{"id":4012697,"date":"2021-03-17T02:00:00","date_gmt":"2021-03-17T07:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/housecaravan.com\/?p=4012697"},"modified":"2021-12-21T12:15:25","modified_gmt":"2021-12-21T17:15:25","slug":"should-i-tile-under-my-shower-base","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/housecaravan.com\/should-i-tile-under-my-shower-base\/","title":{"rendered":"Should I Tile Under My Shower Base?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you renovating your bathroom and are wondering if you should tile under your shower base? Choosing and installing a shower base takes some tile and is careful planning to make sure that everything fits and works well. The shower base should fit the space and work with the existing drain line. If you are thinking about tiling under the shower base but is hesitant if it is a good idea or not, we have shared tips and information that you can refer to.<\/p>\n

Should I tile under my shower base? It is not ideal to tile under the shower base because it may not end up a level and there is a chance that it will come loose after too much weight is put into it. Moreover, grout is not waterproof and will absorb water which is not something that you want to happen under the shower. Another reason why tiling under the shower base is not ideal is that tile will not enhance the waterproofing without the use of a waterproofing layer.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The shower base is an important part of your shower because it serves as the foundation and makes sure that water will fall into the drain and not on the floorboards or basement. What do you put under a shower base? Can you put tile on a shower base? What are the different types of tile shower bases? These are some of the questions that we will answer. Read the rest of this article for more information that can help you make an important decision on whether to tile under your shower base or not.<\/p>\n\n\n

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Can You Put Tile on Shower Base?<\/h2>\n

You can place tiles over the existing tiled shower base or pans that you have just as long as they are intact and do not have any visible damage or leaks.<\/strong> Shower floors are often tiled to achieve a stable standing surface that is comfortable on bare feet and also to add a decorative look into the bathroom.<\/p>\n

What Do You Put Under a Shower Base?<\/h2>\n

To see how stable the shower base is, you can put cardboard on it. Walk around and test how stable it is. Some installers also recommend placing a bed of mortar down the shower base to sit on.<\/strong> You can check out the installation instructions from the manufacturer for other options in case a mortar is not recommended.<\/p>\n

Tile Shower Bases<\/h2>\n

The two types of tile shower bases are tileable shower base systems and tiles over concrete. You can tile the floor of your shower if you want it to match the bathroom floor tile or the walls.<\/strong> Bear in mind that the shower floor is mostly wet and can be slippery so you need to consider choosing a texture that is safe and not a slipping hazard.<\/p>\n

Tileable Shower Base System<\/h3>\n

A good option would be to purchase a tile-ready floor pan. They are usually designed with chrome drains and made of composite plastic materials or fiberglass<\/a>. This shower base is designed to make the drain easy to connect with your plumbing. It can also come with waterproof epoxy that will adhere to the bottom and sides of the pan and the tiles. Tileable shower base systems cost around 500 dollars minimum without including installation.<\/p>\n

Tile Over Concrete<\/h3>\n

You can install tile over concrete for a more traditional tile installation. For this, you will need to use waterproof material to set the tiles and to coat them because the tiles and grout are not waterproof. Moreover, you may also need to set the drain in place and connect it to the plumbing. This is your best option if you want to customize the shape, size, and appearance of your shower floor. The cost for tile over concrete installation varies depending on the materials that you choose as well as the complexity and size of the shower floor. However, it is more expensive as compared to pre-made shower pans because of labor.<\/p>\n

Do You Tile First Before Installing the Shower?<\/h2>\n

Some tile installation experts recommend installing the shower first before installing tiles on the floor. The reason for this is that tile and mortar can fall into the floor when you are working on the walls which can damage the tile floor that you have just installed.<\/strong> In case the tile floor is installed first, you need to cover it with a protective cloth to prevent damage while you are working on the shower. You can also check out this article that we have shared that talks about what size shower stalls come in?<\/a> We have shared useful tips and information about the topic.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Video – Shower Pan TILE Installation<\/h3>\n

Andrew Thron Improvements shared the video below on YouTube. It demonstrates how to set a shower drain and tile shower with mosaic tile. Watch the video below for the step-by-step process on how to complete a shower pan tile installation.<\/p>\n\n\n

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