Wood wainscoting around tub
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Help! My builder says we can't tile around whirlpool tub.
Comments (12)There are myriad solutions to this. The access panels can be put in an adjacent closet or can come through an adjacent wall. Or if on the first floor, they can be on the bathroom floor with access from the basement below. You can do a wood wainscot with removable panels. You can do a fully tiled apron, with a removable tile panel. Often times the "grout line" between the tiled access panel and the permanent field tile will be filled with color-matched caulk instead of grout. If access is needed, score the caulk with a utility knife and pop the panel off. The panels can be held in place with magnets, velcro, or some other mechanical means. I'm not a big fan of the caulked option, I'd rather do a removable tiled panel that has a lip to it, the lip can be tiled, a rope design, a piece of tile as the trim, etc. But that's my personal preference. As a builder and a tiler, I look at easy access for future or periodic maintenance. It's not that the caulked panel is difficult, I just prefer totally accessibly and non-destructive options. A tool-less panel that can be popped in or out at will. If you want your front apron to be just plain field tile though, then the caulked panel is your best bet. You can tile the apron, but have a wood "cubby" built in to the apron. Think a small niche. The cubby can be used to hold rolled up towels, or small notions, what ever. The niche can be popped out to access the tub's mechanicals. We've had a few threads about this, but I did a search and came up empty. Don't let your builder's lack of skill or imagination restrict your design....See Moreheight of tile over pedestal sink and around tub
Comments (1)If you're talking about doing a wainscot around the room, the norm is usually between 42- 48", depending on where the plugs and switches fall. However, it's more of an aesthetic thing. I've seen wainscots go as low as 36", and as high as 60". As for over the tub, if you've got a showerhead, the minimum is 72" from the finished floor. Past that, it's up to you....See MoreOK to set tiles in cement, in wood frame around hot tub?
Comments (2)Liquid nails is the easiest way to go. I re-enclosed my entire above ground jacuzzi by building a frame, hanging waterproof wallboard, and then glueing floor tile and grouting as usual. It's been up for 4 years without a problem. The liquid nails sets quick enough that I didn't have to worry about the pieces sliding down, and gave me enough control to mount the decorative rock and glass, which also served to hide the fact that all the sides were of different lengths. =^,,^= Here is a link that might be useful: partially finished jacuzzi enclosure...See MoreWindows Around Bath Tub
Comments (7)There are many good choices for this application. I never did understand why most builders put those fixed units around the tub. The are only there to let in light from the outside. It's always nice to let the fresh air in to ventilate the bathroom. Especially after a bath or shower to help exhaust the steam. I personally like the Awning type window in these locations. It vents at the bottom and can be left open without any concerns if it rains. Crank outs and Sliders are also functional here but they both add a vertical post to the viewing area. If your tub is in a nice wooded area to look out over. You want to be able to have a nice glass of wine and watch it snow outside while your relaxing in the Spa!! Good Luck!!!...See Morelotteryticket
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