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Tiling Tub Deck How to add slate to a tub deck From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-304

Host Amy Matthews and homeowners Jack and Maureen begin with another round of tiling.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C

Materials:

tape measure
pencil
laser level
thinset
bucket
wet saw
3/16" square-notch trowel
spacers

Tiling Tub Deck

1. Measure 11 and 7/8" down from the top of the tub deck and make a mark. Set the laser level at this height (figure A).

2. Attach a batten board to the tub deck (figure B). The board supports the row of tiles from slipping down.

3. Mix a bucket of thinset to a peanut butter consistency (figure C).

4. Back butter the tiles with a 3/16" square-notch trowel (figure D).

5. Set the tiles along the batten board using spacers to ensure even placement (figure E).

Figure D

Figure E

6. To determine the size of the tiles around the top of the tub, set the tile on top and use a level to make sure it is flush with the front (figure F). Scribe a line across the top of the tile so that the tile will fall just under the lip of the tub (figure G).

Figure F

Figure G

Figure H

7. Use a wet saw to cut the tiles and set these tiles in the same manner as the ones on the front, spread a layer of thinset and slide the tile under the tub (figure H).

RESOURCES :

Tile
Indian Autumn Slate 12"x 12"
Model #: 55288

Copper Rust Slate Pepin Profile
Model #: 655454

Copper Rust Slate Durand Profile
Model #: 655453

Brand Name: Rush River
Visit www.tileshop.com for store locations.

Fossil Stone Tile
Model #: Custom
Color: Fossil Lake Classic
Brand Name: Green River Stone
Website: www.greenriverstone.com

Towel Bar
Runtal Towel Radiator
Model #: TW21-24
Color: White

Drying Rack
Model #: TH-24-K
Color: White

Angle Shut-off
Model #: valve-ang
Color: Nickel

Angle Control Valve
Model #: control-ang
Color: Nickel

Thermostatic Sensor
Model #: control-sensor
Color: White

Brand Name: Omnipanel
For showrooms call 1-800-526-2621
Manufacturer: Runtal North America, Inc.
187 Nack Road PO Box 8278
Ward Hill, MA 01835

Shower System
Summer Rain 3-Wall shower system
Model #: U534
Color: Satin Chrome
Brand Name: Jacuzzi
Visit www.jacuzzi.com for dealer locator.