Shower Pan Mortar Bed Mix

If you are using a preformed shower pan the manufacturer of the pan should provide instructions as to how thick the mortar bed needs to be.

Shower pan mortar bed mix. Long story short i learned that with proper knowledge and patience it s a great technique to add to your arsenal and it is actually somewhat fun. Follow along as i install the mortar bed in my shower remodel project. The key to a successful installation lies in the use of a chlorinated polyethylene cpe or pvc membrane tough but flexible plastics that form the pan of the enclosure and make the floor waterproof. When mixing the mortar use only enough water to obtain a dry pack consistency.

It is really pretty simple. Mortar is the type of concrete product that works best for shower pan applications since it contains no gravel allowing it to work easily and dry with a gentle slope. The idea is to create a flat surface for the shower base to lay on. A mortared shower pan allows you to custom fit a shower enclosure.

Over the membrane a mortar bed floor supports the tile. Install a drain dam inside the drain pipe or drain hole to prevent mortar from falling through it. I hope you enjoy the video and it helps you with your future projects. So watch the video and enjoy.

In this video i will show you how to mix the sandmix otherwise known as deckmud. There are a few things that you need to know however. Mortar mixes for shower pans are blended with portland cement which is water resistant when it hardens and sand. Smaller tiles work best to conform to the slope.

It s important to get this detail right since it affects the long term durability of the shower. To apply the mortar bed spread it evenly around the shower area. The slope directs water toward the shower drain. Use a trowel or cement mixer to properly mix the mortar and keep it soft until you are ready to spread it.