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    klizan440 Posts: 1, Reputation: 1
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    Nov 8, 2012, 10:11 AM
    I need to work on my shower fixture but the walls are made of fiberglass
    I need to work on my shower fixture but the walls are made of fiberglass and it seems it's a wall sorround one piece. Is there a way of working on this type of walls without braking or cutting it?
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    Nov 8, 2012, 10:28 AM
    Can you work on it from behind the wall? You can make an access panel for future repairs.
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    Nov 8, 2012, 06:00 PM
    If you can't cut an access panel from behind as suggested by Rusty50 then you may be able to use a REMODELER PLATE (see images), but that will require some cutting of the surround, some special tools (mini-cutter), and some good soldering skills... ;)

    Exactly what issue brings you to ask this question? Perhaps we can help you to repair the existing shower valve, maybe? Let us know more, OK?

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    Nov 8, 2012, 06:28 PM
    Using the process outlined by Rusty50 is usually the best approach if possible. Many new home construction designs put the shower controls on accessible closet walls. My house has 3 baths and all of them are backed to a closet or utility space. Install a removable cover and no one will know!
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    Nov 8, 2012, 09:16 PM
    You will have to cut a wall, hopefully you have a sheet rock wall behind the faucet, if so that is where you would want to cut. Unfortunately you will have to cut something. Are you replacing a faucet or repairing it?
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