Should my contractor replace my shower?
Sabrina Armer
5 years ago
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Comments (25)here where we dont get earthquakes :) the standard is to use a sealant along the bottom row of tiles but if you asked two contractors in your area and they both do it the way you describe, I would say there is a reason for it. What it sound like to me is that they grout because it looks better but there is still a layer of sealant over the top in case the grout cracks etc to protect the joint or they are using sealant first and the grout goes over the top to cover the sealant? Sealant doesnt last forever anyway and if it comes off then it would just be a 5 minute job to redo it so I dont think it would be a big deal as long as there is some sealant there for protection. Just my thoughts :)...See MoreNot sure my contractor used caulk where he should have
Comments (2)Technically, the correct way is to caulk where the walls meet the shower floor. It's not really necessary, though, being that the shower floor is completely isolated from the floor structure by the pan membrane, and therefore, you shouldn't have any movement at that joint. You also might check once you can get in there to see if he just used the same caulking all the way throughout. I could see your concern if BOTH tubes were unopenned. But I can't see him caulking one place and not the other, if he knew that was what you wanted. He might not have realised there was a difference between the two tubes....See MoreShould I believe the contractor about my 1910 home being a "tear down"
Comments (11)Cost per square foot for remodeling versus building new is always going to be skewed. Reason? To remodel, the existing structure must be disassembled to a point to rebuild. Double labor. New construction is simply building to finish. Single labor. The tipping factor where remodeling is more expensive than rebuilding varies tremendously. If the building requires plumbing/electrical/HVAC reworking plus structural changes, chances are building new will be less expensive. And may be faster. Minor plumbing/electrical/HVAC/structural is always less expensive. In your case, the tipping factor is how much you intend to do. Straightening walls/floors can be a major overhaul, especially when a complete roof is in the plan. Adding bigger windows is a major remodel, and is more expensive than simply replacing windows. Reason? Sheet rock has to be removed, exterior siding has to be removed past the dimensions of the new windows to allow proper framing of the new openings. New window costs, labor to tear out, and labor/materials to replace sheet rock/siding. If the siding cannot be reused(after being removed) new siding has to be bought/installed/primed/painted. Replacing four windows can easily require residing that entire side of the house. Leveling floors will require tearing out the old, repairing/replacing the joists. Same with the walls. Roof may need complete rebuilt to be right. Rip off all the old roofing/sheathing/rafters and rebuild from the top plate of the walls. Could all that be done without all that tearout? Not if it is done right.`...See MoreShould I Paint my Tile Counter Black to Match my Shower, or...?
Comments (30)There are downsides to painting the tile, even if it comes out well initially and you don't use the super cheap rustoleum kit. One thing is you have to stay up on the cleaning - using it more frequently but not as abrasively. For example, I wouldn't be able to scrub the grout except for gently, maybe with a toothbrush. Also, this is not a very long term solution, maybe 3-5 years if taken care of. By then I will most likely be ready for something else anyway. To do the shower and tub together (black + white) costs less than $200 plus a weekend or so of my time, which I usually have very little of but I have plenty right now. I am not trying to argue my way of you guy's good logic, but providing more information just in case some comments were directed at cheaper products / perception of long term use (10-15 years). Also, I know a lot of you are professionals or otherwise experienced in these areas so I am still seeking and valuing your input....See MoreSabrina Armer
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