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Soft Contemporary (3 of 3): Glass Shower Surround Installation From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-108

	This outdated bathroom with its old yellow sink, tub and toilet ...
	is renovated with a soft -- and smart -- contemporary style ...
	with an accent on luxury.

Materials for Installing Shower Surround --

Shower components
Safety goggles
Hammer drill with 1/4" masonry bit
Hammer
Plastic glass anchors
Wrench
Heavy-duty suction cup (available at rental centers)
Nylon shims
Hex-head bolts
Hex-head wrench
Level
Marker
Drill
Screwdriver
Screws

Materials for Installing Shower Door --

Hex bolt
Hex wrench

Materials for Laying Tile --

Tile materials
Foam underlayment
Cellophane tape
Table saw
Safety goggles
Mask
Kneepads

Materials for Grouting the Floor Tile --

Grout
Kneepads
Grout float paddle
Sponge
Bucket of warm water

Materials for Assembling the Vanity --

Vanity components
Screwdriver
Wood glue

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D
	Figure E

Glass Shower Surround Installation

1. The homeowners chose a shower system with a built-in body, and that has five major components involved in putting it together. The installation is similar to other systems. The first step is to install the shower base that comes with the glass enclosure system. For instructions on installing the base, see episode DBTR-107.

2. The water supply flows in the pipes inside the base. Water from the base flows up to the four body jets built into the doorposts. Using a hammer drill with a quarter inch masonry bit, drill holes for the glass support brackets in the wall, then tap in the plastic anchors (figure A).

3. While someone holds the doorpost, attach the flex hose in the shower post to the fitting in the shower base using a wrench (figure B) -- being careful not to over tighten.

4. Temporarily stand the post in place, using the cam locking system at the base to lock it into the fitting.

5. To handle it safely, attach a heavy-duty suction cup (figure C) to the first glass panel and use it to lift the panel into place.

   Note: Heavy-duty suction cups can hold up to 600 pounds and can be rented from your local rental center.

6. Carefully slide the glass panel into the channel in the doorpost which is lined with a silicone glazing strip.

7. Once the glass is in position gently turn the door post until you hear the cam at the base lock into place.

8. Place small nylon shims under the glass (figure D) to hold it temporarily in place.

9. Repeat the entire process for the glass panel on the other side.

10. With hex-head bolts and wrench (figure E) attach a curved rod to the top of the both posts, spanning the door opening.

11. Attach a short tie rod to each post on top of the glass panel in the same way, but don't anchor it to the wall quite yet.

12. Use a level to check for plumb on the post, then make a mark on the wall where the bracket will attach.

13. Drill holes on the mark, and screw the bracket into the hole. Slide the bracket cover down.

14. Attach the wall brackets to the glass panel to hold it in place.

In the next segment the shower surround and tile will be installed.

RESOURCES :

Custom Shower System
Model: Round Corner Custom Shower 44" x 44"
Color: Cement Base, Biscuit, Shower Door: Satin Nickel
Where available: Visit the Oben USA Inc. website, link below.
Oben USA Inc.
Website: www.obenusa.com

Shower and Tub Fixtures (Grohe)

Massage Shower Head
Model #: 28 519
Color: Satin Nickel

Wall Mount Tub Sprout
Model #: 13 164
Color: Satin Nickel

Pressure Balance Valve Trim
Model #: 19 723
Color: Satin Nickel

Spoke Handles
Model #: 45 603
Color: Satin Nickel Product name: Low Spout Lavatory Centerset
Model #: 21031
Color: Satin Nickel

Product name: Pressure Balance Valve Trim
Model # 19723
Color: Satin Nickel

Product name: Spoke Handles
Model #: 45603
Color: Satin Nickel
Where available: Visit the Grohe Faucets Website, link below.
Grohe Faucets
Website: www.groheamerica.com

Bathroom Flooring Installation Products (Edge Flooring)

Capri Toasted Wheat Tile
Model #: 506

Beach Grout
Model #: 604

Transition Strip
Model #: 706

Saw Blade Kit
Model #: 801

Underlayment
Model #: 811
Where available: Visit the Edge Flooring website, link below.

Edge Flooring
Website: www.edgeflooring.com

Lavatory with Tempered Frosted Glass Top and Basin
Model #: 5250T
Color: Black

Bottle Trap
Model #: 9100 SN
Color: Satin Nickel

Push Button Closing Umbrella Drain
Model #: 9287 SN
Color: Satin Nickel
Where available: Visit the Deco Lav, Inc. website, link below.
Deco Lav, Inc.
Website: www.decolav.com

Veneto Toilet
Model # 97120
Color: Biscuit
Where available: Visit the Porcher website, link below.
Porcher
Website: www.porcher.us.com

Bath Lighting
Brand name: Forecast
Model #: P5426-36
Color: Satin Nickel

Product: Recess Housing
Brand name: Lightolier
Model #: 1104ICA

Product: Recess Trim
Brand name: Lightolier
Model #: 1178SA
Color: White
Where available: Visit the Lightolier website, link below.
Lightolier
Website: www.lightolier.com