This was the existing floor

Original floor in bathroom, 12” x 12” adhesive backed vinyl tiles

Existing Plastic Shower Surround

Plastic tub surround removed to expose underlying wall. Damage can be seen in lower left. Prep included repairs here and scraping old yellow adhesive off surface. Kilz® was used as primer for plaster stabilization and tile installation. The old floor was left in place during tile work to absorb any damage occurring during tear-out and new tile install. A furniture pad was used to protect the tub.

Process

1. Line tub to prevent scratching2. Remove old shower surround3. Scrape loose plaster4. Stabilize damaged plaster with oil based Kilz®5. Using setting patch compounds repair and float walls6. Allow to harden and dry7. Install DalTile 4 ¼”x 4 ¼” ceramic tile and matching soap dish using latex based tile adhesive.8. Grout tile following manufacturers directions9. Caulk tub to wall joints, corners and around window

Flooring Install

1. Disconnect, drain, plunge and sponge dry toilet to lift2. Place toilet to side on plastic and old towels or pad3. Pull old loose tiles, cove base, transition at door etc4. Install ¼” underlayment for smooth install surface5. Install owners choice of sheet flooring with latex vinyl

adhesive6. Install new 4” cove base7. Fit and install transition strip at door (aluminumn in this

case)8. Reset toilet with new wax ring and flange bolts, test for leaks9. This install required trimming of door

End Product

This is the final product of the tub/tile and floor redecoration for an inexpensive rental

Shower Finished