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3. extension Panel Kit Pre-Fit
Bliss Tubs’ two-piece extension panel kits are designed to bring our different size tubs out to a total length of
60 inches (or 5 feet), the standard stud to stud dimension for a bathtub/shower space. But tub spaces are rarely
either square or exactly 60 inches long if and when tile, cement, backer board, wall panel, or sheet rock are
added. So in most cases some trimming of the extension panel will be necessary.
Extension panel kits are designed and intended to be installed behind the seat. When installing a right hand tub
(door is on the right side) then a right hand extension panel kit is included and intended to be installed behind
the seat (which would be against the left wall as shown below). When installing a flange down tub, the extension
panels are “universal” and can be installed on either end of the tub.
instaLLation
Extension Panel Front Piece
Extension Panel Top Piece
cutting the extension panels:
1. Mark the panel with a scribe following the contour of the wall it will be installed against.
2.
An angle grinder with a medium to fine grit blade is recommended for cutting the fiberglass and gel coat
parts. A reciprocating saw with a fine tooth metal blade or a jigsaw with a fine tooth metal blade or carbide
grit blade at a low speed can also be used. If the speed is too high the blade may chip the gel coat finish
along the cutting edge. The ideal blade for long term use is a carbide or diamond grit blade.
3.
Finish the cut edge with a couple light passes with a fine or medium grit sand paper to remove any sharp
edges or splinters on the underside of the panel. Be careful not to dull the finish of the gel coat.
