October 4, 20197 yr 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, 20197 yr by Dreadnaught
October 4, 20197 yr Author 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 ...
October 4, 20197 yr Oh interesting. How do you compare using the wood to metal? Which do you prefer using?
October 4, 20197 yr Author 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 ?
October 4, 20197 yr Author 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 .
October 4, 20197 yr 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, 20197 yr by Temp
October 4, 20197 yr Author 18 minutes ago, Onoff said: Yep Schlüter is the dogs . Uncoupling and waterproofing in one . Think that’s the way I’ll go . ?
October 4, 20197 yr 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
October 4, 20197 yr Author 3 minutes ago, Onoff said: https://images.app.goo.gl/teiKp4yo7hV8QqdC9 Just trying to do it properly. ??? Edited October 4, 20197 yr by pocster
October 4, 20197 yr 3 minutes ago, Onoff said: waterproofing Just now, pocster said: properly First time for everything.
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