HOW TO INSTALL A SHOWER BASE (DREAMLINE)

This video goes over how to set an acrylic shower base in mortar. I will be setting a Dreamline SlimLine shower base that is 34in X 60in with a center drain. The process that I am using to set the pan can be used with any pan that requires a mortar base. This is one of the only way s I have found to avoid noisy creaking when you need to float the base.

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[SteveH-TN]

Thanks for sharing this video and information. I am recovering from 2 strokes & don’t have full recovery of my left arm. I have friend that is going remove my 1970’s shower & install a new Dreamline Aqua-Q fold shower. I am watching videos to educate myself & be able to discuss the processes with him. I really appreciate your help 👍🤩🤗

[aimlessimages]

Dreamline says to NOT screw the pan into the studs... but I see lots and lots of contractors pre-drilling and screwing them in place. Do you have an opinion on this? Thanks!

[pavlokraievskyi]

I’d use an uncoupling membrane or roofing paper before setting mortar bed. Also it’s best to have mortar thinner milkshake like consist.

[lillithjones]

Someone said to leave a 1/8 inch gap between the studs and the base so that when somebody steps on the base there is room for flexing what do you think about that?

[edwardgonfindini]

A note about this pan: there is a little decal that states: inspect for defects before installation. Are you kidding me? Having worked as a QC inspector that would be the factories job before it leaves, right?

[hitwall]

Seems like those round circular feet can be a problem.

[johng]

The mortar is WAY TOO THICK for a standard install unless the subfloor is WAY out of level. Anything within a 1/4" needs a much thinner/wetter mix.