5. Complete the Finished Wall
For Receptor-Only Installations
NOTE:
Apply the water-resistant wall material over the nailing flanges leaving a 1/4
″
(6 mm) gap
between the receptor and the wall material. When the edge of the wall surround and the finished wall are
sealed, a gap helps reduce the possibility of water seeping into the wall material.
NOTE:
Provide properly sized holes for the plumbing fixtures when installing water-resistant wall material
and finished wall material.
Cover the framing around the wall surrounds and the shower receptor with water-resistant wall
material. Leave a 1/4
″
(6 mm) gap between the wall material and the receptor.
Seal the joints between the receptor and the water-resistant wall material with clear silicone sealant.
Allow the sealant to set according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Install the finished wall over the water-resistant wall material. Leave a 1/8
″
(3 mm) gap between the
finished wall and the receptor.
Seal the joints between the receptor and the water-resistant wall material with either silicone sealant
or tile grout, depending on the installation method. If clear silicone sealant is used, leave weep holes
in each corner of the receptor.
Seal the joints between the receptor and the finished floor and the baseboard with silicone sealant.
Allow the sealant to set according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
Water-Resistant
Wall Material
Water-Resistant
Wall Material
1/4" (6 mm)
1/4" (6 mm)
Receptor
Flange
Shower receptor
with drywall
Shower receptor
with tile, marble, etc.
Silicone Sealant
Finished Wall
Tile or other
wall finish
Receptor
Flange
Silicone Sealant
or Grout
Weep Holes
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