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Soft Contemporary (3 of 3): Grouting the Tile and Assembling the Vanity 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	This outdated bathroom with its old yellow sink, tub and toilet ...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

Grouting the Tile and Assembling the Vanity

1. The grout came with the tile flooring and it is in a pressurized can. Squeeze the grout out of the pressurized can into the tile joints (figure A). A little excess in the joints is okay.

2. Hold the float at a 45-degree angle and smooth it over the grout (figure B). Spread any excess into any open spaces in the joints.

3. Squeeze the water out of the sponge, then use the soft side to wipe excess grout off the tiles before it dries. It is difficult to get the grout off once it dries, so try to get it all off with the wet sponge.

4. The homeowners ordered a vanity and cabinets that are open. To assemble the vanity, lay out the pieces.

5. Place the chrome rail in the bottom frame and into the joints of the frame, screw the posts that are a part of the cam locking system.

   Note: Most flat-packed furniture uses this kind of cam system for easy assembly. You can save money on flat-packed furniture because it is easier to ship and the manufacturer does not have to assemble it

6. Fill dowel holes with a little wood glue, then gently tap the dowels into place.

7. Set wood bracket in place and tighten the cam with a screwdriver (figure C).

8. Most joints of the stand go together in the same way.

9. Drop the top frame into place, then tighten all the cam pieces.

10. Turn the vanity upright, then carefully drop the sink into the frame (figure D).

In the final segment the finishing touches to the soft contemporary bathroom will be applied.

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