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    lapierrepoff Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Mar 28, 2009, 07:44 AM
    Concrete to use or not to use
    I'm installing rubber membrane in shower with appr. Drain can I use concrete for floor and then seal with epoxy type sealer
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    Mar 28, 2009, 09:01 AM

    No, are you trying to build a custom shower pan and not use the proper materials. Look this over How to Build a Shower Pan
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    Mar 28, 2009, 10:52 AM
    That's how an old fashioned method shower is supposed to be built. BUT, why not build a real good shower and make it "watertight" so you'll never have a leak, mold and it'll look great for many years because it'll dry out fast after use.

    Consider a KERDI MEMBRANE & DRAIN shower. Picasa Web Albums - Tile 4 You Inc.

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    Mar 28, 2009, 12:19 PM

    I agree with Jazman and have been impressed with his tiling knowledge. Welcome to AMHD Jaz. I rarely see pros or builders doing a full mud shower anymore so I discourage DIYers from trying something no longer practiced. Its abit like teaching a newbie how to use a bit and brace when you have a 19.2 v Makita hanging from your belt, most new tecjhniques save money, time and labor.
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