Replace Plastic Shower Floor

If necessary build out studs with inch plywood strips so pan clears any obstructions.

Replace plastic shower floor.

Cut old acrylic shower surround with a reciprocating saw and remove the surround. Break and remove tiling around the edges of the pan if it prevents removal. W x 40 in. Set new acrylic shower pan on floor and check its fit against the studs.

L shower floor repair inlay kit will work on any shower pan including fiberglass acrylic porcelain cast iron pressed steel enamel and plastic. This will break down any oil buildup. A tile hammer and chisel are ideal for this task. Also mark if pan overlaps the floor tile.

Mark shower pan s drain hole onto the subfloor. Replacing the pan requires a simple reinstallation and caulking to create a watertight seal between the pan and tiled walls. Instead of tearing out the entire shower stall purchase a diy kit to fix the crack in the plastic shower wall yourself. This can be a difficult thing to do after the pan is already installed.

Use a shower pan. The right kit depends upon the nature of the problem. Add a cup of white distilled vinegar to a gallon of water and wipe the shower stall down with the solution. Add new plastic shims.

Smooth the mud out and create a 1 4 inch slope per foot of shower floor space toward the drain. It may be possible to access the bottom of the shower pan from a room below the shower. Scrape the surface of the mud to remove dust debris and. Simply cut the caulking and drain pipe to remove the shower pan.

Steps to replacing a shower pan. The inlay s built in anti slip texture also helps prevent serious falls in the shower which according to the cdc is the biggest cause of accidental injuries in the home. Leave the deck mud to cure for 72 hours. Wipe the surface of the shower down with a clean dry towel.