Is your bathroom or shower waterproof or not?

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Some contractors install tile directly over plaster, drywall and even concrete board. This Non-waterproofing method causes leaks, mold and structural damage. This low-cost method may be financially attractive, but the destructive end result is always the same and usually comes with a taillight guarantee.

Another method that some contractors perform is the roll on waterproof liquid. If this procedure is done correctly with enough coats, it can work well for the walls. Sadly, this method leaves water entry points at the shower pan, drain, curbs and fixtures. This method is slightly more than the previous alternative, but the destructive end result is inevitable.

I use the Schluter System which is an integrated family of products that together form a fully bonded, watertight assembly. This System eliminates the potential for leakage, efflorescence, and mold growth, and dramatically reduces total installation time. Schluter backs this system with a lifetime guarantee. The material cost is more than the previous methods, but the labor cost is less.