The framing is not enough to support the weight of a tub when a human body plus water are in it.
Drop in bathtub framing.
In this weeks video we are talking about how to frame in a bath tub.
Set a level on the top of the tub.
Check the height of the platform that your tub requires and calculate the height of the platform wall studs.
This length allows for the thickness of the top and bottom 2 x 4 plate the 3 4 inch plywood backerboard mortar and tile.
Slide the tub.
Step 1 measure the height of the tub and add at least 3 inches to this measurement so that you have room to set the tub in mortar after the frame is ready.
Secure the tub by screwing galvanized screws through the tub flanges into the wall studs.
The overall principle of building a tub frame is the same as any other type of box frame requiring only basic carpentry knowledge skill and tools.
Shim the tub with wooden shims until the top of the tub is level.
If you are nestling it in a corner or alcove place the tub 14 1 2.
Measure from the subfloor to the underside of the tub lip which should match the figure provided by the manufacturer.
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How to build a drop in tub deck 1.
A drop in bathtub is a tub that is dropped in to a frame or structure known as a surround.
These tubs feature a rim around the top to fasten to the top of the frame which can be tiled or built out of wood or other materials.
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In some cases the tub may also come with mounting blocks that go under the lip of the tub.
For example if the tub requires a 36 inch high platform the studs should be cut to 31 3 4 inches.
Because no sides of the bath will be visible after being placed into the platform enclosure drop in bathtubs are built without any finished sides and are often cost efficient because of this.
The frame of a drop in tub will support the majority of the weight around the edge of the tub but the frame.
Place the drop in tub in position on the subfloor.
How to install a drop in bathtub the frame.