Any tips for installing a shower tray on a concrete floor

1. Any tips for installing a shower tray on a concrete floor? Installing a shower tray on a concrete floor is a simple process that can significantly improve the functionality of your bathroom. It offers a strong and stable foundation for your shower enclosure. It may be challenging to install a shower that is completely waterproof on concrete flooring due to their: ● Unevenness ● Minor flaws With the installation of a shower tray, you may help minimise water leaks and harm to the surrounding area, which guarantees an even and level platform for your shower enclosure. Additionally, it enhances the drainage system and keeps water from accumulating on the floor, ultimately reducing the risk of: ● Mould development ● Mildew growth To keep your bathroom dry and clean, make sure that the water is efficiently directed towards the drain. Besides, it gives your bathroom a more attractive appearance. Your bathing space looks more spacious and inviting with this sleek and contemporary addition. Plus, it also simplifies the cleaning procedure since you only need to wipe down the shower tray rather than scrubbing the entire concrete floor. With a wide range of materials, colours, and designs available, you can choose a shower tray that complements your: ● Bathroom decor ● Personal style Equipment You Require: ● A notched trowel ● Paintbrush or roller ● Spirit level ● Chisel

2. ● Hammer or jackhammer ● Pencil ● Tape measure ● Tile glue 9 Steps to Install a Shower Tray on a Concrete Floor 1. Prepare the Walls and Floor Clear your workspace by removing all the dust and debris from the walls and floor. Next, trim the tray to the appropriate size by measuring the floor and using a high- quality handsaw. To keep symmetry on the slopes leading to your tray's integrated drain, cut the tray equally on both sides. 2. Mark the Position of the Tray Place the shower tray on top of the ready mix concrete surface to choose where you want it installed. As you label the location of the waste trap with a pencil, you should: ● Determine that the tray is firmly in place ● Sketch around the outside as well as inside the drain outlet If you intend to screed the surrounding floor and are laying the tray on top of the existing concrete, don't follow the last part of step 3 and just excavate the space needed for the waste trap and pipework. 3. Grind the Concrete Dig a hole as deep as the thickness of your tray and an additional 68 mm to allow for the pipes and waste trap. After drawing the tray perimeter, use a chisel and jackhammer/hammer to get rid of the existing concrete down to the depth of your shower tray. On the underside of the tray, note the integrated drain point. Also, your tray's thickness may determine whether the drain's underside protrudes a few millimetres below the tray. In this case, you will need to make a space in the concrete to allow for an even bedding of the tray. 4. Cut a Hole for Siphon Trap and Pipework Ascertain the optimal location and angle for attaching the waste trap to the plumbing system. The waste trap has 360° rotational movement, and the linked pipework can

3. be adjusted in height using the waste trap compression fitting adaptor. Additionally, make sure there is concrete underneath the waste trap for support. If the gap is too great, add more cement to add additional support. 5. Attach the Waste System Pipe to the Syphon Trap Connect the waste trap compression adapter to your regular 40 mm pipeline. After the tray is fitted, guarantee that the waste trap is installed so that it lines up with the tray's inbuilt drain exit. Once you are satisfied with the connected pipe position and the waste trap's support, run a water test to ensure that there is enough flow. 6. Prepare An Even Surface by Cleaning the Concrete Now, set up the tray slot. Make sure there is no dust or debris on the ready mix concrete surface. For stability, the shower tray needs a level, sturdy surface. Further, make a thin, layered fixing surface using a floor levelling compound if the surface is uneven, cracked, or has holes in it. After finishing, check whether the surface is level by using a spirit level. 7. Fit the Shower Tray The next step is to fit the tray using an adhesive. Determine that it is positioned correctly. Also, verify that the waste trap is connected to the drain outlet and that it will be flush with the surrounding subfloor once it has been bedded. If the tray is not level, use a spirit level to confirm that the lowest point on the tray is the grade slope leading to the drain. 8. Assembly the Drain with Siphon Trap Using a notched trowel and high-quality tile glue, apply 0.5 to 1 mm evenly over the whole concrete floor screed where the tray will rest. Next, seal the opening with silicone after: ● Placing the tray into the concrete slot ● Fastening the waste trap to the drain outlet with a screw fixture At this point, the concrete subfloor around the tray should be flush with it. In addition, use a spirit level to check that it is properly positioned in its slot. 9. Use Tile Backer Boards

4. Depending on the tray model you have, the integrated drain may be flat with the tray base or elevated 15 to 20 mm above it. Make sure your tile's upper edge is level with the drain channel's upper lip if the embedded drain is higher. Moreover, you can use tile backer boards to create the space you need beneath your tile so that it is parallel to the drain. Plus, they are also useful for waterproofing walls and floors. After the installation, completely waterproof your bathroom by sealing the borders between the wall and floor corners, the tray, and the boards themselves with membrane sealing tape and PCI lastogum. Bottom Line By following the steps outlined above, you can guarantee a strong, waterproof, and aesthetically pleasing shower enclosure. Also, we recommend hiring a professional if you aren’t properly acquainted with the steps or equipped with the tools required to complete the installation process. Are you looking for the highest quality ready mix concrete for floor screed? Well, you may end your research and get in touch with our specialists at Pro-Mix Concrete!