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Video Series: Tile a Shower

Learn how to install a custom tile shower from professional tilesetter Tom Meehan.

By Tom Meehan

This video series includes in-depth demonstrations on everything from installing cement backer board and installing a custom shower pan to using a story pole and setting glass tile. You’ll also learn how to creating a professional look by adding such features as shampoo niches, benches, shelves and glass tile accents.

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Video Series: Tile a Shower

Learn how to install a custom tile shower from professional tilesetter Tom Meehan.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Essential Tile Tools

Whether you’re renting or buying, having the right tools is essential. In this video, Tom explains the basic set of tools you'll need.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Install Backer Board

Learn how cut, fit it in place, make cutouts for plumbing fixtures, and effectively strengthen backer board around corners and shelves.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Install a Shower Pan: Part 1

Learn the first steps to installing a quality shower pan using the popular Kerdi membrane including tips on how to make water-tight corners.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Use a Story Pole

Learn how to use the story pole to locate bench seats and shampoo nooks as well as avoid unsightly layout problems down the road.
Video Series: Install Subway Tile

Learn how to install field tile on the shower stall wall, keeping it straight with a ledger and aligned as the installation progresses.
Video Series: Install a Shower Pan: Part 2

Learn how to complete the shower pan by applying the membrane and setting the drain-flange depth.
Video Series: Install a Shampoo Niche

Learn tricks for locating a niche, cutting the tile backer, building the sides and ensuring the base won’t collect water.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Build a Bench

Learn how to locate and install an out-of-the-box bench frame that’s ready to be tiled.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Install Glass Tile

Learn how to choose and apply a bonding material, layout and space glass tile as well as tricks on ensuring that every tile is set properly.
Tile a Shower Video Series: Apply a Liquid Membrane

Learn how to protect vulnerable areas by applying a waterproof seal called a liquid membrane.

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This video series includes in-depth demonstrations on everything from installing cement backer board and installing a custom shower pan to using a story pole and setting glass tile. You’ll also learn how to creating a professional look by adding such features as shampoo niches, benches, shelves and glass tile accents. More about this Video Series

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