Friday, September 24, 2010

72" x 72" Shower Kit for Walk-In Showers


The 72"x72" Styrofoam Shower Kit is a complete, easy to install waterproofing system for maintenance-free tiled showers.   If you are looking for a huge walk-in tile shower, look no further than this 72" shower kit available on Carpetstretcher.net.

The 72"x72" Tile Shower Kit includes all of the components to build a fully bonded water tight tile shower assembly. Shower tray, shower drain, shower waterproofing membrane, and more are all included to make the shower installation process easy. There is no waiting time between steps, and tiles can be installed immediately. This shower system protects wall cavities against water and vapor penetration, and features a prefabricated sloped Styrofoam shower pan for perfect water drainage. This shower tray completely eliminates the need to build a mortar bed, and will save you tons of time.

The 72" x 72" Shower Kits are available in four different drain finishes:  stainless steel, black, brass, and bronze.  In addition, each shower kit includes 213 square feet of Aqua Shield waterproofing membrane for shower walls, a 5" x 62.4' roll of waterproofing band for shower wall seams, a ProVa shower drain and drain plate, a 72" x 72" pre-sloped polystyrene shower pan, 4 inside shower waterproofing corners, and 2 shower curbs.  Everything you need to build a water tight shower minus the tile itself.

For more information on the 72" x 72" Shower Kit, CLICK HERE.

Sunday, September 19, 2010

Crain Heavy-Duty Jamb Saw

Crain's model 825 Jamb Saw is the big brother of the 555 model. Use it to to make undercuts along the walls, door jambs and even in toe spaces. The adjustable height of the blade allows for cuts to be made to fit any installation needs.

Replacement blades come in a different variety of styles to help suit your needs. If you're doing basic undercuts and wooden doors, a carbide #821 blade will fit the bill. If you need something to push through tougher materials like stone, brick, marble or granite; then pick up a diamond-tipped #822 blade.

This jamb saw also comes with it's own carrying case to help protect the saw when it's not in use and to make transporting it easier. To learn more or to pick up this saw, click here!

Friday, September 17, 2010

GreenSeel Waterproofing Membrane and Tile Underlayment

GreenSeel is a waterproofing membrane and tile underlayment that is completely waterproof and acts as a crack isolation membrane for tile coverings.  GreenSeel is a ready to use product as well.  Unlike most other roll on membranes that require mixing, multiple coats, and seam tapes, GreenSeel requires none of the above.  Open up the bucket, grab a trowel, brush, or paint roller, and start applying.  Log onto Carpetstretcher.net to check out how easy it is.

GreenSeel is a latex membrane that is completely waterproof.  GreenSeel can be used on interior and exterior applications as a shower waterproofer or a flooring tile underlayment for tiled surfaces. This roll on membrane works well as a moisture barrier in continuously wet areas. The GreenSeel roll-on tile underlayment is formulated to give you elastomeric properties in order to decrease the risk of substrate cracks and movement from reaching your tiled surface.

Suitable Uses:
  • Shower Stalls & Tub Surrounds
  • Swimming Pools
  • Steam Rooms
  • Spas & Hot Tubs
  • Water features
  • Interior and Exterior tile coverings

Approved Substrates:
  • Concrete
  • Cement Backer Board
  • Block or Brick Masonry
  • Mortar Beds
  • Exterior Grade Plywood (Interior Only)
  • Gypsum Wall Board (Interior Only)
  • OSB (Interior Only)
  • Gypcrete and Lightweight Concrete (Interior Only)
GreenSeel Covers 50 square feet per gallon as a Waterproofing Membrane, and 100 square feet per gallon as a Tile Underlayment.

For more information on GreenSeel, CLICK HERE.

Tuesday, August 31, 2010

Ardex Feather Finish

Ardex Feather Finish can be used for filling in gaps, gouges, ridges and depressions to help smooth out virtually any type of subfloor that you need to work on.

Application is simple; one full 10lb bag should be mixed with 2.5 quarts of water and you're ready to go. Remember that it has a 15-20 minute pot life, so only mix prior to use. If you don't need a whole bag for a job, then mix 2 parts powder to 1 part water.

One bag can roughly cover up to 16.7sq ft at 1/4" or up to 33.3sq ft at 1/8".

To find out more information you can click here, and remember to check out Carpetstretcher.net for all your other installation needs!

Friday, August 27, 2010

72" x 72" Shower Tray

Looking to build that 6' x 6' walk-in tile shower of your dreams?  Instead of pouring your own mortar bed, make life easier with the 72" x 72" Shower Tray by ProVa Shower Systems, and available on Carpetstretcher.net

The 72" Tray is made out of a durable condensed styrofoam that won't break-down over time. This tray can be cut down to size in order to make a custom size shower or a neo-angle shower base. If you are cutting this tray down, make sure you try to cut even amounts off of opposite sides in order to maintain the pitch of the shower base.  Each shower base is perfectly pitched at a 1/4" per foot for water drainage.

The 72" Shower Tray comes as a 12 piece kit that is easily assembled. The 72" Pan is installed directly to the subfloor with a modified thinset, without the use of vinyl or PVC liners. The shower assembly can be completed using a minimum of 1/4" x 3/8" and up to 3/8" x 3/8" square or U-notched trowel.

Also, make sure you use Aqua Shield Waterproofing Membrane to waterproof your shower tray and walls.

For more information on the 72" x 72" Shower Tray, CLICK HERE.

Sunday, August 15, 2010

Waterproofing with Aqua Shield

Aqua Shield is a waterproofing membrane created by Blanke. This is an easy to install product that can be used to help waterproof showers. You can find Aqua Shield waterproofing membrane on Carpetstretcher.net.

This is an ideal product to use if you are using a cement board, Aqua Shield will ensure a leak proof shower installation. The installation of the membrane is very easy; simply apply the membrane with a thinset and soon after you can tile over the waterproofing membrane with your thinset mortar.

To learn more about Aqua Shield, click HERE.

Friday, August 6, 2010

Move 1400 Pound Loads with the Airsled 3205

The Airsled Appliance Mover model 3205 has a lifting capacity of 1400 lbs.  Moving that heavy refrigerator is no longer difficult with the Airsled 3205.  The Airsled 3205 is available on Carpetstretcher.net

If you are in the middle of a home renovation project where moving large objects and heavy loads is necessary, make the move easy and safe on yourself.  Also, forget about having to call over a bunch of friends to help you move these loads, as the Airsled can safely lift up to 1400 pounds with the flip of a switch.  Thus turning a 3-4 person job into a one person job!

This particular model is also ideal for flooring installers as well.  If you are a contractor installing new floors, Airsled products will help you move any heavy object over surfaces such as concrete, carpet, vinyl, and wood without causing any damage to the surfaces, or object you are moving.

The Model 3205 Appliance Mover Includes:
  • (2) 12" x 39" x 3/16" Airsled Aluminum Air Beams
  • 4 peak horsepower 12.5 amp power unit
  • Three hoses, "T" connector
  • 4 rough surface/carpet adapters
  • One pair nylon carrying bags and carrying strap
For more information on the Airsled Appliance Mover Model 3205, CLICK HERE.