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The compression joint screw cap was then tightened pinch tight to secure the waste pipe in place. Advice on plastic compression wastes and how they go together can be seen in our project here. New ceramic tiles above a shower tray grouted and once cured gap between shower tray and tiles filled with silicone sealant Before you start, you need to make sure that the floor beneath the tray is capable of supporting it. It needs to be completely firm, with no flexibility as this can cause problems. Mark out where the tray is going to go and replace any floorboardsin this area with marine plywood that is at least 18mm. Step 2 - Cut Access Hatch

The main rule of thumb when it comes to any job such as this is to keep it as simple as possible. Go with most suitable type of tray for the room space you have and go with the most straightforward method of getting the waste water from eth tray to the main drainage point. Unfortunately in some cases, this may mean a compromise in terms of appearance. If the pipes and waste are below the floor, you can choose any height of shower tray. However, the most popular choice is a low-profile or flat, flush-fitting shower tray. Both trays sit flush to the floor, but the flat tray has no lip around the edge, while the low-profile tray has a small outer lip. Both allow easy access to the shower and create a minimalist, contemporary look. As I’m sure you can imagine, digging up a solid concrete floor to trace an existing shower waste pipe to a main drain, moving that pipe to a new position or running a new pipe and then covering it over is a fair amount of work.As we had to replace most of the floor area that the tray would be sitting on, this gave us the opportunity to ensure that the floor would be totally flat and level for the tray to sit on. Likewise with a floating timber floor, you can almost guarantee that there will be a supporting wall or other obstacle right where your new waste needs to go! As we have mentioned installing a new shower tray with the waste in the same position as the old one should minimize potentially a great deal of work.

Simply drill a 57mm hole in the soil pipe, coat the inside face of the boss with silicone and clip it in place. With someone filling the waste for you, use a torch to inspect the waste trap and all the pipework for any signs of leaks. If there are any tighten any compressions joints as required. You’ll need to cut out an access hatchin the floorboards next to the tray as this will allow you to reach the waste. A jigsaw is the ideal tool for this as it’ll allow you to be more precise with your cutting. Step 3 - Cut Waste Hole The final task once the internal sealing is done is to then seal the gap at the front between the shower tray and the floor.It is highly important to fix the tray to the floor firmly and prevent any movement. If any movement occurs, even very slight, over time, not only will any sealing around the tray fail but it will also loosen the waste and cause leaks. Repaired sections of wall retiled with ceramic tiles Position tray in place and mark access hatch and waste Due to the damp damage to the walls we had to remove quite a few tiles, not only as they were loose, but also to replace the damaged sections of wall. Use your sealant gun to force the sealant into the joint so that it’s fully filled and then dampen your finger and run it over the surface to both smooth it off and force it fully into the gap.

Low profile trays, as mentioned earlier, require a bit more work and planning to get the waste correctly fitted as there is no space between tray and floor. Place the tray in position and mark the perimeter. Remove the tray and replace floorboards in this area with a section of 18mm ply to fully support it. Loose fix the ply in position so that it can easily be removed later. Our company ethos is to supply quality products and innovative solutions ensuring we offer an exceptional customer experience at a fair price.

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After removing the old tray it was found that a long term leak had caused a fair amount of damage to the walls and floor that would all need to be replaced before the new tray was installed in place. Once the tile adhesive has cured, you can then get some grout in there. Use a suitable sponge to force the grout in to the joint, making sure it’s fully filled with no gaps. Tips on grouting can be found in our project here. Turning a low-profile shower tray into a raised one by using a shower tray riser kit is possible. This consists of adjustable legs and clip-on side covers which conceal the legs and pipe work. These covers can be removed easily as and when needed to gain access to the pipes.

Our priority is fixed on your requirements and how to best meet them. If you have any special needs we will be only too pleased to accommodate them. Our customer satisfaction record has been maintained consistently at a high rate of 99% and we continue to strive to maintain these standards with an aim to exceed our customers’ expectations. We offer customers the very best products and provide our high quality services again and again. PVC and chrome shower trays are raised shower trays. The tray is made from PVC, while the legs are made from chrome. PVC is a tough and durable material that’s easy to clean and has an incredibly long lifespan. Acrylic shower traysare popular when choosing a shower. They are durable, water-resistant, and extra safe with their natural non-slip resistance. They are also very lightweight which is ideal when upgrading a bathroom as most flooring can withstand it. These shower trays are great for those looking for little maintenance and a clean finish. To find out how to fit both a raised or flat shower tray read on below. Should I install a raised or flat shower tray?

How to install a low level or low profile shower tray

We provide a regular delivery service throughout the West Midlands by our own team and use the service of an independent courier for our customer’s from all other regions to ensure we provide a timely service. Our plumbers merchant sales counter offers a friendly professional service to all visitors both trade and retail. When you're planning to install a shower tray, you must consider where the waste pipe in the bathroom is, as the hole in the tray for the waste must line up with the pipe. In addition, the waste pipe will need to be moved if you plan to move the enclosure to a new position. All trays have a flat underside making installation and leveling even easier Slimline: At just 40-45mm high stone resin trays are amongst the sleekest on the market In answer to whether you should install a raised or flat shower tray, it depends on a few things – the type of floor you are installing on to, location of the existing waste if there is one and how much space there is available for the tray waste.