Fantastic! Thanks for showing all the intricate details.
@constructionhacks9293
7 ай бұрын
You’re the best! Thanks for your support!
@julrob97
Күн бұрын
You don’t put a 2x4 ledger board around the perimeter of the tub for my support?
@constructionhacks9293
Күн бұрын
@@julrob97 yes you can if that’s your style! Thanks for the query!
@papaalan1765
7 ай бұрын
Thank you for the video effort, I know it's been a while since it came out but still it helps those of us who are impaired especially. Did I miss you explaining how you suspended the tub to mortar underneath it or did you just have a tight wedge situation holding it up and felt adventurous to get underneath it?
@johnaultman6970
6 ай бұрын
He didn’t say, but he screwed the tub flange to the 2x4 framing while it was suspended. You can see him removing it at about 6:40.
@papaalan1765
6 ай бұрын
@@johnaultman6970 thank you, i figured it out yet this tub was damaged by plumbers recently, (the flange part) so I came up with a homemade solution to suspend it with a 2 ft space underneath to put in the mortar. it's all good now.
@johnaultman6970
6 ай бұрын
@@papaalan1765 Good thing you were able to fix it. All’s well that ends well.
@SteveRosato
3 ай бұрын
What was the difference in the tub height once mortar install was complete after dry fit. How much did the mortar raise the tub? BTW thanx for great explanation.
@constructionhacks9293
2 ай бұрын
@@SteveRosato it sits pretty close to dry, it’s raised where the level needed to come up. Thanks for your support!
@rickrichards1561
3 ай бұрын
Great job James!!! You are amazing!!!
@constructionhacks9293
3 ай бұрын
@@rickrichards1561 thanks for your support!
@ogfktup
2 ай бұрын
How did yall hook up the drain connections?
@titude
4 ай бұрын
Great job, Nathan!
@constructionhacks9293
4 ай бұрын
Thanks for your support! Nathan is the best!
@thomassavage527
9 ай бұрын
Now that's a good motar bed..! Thanks. I like adding some to the bottom of tub or shower base too.
@constructionhacks9293
9 ай бұрын
Thanks for your support!
@OmniXBro
10 ай бұрын
Is lowering the bathtub onto the drain good enough to connect the drainage?
@constructionhacks9293
10 ай бұрын
They thread on once in place yes! Thanks for your support!
@leesnodgrass5708
Жыл бұрын
What is the black padding material that was used after installation to protect against scratches while drywall and other construction occurred?
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
Rubber shower lining from Lowe’s in the plumbing section, thanks for your support!
@constructionhacks9293
10 ай бұрын
Good laminate underlayment!
@scotttullis7084
5 ай бұрын
You do not want it to bond, just have full support. Other than that nice informative job video.
@constructionhacks9293
5 ай бұрын
Thanks for the comment! I don’t think it hurts to bond it!
@scotttullis7084
5 ай бұрын
@@constructionhacks9293 Bonding introduces stress into the system. Any movement in the subfloor can transfer those stresses. Real issue in the flooring / tile industry that transfers into other areas of construction. Just something to consider. Not to mention removal in the future. Best to use a non modified thinset if you are using thinset .
@constructionhacks9293
5 ай бұрын
@@scotttullis7084 I don’t think the bonding is an issue, what I don’t like about dry fitting (no bond) is if you step on the tub and push down the concrete during install it leaves a gap that will cause flexing and cracking over time.
@omegaplumbing
9 ай бұрын
Ok just watched more of this video this is not the way at all. 😂
@constructionhacks9293
9 ай бұрын
Yes it is!
@Appa8
8 ай бұрын
Instead of saying “no this isn’t the way” and not explaining. Why don’t you explain how you would do it.
@constructionhacks9293
8 ай бұрын
@@Appa8 Amen!
@Appa8
8 ай бұрын
@@omegaplumbing Ah gotcha. Thank you for the explanation.
@WayPastCrazy2525
3 ай бұрын
@@omegaplumbing 1. Most come with installation guide. Your point? 2. My installation guide doesn't say to use a stringer. My tub looks identical to this tub. 3. True, as I can't access the tub through other rooms. But instead I'm still going to use a 2x4 and build a temporary shelf between studs to lay the board on as a support underneath and then still use 2 screws in the flange to keep it steady against the wall as it remains elevated while I do the work. 4. I thought that was what he did? 5. I thought that was what he did? If you mean applying mud on tub too, there's another discussion in here about that. I'm personally going to put felt between the mud and the tub because if there IS any flex, i don't want noise of mortar crumbs down the road. In addition, I don't know if mortar has any long-term adverse affects on fiberglass.
@louisportillo1821
5 ай бұрын
Instead of mortar can i spray foam?
@constructionhacks9293
5 ай бұрын
Foam deteriorates over time and will begin flexing the tub
@EfBEye888
3 ай бұрын
Why would you drill screw holes before leveling the tub...?
@Andy-rp3ee
Ай бұрын
Umm, because he suspended the tub? He didn’t drill into the studs by the looks of it.
@juanmorebeers
8 ай бұрын
Buttering the bottom of your tub. Now I’ve seen it all.
@constructionhacks9293
8 ай бұрын
You should try it sometime!
@ChristopherjBallou-zo2ql
7 ай бұрын
I’ve been doing bathtubs for years and to be honest with you you did a very nice job, but I feel your process is definitely tedious. I think there’s a lot more simpler ways to do it without overdoing it and over, analyzing, and no offense, but drop in the level of the acrylic tub was not cool.
@constructionhacks9293
7 ай бұрын
Thanks for your input, no offense but it’s gonna last a lifetime and should be done right even if it takes some time. Also it is fiberglass! And yes, watch those tools while working!
@WayPastCrazy2525
3 ай бұрын
At Christopher.... If you're going to critique his time and methods, then the least you can do is offer up your alternative method to demonstrate why yours is better. Until then, this is the gold standard as far as I'm concerned because I've been struggling with my tub install in the exact same tight space with zero room to operate and this vid has helped IMMENSELY!
@Andy-rp3ee
Ай бұрын
…and honestly this is the only method I can think of for our renovation with finished walls around the tub and a wall to wall soaker. Honestly, it makes a lot of sense without a ton of manpower.
@jeremyb4909
11 ай бұрын
How many gallons or motor did it take to do that job?
@constructionhacks9293
11 ай бұрын
30
@constructionhacks9293
10 ай бұрын
Maybe 15
@omegaplumbing
9 ай бұрын
I just installed a tub in the corner with concrete on either two sides so this hack wouldnt have worked.
@constructionhacks9293
8 ай бұрын
Why not?
@paulradice3534
16 күн бұрын
He’ll learn
@loramcclamrock5549
2 жыл бұрын
How to put in the mortar bed???
@constructionhacks9293
2 жыл бұрын
Two man lift down
@rotcod2886
Жыл бұрын
@@constructionhacks9293 How does someone lift DOWN?
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
@@rotcod2886 same way, two guys, grab it on the corners and wiggle it down! Thanks for your support
@cookinitmax
Жыл бұрын
New tub isn't so new when dropping stuff into it. My brother lives for doing that kinda thing.
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
What???
@mavelous1763
Жыл бұрын
Yes, the tub should’ve been protected til done
@mercedesgonzalez3499
Жыл бұрын
wow what a hack job
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
We are seeing a bathtub in a bathroom so I’ll take that as a compliment!
@triciaf5348
Жыл бұрын
is a creaking tub floor one issue with the tub not being level? i have a tub installed at the moment, and the floor is creaking, the boards are up ready to tile, but i am concerned with the creaking noise as i step around on the tub floor, (americast tub) also, it was foamed to make a correction (the foam was entered from our garage to bottom of the tub - where the plumping / tub is).
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
A lot of time do you hear cracking because it’s a cheap tub and it needs to have concrete underneath of it to keep it from flexing
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
Sometimes, if it’s upstairs on a subfloor, this won’t even completely solve the problem
@triciaf5348
Жыл бұрын
It's a split level home, 1972, upstairs bathroom.
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
@@triciaf5348 I recommend a reinforced fiberglass bottom tub, a little more money but well worth it.
@triciaf5348
Жыл бұрын
@constructionhacks9293 it's a little too late for that. My contractor lifted up the tub to put more foam under it. I'm hoping this does the trick.
@nmatthew7469
Жыл бұрын
Is there a ledger board here?
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
Under the tub there is a piece of plywood. Is that what your asking?
@nmatthew7469
Жыл бұрын
@@constructionhacks9293 a 2x4 on the wall. Since I saw this video I installed a tub, tricky to get level. Finally I got it after about ten tries dry fitting and removing.
@constructionhacks9293
Жыл бұрын
@@nmatthew7469 it is tricky, I take my time!
@deaneng8540
Жыл бұрын
why not level the floor instead before you install the tub?
@Faruk651
Жыл бұрын
Yea, like tubs ever come straight or square. I assume you never installed a tub before.
@scottburgle2169
Жыл бұрын
The idea is to support the bottom of the tub. Tub floors generally do not sit Flush with the sides due to inconsistencies in people’s homes. The tub itself will then need support on the bottom so that it’s not moving when full with water and a person inside.
@cookinitmax
Жыл бұрын
I just removed a tub it was resting on the tub pipe water outlet when I cut the tub out it fell 1"1/2" to floor can't believe the work some people do.
@thomascooke6484
29 күн бұрын
Its not tile. The mortar is only for support. You dont backbutter a tub.
@constructionhacks9293
27 күн бұрын
@@thomascooke6484 yes you do!!!
@nathanlarson1058
6 ай бұрын
Brad yelton!
@constructionhacks9293
6 ай бұрын
Hey bro!
@michaelsilsby45
5 ай бұрын
WTF are you shimming for when you are set in a bed of mortar, and did you put screws through the flange of the tub? WOW!!! Do you really know what you are talking about? I truly disagree when someone with minimal knowledge tries to give DIY's guidance on how to do something they truly know very little about. THIS HAPPENS QUITE OFTEN IN HOME DEPOT. OH, AND FYI: the pocket at the front of the tub is for a 2x4 not a huge pile of thick mortar. Usually I double up that 2x4. And YES, YOU DO WANT TO MIX YOUR MUD SLACK, NOT THICK LIKE YOU SAY. YOU WANT YOUR TUB TO SIT IN A BED OF LOOSELY MIXED MUD SO IT DOESNT SET UP ON YOU CREATING A COLD JOINT PRIOR TO FULLY CURING.
@constructionhacks9293
5 ай бұрын
To thin no support! It sounds like you’re set in your ways! You should try it my way sometime! It’s better!
@CRAIGD725
6 ай бұрын
What is happening here??
@constructionhacks9293
6 ай бұрын
Cool stuff!
@johng9562
Жыл бұрын
Hacking away.....?!&^%
@lisaboesmith1505
10 ай бұрын
I actually flinched when he dropped the level in the tub.
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