It's such an odd size that it would require a custom install for another enclosure or to have it ripped out and tiled. Hoping that there is a tile adhesive or somthing that I can do to make it more attractive. Any suggestion would be appreciated. Thanks
2006-10-29 10:22:32 · 5 answers · asked by bobanis 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Decorating & Remodeling
Fiberglass has too much flex in my opinion, to provide a stable base for tiling over. If you want to keep the original enclosure dimensions, I'm afraid you might find the best luck ordering the same manufactuer spec as the existing, and just "refresh" the enclosure. But personally, if it were me (and I'm in a similar situation myself), I'd rip out the old one and put in a tiled surface to fit the space, as you mentioned. You've got many more options as far as design specs when you do that, and you can upgrade to a more solid material. Don't forget, cement board is the right type of backing for wet areas, not gypsum board. Have fun!
2006-10-29 10:35:12 · answer #1 · answered by Driveshaft 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tile Over Fiberglass Shower Pan
2016-11-16 20:48:35 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think the previous answers have laid out the dilemma pretty well. Tile showers are tougher to install and maintain but usually more interesting while the one-piece is less maintenance. Only you can decide which route is better for you. One other idea I'd like to add to the debate is a one-piece with some accent tile along the edges. I've seen this done and while it's not the same as 100% tile it's certainly an improvement over a drab one-piece.
2016-03-19 01:31:55 · answer #3 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You cannot tile on fiberglass EVER! You may get the tile to stick with some industrial grade mastic, however the flexability in the fiberglass with crack the grout. So you will always be showering with little pieces of grout on the floor of your shower. It may also crack the tile, but that is far less annoying than steping on grout.
You need to remove the old shower enclosure. That shouldn't be a difficult as you may think. Install new Dura-rock on the walls and then install ceramic tile if desired. While you are at it consider replacing the faucet. Once the new tile is in, it will probably look old.
Good luck to you!
2006-10-29 11:40:34 · answer #4 · answered by onemelbgirl 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't do it. Fiberglass will flex and the tiles and grout will start popping off. Plus, I'm betting the corners of that enclosure are curved, which will be a real treat to tile over!
Cut it up and rip it out (if you have some willing friends, this may only cost you the price of renting a reciprocating saw (Sawz-all) and a couple cases of beer*. Then put up cement backer board and a floor pan for the drain (you may want a professional to hook that up for you, just to be safe) and tile it yourself.
* Important note- Payment in form of beer should not be dispersed until use of all power tools has ceased.
2006-10-29 13:44:28 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
Don't tile over it. Remove it and tile the walls where it was or install and new unit even if it requires an addition wall to be make. In the end you will be happy, if it is done right.
2006-10-29 10:44:01 · answer #6 · answered by blue_eagle74 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋