Transition prep questions - new fixtures on old pipes

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But i don't need an entire tub-surround, and furthermore, the Delta tub-surround needs to be glued on. Whereas at my place, the narrow-wall where the spout-fixtures are, would be knocked out for purposes of plumbing, thus no solid backing for gluing on. I researched and saw there are surrounds that get anchored to stud-frames, but as i said, i don't need an entire surround. Just a narrow wall.

This surround is intended to be glued up on sheetrock, so you can hang sheetrock and then glue it. If you're not going to replace the entire surround, you'll want to make sure the the corner where the new wall surface meets the old is waterproofed, which will be complicated if they are not the same material. I suppose maybe a stucco finish over a waterproof membrane on cement board might save a few bucks on tile if aesthetics are no concern. Never seen it done though.

 

[Minni]

This surround is intended to be glued up on sheetrock, so you can hang sheetrock and then glue it. If you're not going to replace the entire surround, you'll want to make sure the the corner where the new wall surface meets the old is waterproofed, which will be complicated if they are not the same material. I suppose maybe a stucco finish over a waterproof membrane on cement board might save a few bucks on tile if aesthetics are no concern. Never seen it done though.

You must buy the whole surround? Delta doesn't offer them in single panels? If so, then perhaps a handyman can obtain a panel (of the non-glue version) and anchor it to the studs. As for the corners, Delta ought to offer corner-glue-ons, no different than they offer surround-glue-ons. Another alternative, however ughy, is duct-tape or gaffers tape.

 

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You must buy the whole surround? Delta doesn't offer them in single panels? If so, then perhaps a handyman can obtain a panel (of the non-glue version) and anchor it to the studs. As for the corners, Delta ought to offer corner-glue-ons, no different than they offer surround-glue-ons. Another alternative, however ughy, is duct-tape or gaffers tape.

You can buy a fiber reinforced panel for a little less. You'll need a product to seal the edges and corners, there are trim pieces made for this purpose that are cheap.

Glasliner 4 ft. x 8 ft. Gray .090 in. Fiberglass Reinforced Wall Panel 665041 - The Home Depot

Fiberglass Reinforced Panels are an ideal wall liner for interior use in restaurants, kitchens, restrooms, break rooms, carwashes and any locations requiring low-maintenance, washable walls. Made of a

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Stabilit 854 1/2 in. x 7/8 in. x 96 in. PVC White FRP Inside Corner Moulding HDPVC471304 - The Home Depot

PVC Inside Corner moulding is essential for creating a finished, professional look where FRP panels are joined at an inside corner. They provide a sanitary seam sealing open corners where dirt, stains

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I suspect installing sheetrock and gluing up panels would probably be easier in your application than a direct to stud system because it would minimize fussy alignment issues, and direct to stud systems might be difficult to adapt to just one wall. They are probably more expense since they must be thicker to remain rigid without a sheetrock backing, and sheetrock is very cheap, like 15 bucks for a 4x8 sheet.

 

[Minni]

Thanks so much again for your thorough suggestions! Now my immediate concern is:

I'm expecting a callback soon from the plumber, and it's possible he is handy enough to tackle these two types of wall-panels alongside his plumbing installation.... The problem is, that he tends to interrupt as he's short on time. So how can I concisely ask him if he feels capable of including sheetrock/panel installation along with his plumbing-installation? If i don't propose it quickly & with the right lingo, i'll be interrupted or misunderstood, if you know what i mean. He does know of a tile guy, but i doubt that such a guy would bother with a job as tiny as this. I guess I can try to find the right kind of handyman for this, which will also be very hard and dragged out, unless he's willing to coordinate his timing with the plumber's timing.

P.S. I just found on amazon this which looks interesting. I'm pressed for time, or i'd ask HomeDepot if they have something similar & more affordable:

Duzzy 78 Inch Flexible Quarter Round Molding, Silicone Rubber Peel and Stick Shower Water Barrier Suitable for the Shower Corner or Kitchen Countertop Sink and Cooktop​