Thanks for the video. I worked at a plumbing supply house on the show room floor but was sure how the actual installations went. What I would like to know: if doing a complete remodel would you install the new tile floor under the tub just as you should under the toilet and vanity?

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Michael- Thanks for your postings!! I’ve learned a lot these past few days about my own home and applying the knowledge you’ve shared through your videos. Now I know what it’s truly like to be a home owner and tackling on projects to beautify your own home.

Just a quick question- what size lumber did you use to support the back wall? Is that just a typical framing stud which is 2.5″ x 1.5″? I’ve up to that point now with my project before I drop in the tub. If you can reply ASAP that would be great. Thanks!!

Tilemaster, I’ve been watching many of your videos and you are a very skilled tradesman. I have one question: why do I never see you making access panels or trap doors behind shower plumbing to install emergency shit off valves for shower repairs?

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TileMaster, thank you very much for doing this video, I am installing a bathtub at home and this video really gave me great ideas on how to proceed, May the Lord keep you healthy and wealthy. Regards from Costa Rica.

There are very few contractors/handymen as good as this. Very thorough and comprehensive, and covers every little detail that many installers overlook.
Well done, excellent video.

I have been referring to your videos for several years. For a DIY person, your presentations are very clear. Thank you!

oops, he sells the standard kit  for 56. he sells the  flex piece seperately for $26.

I see stringer boards as 2 x 4’s but my tub’s ledge is 1 3/16. The company says to use the 2×4 but that would put the tub further from the wall. Am I the only one who questions this type of thing?

can you answer a question, please? My husband wants to know which is the better to use, to set a whirlpool tub on a wood floor……cement mortar, or foam insulation? Thank you for your help.

This is the single best tub installation video on Youtube thank you.

Shot myself in the foot by having someone install a tub for me even after watching your videos.  The dryer vent comes through the subfloor next to the drain pipe and instead of moving it – the guy crushed it and it is gaping open.  Next, instead of using a stringer board there are 2 unsecured vertical 2×4’s holding the tub up on the back side, 1 is wobly.  And lastly, level is pitched forward towards the drain and out towards the apron.  Should have done it myself… 

Excellent video!  You mentioned that the tub is a Bootzcast – in your opinion, how does the quality of this tub compare to Americast or to a cast iron tub?

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I’ve been watching your videos and have to say they are excellent. I’m getting ready to remodel an upstairs small bathroom in my townhouse. The previous owner did a hack job on the installation of everything in it, literally, and the ceiling and duct work below it were severely damaged. Of course I didn’t realize the severity of the poor work until a few years after I owned the house. It’s going to involve replacing everything from subfloor to drywall. I’m going to tile the floor.

How do you feel about 4 piece tubs? I thought it might be easier to maintain. I’d prefer a one piece setup with no joins, but it’s impossible to get up the steps. Is tile be better? Looks aren’t a major concern in the tub area. I’m more interested in durability and low maintenance because it’s a second bathroom used by the kids.

thank you for taking the time to upload this video series. It was invaluable to me as I took on remodeling our bathroom.

QUESTION: do you HAVE to re-do the drain par,t or you can use the old one assuming that it is still in good condition?

and by the way, AWESOME video. very helpful THANK YOU.

You are extremely precise and careful with everything–the ultimate professional. This is superb workmanship.
The reason for level I don’t get however, since some water will always drip outside tub on floor from shower or splashes. So threally issue is good caulking between tub and floor rather than level to try to keep every single drop of water going back to center of tub which will never happen anyways?

Is this guy retarded? Every other word out of his mouth is UUUHHHHH. I realize he’s not from the U.S.,go figure but if he’s going to give demonstrations, at least speak with some literacy.

Very interesting and helpful. Out of curiosity, would it have worked if you had checked the cardboard box for square and then used it as a template? Maybe putting the tub on the box, marking the edges, and then marking where the holes would be? Then you could cut out a template of the tub (including cutouts for the drain) and set that in place to get the drain lined up. You could even have folded part of the box up to get the overflow (if there was enough cardboard). Do you think this idea would work?

This video is awesome maybe I come this way visiting you

I tried to order the remodel overflow through The Tile Master on EBay.  However, the kit seems to no longer be available there.  Where else can we buy it Tile Master? I really need three of them!

Thanks. LOVE your videos