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    Shorty10r Posts: 9, Reputation: 1
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    Jul 3, 2009, 09:10 PM
    Mortar on sub floor of shower (2nd story)
    Has any one done this? I am wanting to tile my shower (walls and floor) and just tore out the base of the shower... still having troubles removing my drain (already posted a question for this) but I want to make sure that on a second floor putting mortar down is OK? Any suggestions??
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    Jul 3, 2009, 11:30 PM
    Hi Shorty, yes, it is just fine in do mortar on 2nd floor. However, there is a certain process you have to follow in installing shower pan. Have you ever done this before ? Do you plan on Hot Mop, install PVC liner, or pre-fab shower pan ?
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    Jul 4, 2009, 11:15 AM

    No I have never done this before, right now I am working on extending the drain pipe as the previous shower drain will not work for this application. I also need to build the front of the bed, install the pvc liner, wire mesh, mortar, etc. How thick should the sub floor be inorder to support the weight?
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    Jul 4, 2009, 11:36 AM

    Since you never built a pan from scratch you might be a great candidate for this system. Shower Systems - Schluter-Systems
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    Jul 4, 2009, 11:37 AM
    That really is a great system... huh Bob? They have a great video showing how to install it at their website!

    Great suggestion!

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    Jul 4, 2009, 02:14 PM

    How much are those?
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    Jul 4, 2009, 02:31 PM

    You must contact a dealer in your area, some Home Depots carry Schulter products. https://www.askmehelpdesk.com/plumbi...ml#post1835702
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