop it in?
I appreciate the video and find it very helpful. This my first diy shower install and I really don’t want to crawl under the home to install the shower drain assembly. I just ordered the proflo model PF140NC.
Thanks for watching, glad it helped.
Interesting video. Thank you to share your knowledge to help the people to make theri proyect.
Thank you
This is a very good TV show and we love it!
Thank you
Awesome technique for cutting the pipe flush with the floor!
Thank you! Cheers!
By watching this videos some day I can start fabrication myself, thank you sir.
Glad to hear it. Thanks for watching.
I yelled "No!" When I seen him put the cardboard ring on first, and then he corrected it. 😂 must of heard me.
No kidding. I was going to cut that out of the video but I think it made a good point when he corrected it. 👍🏽😀
B.Michael Brown lol
lol
I was going to leave the same comment, LOL.
You did good job but is it defaulter to install the drainage could do u have a video how the plumber did the last section i mean sealing the pipe thx
No I don't, but the tailpipe is like what is common on a regular sink drain.
How did you make the connection to the pipe? Did you have to cement the PVC or did the drain fitting slip onto it without needing a seal?
The ABS drain pipe slips into the drain pipe assembly with a friction fit and then a nut is tightened down around the black gasket. There are also glue in type drain assemblies but you have to have access from below.
@@AndyGraves Does the proflo assembly come with everything minus the putty?
I work with Corian in Brazil. I saw that you fill the entire thermoformed base from below to level everything. What did you use for this filling?
Congratulations on your work and thanks for making videos!
We use 3" thick ridgid foam. There is another shower video that shows it. There is also a video showing how to cut it off with a foam cutter. Look for the solid surface shower playlist.
@@AndyGraves Thanks!!! :D
what did you put around the drain pipe, edges to make self leveling liquid not leak? Appreciate the help in advance. I am planning to do the same.
Hello. It is Oatay 38711 Foam Closet Flange Spacer - amzn.to/3nnx8kt . We wrap it around the drain pipe and secure with masking tape. After the concrete is cure, just remove. You can reuse it as well.
doing a good job
Thanks
Can you produce a video on installing a Bootz porcelin over steel shower pan? What make of pan is that? Did you have to set that pan in mortar or a sand mix?
I don't know what that is.
Do you guys custom build floor pans? I'm looking for a 48 X 72 pan. Approximately how much?
Hello, yes we can make a custom pan. Give Valerie a call at 714-528-3789 or email at valerie@olivemill.com
Isn't this the same video we saw a few days ago? Perhaps I'm living in groundhog day :)
Yeah, I re-uploaded it because my wife told me I sounded depressed. I did a voice over on the first part.
@@AndyGraves your in California.. I understand why your depressed LOL
Always a good idea to listen to the wife 🙂
Great tutorial. I want to replace my bath tub with a shower base. I've already removed the tub and now there's just a cement base. Do i still have to put another layer of fresh cement under the new shower base? Or can it just sit ontop of the existing previous cement floor where the bath tub was on before? Thanks
Thank you. That is self leveling compound to make to area perfectly flat.
Ok thanks
If I have a level (wooden) subfloor, do I need the leveling compound or thinset?
No, it just needs to be level. You can use some silicone to hold it in place but the weight and it being locked into place with the walls is really all you need. FYI, make sure the wood floor does not squeak and screw it down really well.
@@AndyGraves Terrific, thank you for the advice and the response.
@@AndyGraves I was wondering the same thing. I am installing a shower pan on a wood floor as well. Great video. Thank you.
The intro/exit music is insanely loud especially if listening with headphones.
Yea, sorry about that, I didn't realize it was loud like that but the new videos have had the volume reduced on the intro. I guess I'm better at making showers than I am at making videos.
Can you level the floor first (if needed) with thinset and then cut the drain hole?
I guess you could but typically there is always a hole because rough in plumbing is done first.
what type of pan is it do u have a link for this it is not fiber glass ?
This pan is made with Staron Solid Surface.
The pan is just sitting there? No screw and anything to make it stable? Is the drain pipe coming through the drain?
It is just sitting there. You can silicone it down but it's not necessary. The panels will hold everything in place. It's nice to be able to make micro adjustments when fitting the panels and the drain assembly. we have never had an issue with it not actually being glued to the floor.
Yes, the drain pipe is coming up into the brass drain assembly. The final connection will be made by the plumber with the gasket and brass ring.
I need one of those shower pans for a standard shower with a left side drain.
Email valerie.olivemill@gmail.com with the sizes. We also need your location. She will get back with you with a price. Thanks
which thickness of solid surface you use for the shower pan / walls?
12 mm
maybe i missed it - what brand was your shower base ?
It's made with Corian. We custom make them in our shop.
@@AndyGraves $$$$ ?????? 36 x 48
@@mixter7x7 You would have to contact Valerie@olivemill.com . I don't know the pricing, I just make the pans.
@@AndyGraves thank you
What did you use around your drain pipe when you used the self leveling concrete to seal the pipe?
I use a foam flange wrap and just keep wrapping it around until I get wider than my drain assembly. It can be used over and over again.
Oatey® Foam Closet Spacer/Wrap - www.homedepot.com/p/Oatey-4-in-x-4-in-Foam-Closet-Flange-Spacer-38711/100346883
What brand of pan is it? Wish you were located in Massachusetts.
Hello, we make the pans at our shop in California. We also ship to anywhere in the United States.
Andy Graves Great thanks!!
@@AndyGraves what is the name of your shop?
Olive Mill
@@AndyGraves do you make ADA barrier free, or very low threshold pans?
Can you please quantify "perfect", "perfectly flat", "perfectly level" etc.
When you place a level on the floor the bubble should be dead center. If it's flat but out of level by 1/8", it changes the way the shower pan will drain.
This is a critical step in the process to get correct.
wait... you didnt show us how to level or actually install the pan.... do I just simply set the pan on the floor???
That is correct, once the self leveling compound is used, just set in place. Use a little silicone if you feel more comfortable but otherwise the panels will hold everything in place.
Where did you purchase your shower base.
We make those at my Corian shop.
No link for the shower base??
That is a custom shower base. Email valerie.olivemill@gmail.com for more information.
Why do u need the cardboard ring between the rubber and brass ring?
The cardboard is a slip ring so the brass nut does not grab the rubber washer.
@@AndyGraves I would have thrown it away 😱
Andy Graves , I would of thrown the cardboard away. Put a little washing up liquid on the rubber. Then tighten the the brass ring
Does the carboard still grab the rubber seal ? Or are you concerned about carboard in a wet area ?
If water get to the cardboard there is a leak. The cardboard should stay dry forever.
Was the ceramic cut flush or was it underneath?
What ceramic are you talking about?
@@AndyGraves The orange ceramic before the pan
Hi what is the brand of shower pan? Cost? Where did you purchase?
I make the pans with Corian solid surface material. What city are you located?
How do get your walls plumb and square ???????????
It starts with the studs and drywall. We install a lot of showers where they aren't plumb. Customers really don't seem to notice. The glass door make up for the difference.
You can shim the panels a little expensive to make them flat. Flat is important especially on the sides where you will see the edge. It's nice to have that straight.
How do you secure the pan to the floor ?
Just use 100% silicone.
what shower pan is this
You can purchase the shower pan at Olive Mill 714-528-3789
where is Part 3??
Go to my channel and look under 'videos', it's there.
chicago electric makes awesome tools.
Not a huge fan for professional use. They are great for DIY projects though.
what is the name of this shower pan how much it cost
Hello, Shower pan are proceed based on the size and color. It's called a solid surface shower pan.
@@AndyGraves do u know what brand is that looks very nice
@@johnal4560 Corian, Staron, HI-MACS, Wilsonart and Livingstone would all make great looking solid surface shower pans.
You didn't secure the pan with screws to the studs.
That is correct. The plan will expand and contract and cannot be screwed to the wall. You can put silicone under the pan if you like but we just let them free float.
Edit the Music Volume.
I have since, lowered it on other videos but not sure I can lower it on this one, but will try.
If you have to mark the sides of back and seriously don't know what the front is than someone doesn't know what they're doing
The pieces are marked as they come off the CNC so you can assemble the pieces faster. The right and left piece may look the same but they could be different by only 1/8"
Where's step 1?
Go to my channel and I have a shower installation video series.
Why do people call it "dry" rot? Dry wood don't rot.
LOL. Dry rot is actually a species of wood fungus known as Serpula lacrymans.
Misleading you did not actually shown how to install the shower pan.
I lost the recording of setting it in place. Should I remove the video from CZcams?
You really need a plumber to come and finish that drain? Maybe he can bring some cardboard to make sure the drain is right
What is wrong with the drain?
@@AndyGraves Why would you need a plumber to finish the drain?
@@transformationofthebride2295 we have a plumber connect the drain for insurance reasons.
@@AndyGraves I did not know... But I know that homeowners can do their bathroom once you file for a permit...?
Plumbers putty bad. Pure silicone so much better
Why?
Regular Plumbers Putty has been known to stain some surfaces. There is a Stain-free Plumbers Putty for use with surfaces such as Corian.
We have not had issues but have since switched to silicone.