I have a Maax Picadilly tub that I am installing...my first tub install! This is part of a remodel and it is an alcove type installation.
The alcove is 60" wide and the tub is 59.5 inches long. The tiling flange on this model is a separate piece and it is really not flexible. How do I make up that extra 1/4" on each side to attach the flange to the studs? My other alternative is it install it on top of the drywall (putting in a surround) but then I have the oposite problem...the opening is too narrow for the flange to fit.
The bottom portion of the flange is molded to the countour of the tub. The lip that rests on top of the tub is 3/8". Can I just slide the flange back and only rest an 1/8" on the tub to cover the gap? Will this seal properly?
Given that I am installing a surround, should the flange be mounted to the studs or over the drywall?...or does it matter?
Thanks in advance for your help!!
The alcove is 60" wide and the tub is 59.5 inches long. The tiling flange on this model is a separate piece and it is really not flexible. How do I make up that extra 1/4" on each side to attach the flange to the studs? My other alternative is it install it on top of the drywall (putting in a surround) but then I have the oposite problem...the opening is too narrow for the flange to fit.
The bottom portion of the flange is molded to the countour of the tub. The lip that rests on top of the tub is 3/8". Can I just slide the flange back and only rest an 1/8" on the tub to cover the gap? Will this seal properly?
Given that I am installing a surround, should the flange be mounted to the studs or over the drywall?...or does it matter?
Thanks in advance for your help!!