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    Replacement bathtub for 60x30 alcove

    Yes, it would have made the tile much harder to do. The tub is now dry-fitted once again after I removed the 1/2" plywood from under the tub that I put down over the entire floor. I only have 1/4" gap now at the lowest point, which will be easily covered up by the Ditra and tile. I will cut...
  2. K

    Replacement bathtub for 60x30 alcove

    So put down the plastic, then piles of mortar, then another layer of plastic. Try to drop the tub vertically on top of the mortar to squish it down, and level it before it starts to setup. Few more questions: 1) Is it necessary that the tub apron be supported? Do I need to shim continuously...
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    Replacement bathtub for 60x30 alcove

    Hi, Trying to install my Americast tub. The floor underneath the tub is about 3/4" lower on the left-hand side (drain side) than the right-hand side. I have to shim the tub about 3/4" to allow the tub to sit perfectly flat on my ledger board. I was planning to do a mortar bed for this...
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    Replacement bathtub for 60x30 alcove

    Do the Vikrell tubs require a mortar bed underneath? I've read mixed things about the Americast tubs needing (or prohibiting) a mortar bed for support.
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    Replacement bathtub for 60x30 alcove

    Hi, I'm renovating my 1955 bungalow's main bathroom. I removed the brown cast iron tub, and I'm looking for a replacement. The alcove is 60" x 30". I'm trying to find the deepest tub possible for the space. I bought an Aquatic Gelcoat fiberglass tub from HD. I pulled it out of the box...
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