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how to attach glass panels to a steam room wall
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steve
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Feb-28-2010 16:02 |
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steve
how to attach glass panels to asteam room wall
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Dear STEVE:
steve
This is an easy question but it does have "ifs". Your job is too give me all the information you can so I can help you in an orderly fashion.
What surface you are going over?
The shape and size, including the pitch of the ceiling.
The construction of the intended door jambs in your design.
What wil be your shower pan's construction?
What do you know about vapor barriers?
The coldest it gets in your part of the world?
Is any wall of the steam shower on an exterior wall?
Any Seats and shelves?
at is your choice of tile?
What is your experience level?
And at least another "20" questions as we proceed.
Armen Tavy
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Feb-23-2010 09:53 |
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I have a shower tiled with "indian slate." It is about 10 years old and used daily. The tiles started to delaminate a three or four years ago and bits or flakes are now coming off regularly. Can I clean the tiles, say with CRL, then recoat them to stop the delamination? What recoating product would you recommend? Or is there something else I should do? Thanks for your advice.
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Dear GD:
You could use CLR, TSP, Sulfamic Acid or any other aggresive natural stone cleaners, and then rinse well before sealing with any brand "Enhance and Seal" top finish" products. A sealer application should help slow down the delamination; however, remember to avoid this type of problem by purchasing quality slate products. Made in Vermont USA is one of the best. Do not go for the bargain prices with slate because you do get what you pay for. Armen Tavy
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jimbob
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Feb-22-2010 10:04 |
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What are the proper steps for preparing a shower pan for a tiled shower installation?
I guess I need to know where do I start
Is there a standard pitch or is it based off the layout
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Dear JIMBOB:
There is a long list of to-doos, and really too much information for this forum's layout. I have my own detailed document that I would be glad to share with you if you send me your personal e-mail to: spacerman@tavytools.com
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pgc
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Feb-17-2010 17:52 |
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Armen,
Do you see any advantage or disadvantage of using floor heating systems INSIDE of
tiled shower floors. Some say, Why? When the water hits the floor.it's warm. Others say
it will help with the drying of the grout /tile and help to fight against mold and mildew.
Any thoughts on the subject?
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Dear PGC:
Good question:
I cannot believe some of the unusual questions I get. There is always a NEW first.
I shower every day, and I know in the movies they step into the shower and then turn the water on, but I doubt that is the case in the real world. I would not consider electric or other types of heat in a shower pan because in order for it to be efficient, it would have to stay on 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, etc. You are correct on the water heating the tiles in seconds anyway.
Drying the tile and grout quicker has no relevance because it is not the water but the contaminants from your dead skin, soap residue, and other bacteria that can start the mold process in less than 24 hours should it be confined under the tiles or the under the pan's slab at the waterproofing level. This is a natural phenomenon in tile showers and if you ever get the opportunity to tear one out, you might consider investing in a gas mask, or at least hold your breath during the demo. The heat in the floor warming systems is only + or - 85 degrees, warm enough to hydrate water quicker but not hot enough to kill any bacteria, the food source for mold.
Besides, a little bit of mold never hurt anyone (well almost anyone). If we were to live in a perfectly sanitary world, the next meteorite that lands on Earth might kill most of us, just like our “germs” killed the aliens in "War of the Worlds", or like settlers did to many Hawaiians when they landed there. We need to build some immunity to everyday germs around us, or live in a “bottle”. Armen Tavy
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Feb-10-2010 10:40 |
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Surfaces Show
Armen did you attend the Surfaces show this year?
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Dear RLASH:
Surfaces Show
I did, and as usual it was very informative. Always nice to meet my industry friends. I have attending since 1996 and have not missed a single event. Had my own 200sq ft booth last year demonstrating "008" Easy To Eliminate. I have also attended all the Coverings events since the same date and have had 3 trade show booths demonstrating my "008" System, with another Booth at this year's Coverings 2010. My Booth number is #2635. Everyone is welcome to stop by to say hello, and "Pop" a Tile or Two.
I have several "Handles" to date:
"Spacerman", "Puckman", "Thin-Skin Man", and the latest, "Elimination Man" or "Popman", I have not decided which one as yet.
Armen Tavy
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