Replacing Tub Surround Wall

The classic 400 32 in.

Replacing tub surround wall.

Sometimes there is a window at the top of a wall in the tub enclosure area. The first two categories are the most popular. Cut through the drywall around the tub and down to the base trim. Today dalton and myself replaced the tub shower surround in the bathroom.

They all have a hard shiny surface but they differ in stiffness reparability and projected longevity. If your tub surround is cracked stained or discolored you may want to remove it to replace it. Tubs and shower tub surrounds come in all types of materials and price ranges. I re rendered this video in avi format and re posted it.

Replacing the tub surround on my bathtub. This wall set offers an attractive design with the strength and durability of acrylic. 3 piece direct to stud tub surround in high gloss white is designed to fit 32 in. Larger than the rough in dimensions of the new tub surround photo 2.

Youtube seems to have a problem processing videos in. To reduce hassles later check the dimensions of the new tub surround including the nailing flanges before you cut out the old surround or tile wall. Step 6 lay the carton template on top of the panel for that wall and use a hole saw or a jigsaw to cut out the holes. What structural constraints do you have.

Then make your cuts about 1 in. A tub surround is a wall system that is installed over the existing wall around your tub and shower. Remove the bathtub faucet since this will be on a portion of the wall you ll be cutting away. This wall set also features 6 corner shelves and 1 center shelf for maximum storage.

We divided them into three material categories and price ranges. Use the screwdriver to disconnect and remove the tub s waste and overflow valve cover. Use a tool designed for tub drain removal also called a tub drain extractor to remove the drain flange. Make sure that the measurements of the new tub surround will not interfere with the window.

Shopping for a bathtub and wall surround kit.