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Plumbing Cabinet Construction How to hide plumbing and electric From "Bathroom Renovations" episode DBTR-308

To hide the tub motor, air pump, transformer and plumbing, a cabinet is built which will be located between the tub and the wall.

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	Figure A
	Figure B
	Figure C
	Figure D

Materials:

tape measure
pencil
safety glasses
sliding compound miter saw
3/4" plywood
level
impact driver
toggle bolts
drill
hammer
screw gun

Plumbing Cabinet Construction

1. The frame for the cabinet consists of 2x4s which are measured and marked at the determined length, then cut on a compound miter saw (figure A).

2. Mark the width of the side panels on 3/4" plywood and draw a line with a straight edge (figure B).

3. Cut the plywood with a corded circular saw (figure C). The thickness of the wood makes this too big of a job for the cordless saw.

4. The panels can then be cut to height on the miter saw.

5. Determine the center point of the cabinet on the wall then mark the end panel locations (figure D). Use a level to draw a straight line, then attach the end studs to the wall.

6. Use toggle bolts for added support where there are no studs to secure the cabinet. Pre-drill a hole and slide in the bolt (figure E). Tap it back with a hammer and tighten with a screw gun (figure F).

Figure E

Figure F

RESOURCES :

Grohtherm Thermostat Rough-In
Model #: 34 122 000

Atrio Integrated Trim w/Trio Spoke Handles
Model #: 19 169 000
Color: Chrome

Freehander Shower System
Model Number: 27 007 000
Color: Chrome

Brand Name: GROHE
Visit www.groheamerica.com for local distributors
and dealers.

Tile
14"x14" unpolished
Brand Name: Empire
Model #: VS87
Color: Empress Silver

1"x1" mosaic
Brand Name: Illuminessence Water Crystal Mosaics
Model #: WCB5
Color: Seafoam
Available at Home Depot and EXPO Design Centers.

Manufacturer: Crossville Inc.
Website: www.crossvilleinc.com