Dreadnaught Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 (edited) 29 minutes ago, pocster said: Stud work going good Just out of general interest, I wonder did you ever consider using metal studwork, @nod-style? I am tempted. Edited October 4, 2019 by Dreadnaught Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocster Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 32 minutes ago, Dreadnaught said: Just out of general interest, I wonder did you ever consider using metal studwork, @nod-style? I am tempted. Ahhhhhhh I have ! All below ground is metal stud ( though I’ve only done a tiny portion) . Ground level just went with timber because it’s a timber frame ( yeah I know ! No logic there ) Underground metal stud photo ... 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dreadnaught Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 Oh interesting. How do you compare using the wood to metal? Which do you prefer using? 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocster Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 8 minutes ago, Dreadnaught said: Oh interesting. How do you compare using the wood to metal? Which do you prefer using? Lol ! When I first started with metal I hated it - screwing it together and cutting it a right pain . Then I got into it ! . Loved every piece is dead straight - get a magnetic level and you are laughing . Back on timber now - prefer it . TBH as I will end up swapping between them it would be hard to choose one over the over . Do both ? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocster Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 Right that’s pretty much it . Some extra noggins to support plasterboard at edges required later . Space infront of the vertical white pipes to allow for tv screen at end of bath . Space above where geberit cistern is going should allow for some recessed storage . 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Temp Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 (edited) 5 hours ago, pocster said: Ok : looked at these on line . Does that mean the tiles aren’t actually bonded to the concrete ? . Or does a decoupling mat have ‘gaps’ in it to allow the tile adhesive through ? Happy to use one if it solves potential problems later ... They don't usually have holes. Most have a texture/pattern both sides that helps the adhesive bond it to the floor and tiles. Some are waterproof and can provide a form of tanking. BAL have a tech guide... https://www.bal-adhesives.com/a-technical-guide-to-uncoupling-systems/ There are also several vids on youtube. Search "Decoupling mat" or "uncoupling mat". Edited October 4, 2019 by Temp 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Pocster Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 18 minutes ago, Onoff said: Yep Schlüter is the dogs . Uncoupling and waterproofing in one . Think that’s the way I’ll go . ? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onoff Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 1 hour ago, pocster said: Yep Schlüter is the dogs . Uncoupling and waterproofing in one . Think that’s the way I’ll go . ? https://images.app.goo.gl/teiKp4yo7hV8QqdC9 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocster Posted October 4, 2019 Author Share Posted October 4, 2019 (edited) 3 minutes ago, Onoff said: https://images.app.goo.gl/teiKp4yo7hV8QqdC9 Just trying to do it properly. ??? Edited October 4, 2019 by pocster Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Onoff Posted October 4, 2019 Share Posted October 4, 2019 3 minutes ago, Onoff said: waterproofing Just now, pocster said: properly First time for everything. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pocster Posted October 5, 2019 Author Share Posted October 5, 2019 17 hours ago, Onoff said: First time for everything. Bitch ! FIGHT ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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