Shower Base On Concrete Floor

Installing a shower base on a concrete floor is a project that can be completed in a weekend. By following these steps, you can ensure that your shower base is installed correctly and will last for many years to come.

Tools and Materials

Before you begin, you will need to gather the following tools and materials:

Shower base
Concrete screws
Drill
Hammer
Level
Caulk gun
Caulk

Step 1: Prepare the Concrete Floor

The first step is to prepare the concrete floor. This involves cleaning the floor and making sure that it is level. If the floor is not level, you will need to use a self-leveling compound to level it out.

Step 2: Install the Shower Base

Once the floor is prepared, you can begin installing the shower base. Start by placing the shower base in the desired location. Use a level to make sure that the shower base is level. Once the shower base is level, you can secure it to the floor using concrete screws.

Step 3: Caulk the Shower Base

Once the shower base is installed, you need to caulk around the edges to prevent water from leaking. To do this, apply a bead of caulk around the perimeter of the shower base. Use your finger or a caulk tool to smooth out the caulk.

Step 4: Install the Shower Drain

The next step is to install the shower drain. The shower drain should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once the shower drain is installed, you can connect the shower base to the drain using a drainpipe.

Step 5: Install the Shower Walls

Once the shower base and drain are installed, you can begin installing the shower walls. The shower walls should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once the shower walls are installed, you can caulk around the edges to prevent water from leaking.

Step 6: Install the Shower Door

The final step is to install the shower door. The shower door should be installed according to the manufacturer's instructions. Once the shower door is installed, you can caulk around the edges to prevent water from leaking.