@builderbrigade: ✅The Ultimate Home Building Checklist on my site #BuilderBrigade ✅ ✅ You’d think the bathtub would have a nice solid base when it’s installed but many times I’ve seen tubs that are just sitting on wood blocks. Cast iron tubs used to sit on a bed of mortar, some say it’s overkill now with the fiberglass variety but I still think it’s a good idea. Foam under the tub is also an option although i’ve heard complaints that it shrinks over time creating a void/gap between the tub and foam. What are your thoughts? #BuilderBrigade #homebuildingtips #homebuilding #customHome #newhome #newhomeconstruction #homedesign #homeinterior #homeinspiration #homesofinstagram #homeinspo #customhomes #housetour #newconstruction #newconstructionhomes #homeplans #farmhouse #modernfarmhouse #interiordesign #construction #buildingahouse #realestatetips #bathroom #tubonmortar #bathtub #bathroomremodel #bathroomrenovation
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Region: US
Monday 16 October 2023 22:49:11 GMT
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Tikitimmy :
I used foam and it creeks now. Mortar is the best
2023-10-16 23:14:58
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Dani and the Doodle :
As a retired construction cleaning worker, I hate the way tubs are left so dirty and unprotected.
2023-10-17 02:16:47
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Bonnieville :
Have a spa tub like this. It’s cracked from no support, a lot of weight for couple bits of wood
2023-10-23 20:27:39
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🇨🇦 James 🇨🇦 :
I've used a bed of sand, works great and really takes the shape of the tub
2023-10-24 19:22:58
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Austin :
Mines sitting on 2 cook books from the 80s
2023-10-23 18:58:19
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Ryan :
It's best to use mortar because foam can compress and leave a void over time
2023-10-23 21:44:03
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not me :
Just don’t install drop ins anymore
2023-10-23 22:39:25
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Brochacho88 :
We used to set them in plaster
2023-10-23 14:23:33
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smalltownbuilders :
Mortar all day
2023-10-21 18:38:15
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JMP. :
Mortar mix. Been doing it for 35 yrs as a plumber 24 yrs as an owner. Zero issues.
2023-10-17 01:20:25
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Co.ca :
Why does it have water in it?
2023-10-17 02:27:02
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lynn :
My husband is 6’5 and 275lbs. The church pew creaks when he sits. That needs better support for its duration.
2023-10-16 23:00:07
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user4287036284369 :
Something more substantial and stable than a couple 2x4's.
2023-11-08 14:20:48
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user6840451721252 :
Foam for sure expanding and help to keep tub water warm longer
2023-10-17 12:23:38
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No One :
Depends on if you plan on falling in it
2023-10-19 20:31:59
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user7598895568381 :
Structural light
2023-10-23 01:45:26
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BookiesHuman :
Structolite
2023-10-17 12:22:47
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JRLRESTORATIONS llc :
I use mortar sometimes foam depending on circumstances.
2023-10-16 23:12:15
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Mattyice :
Cedar chimes and some silicone works great for me !
2023-10-17 23:15:49
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The handyman :
Concrete pad 👍😎
2023-10-17 23:54:42
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cinco :
In Australia it must be on a mortar bed
2023-10-18 10:36:10
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R Bauer :
Should be sitting on a house made from bricks.
2023-10-18 11:13:59
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Pie99999459 :
So that’s why houses are so expensive
2023-10-19 16:29:03
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. :
as long as it doesn’t move
2023-10-16 22:58:55
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Malcolm Reynolds :
Needs mortar….I hate feeling the unsupported parts creak. Or even bend
2023-10-21 06:00:56
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Marichuy :
Mortar
2023-10-22 07:24:15
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laundrygate :
why is it full of pee
2023-10-22 13:49:16
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Johnnie B :
Mortar
2023-10-22 14:46:53
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Hovan :
I’ve used self level and it’ll just sit on the plywood.
2023-10-17 03:02:35
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Dom :
In Australia all baths besides free standing sit on a cement bed
2023-10-23 10:17:23
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donnierichardson37 :
wooden blocks are solid.
2023-10-23 14:31:57
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Crystian Camey :
clean that tub
2023-10-23 16:41:18
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The Brown RAT :
blocks are solid?
2023-10-23 21:39:27
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Peter :
Use foam solid or spray your own to insulate lining and to sit on floor.
2023-10-23 23:10:22
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RonKGay :
Mortar
2023-10-24 13:15:06
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Ray Rayborn :
We used to bed our tubs with sheet rock mud
2023-10-16 23:10:19
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Chip 🇺🇸 :
the boards seem to be sufficient. the tub has legs
2023-10-16 23:02:05
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Steve :
Sorry to go off topic. Is the window for a 2x4 wall but you have 2x6 walls?
2023-10-16 23:01:25
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Mike B :
I always set them in mortar
2023-11-12 22:30:44
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Jars Full Of What :
Honestly, my tub is not sitting on anything. I watched them replace it recently too, granite tub
2023-12-18 20:46:57
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