Fitting a shower tray may seem look like a daunting task and well, to some extent, you’re perfectly right if you feel so. This is why shower tray installation is best left to a reliable professional who can guarantee the best results the first time especially if you lack the confidence required to pull off the task. If you wish to make this project a DIY task, then you’ve come to the right place! In this post, we’re going to take you through the adjustable shower tray fitting process to ensure you get it right the first time. Let’s take a look!
- Position the shower tray at the spot where you intend to have it fitting and outline the tray with the help of a pencil. Install the adjustable riser legs, then proceed to adjust them to an even height. Make use of a spirit level to make sure the tray is flat and level, then connect the tray’s waste outlet.
- Make sure that the riser legs are properly adjusted as this will make for a smooth fall to pass out the waste. Usually, 50mm fall per metre of pipework will be a good guide. Once done, ensure to fit the centre leg.
- Determine the appropriate route to the waste pipe from the waste trap inside the tray.
- Put the tray. Make use of a spirit level to ensure the tray is level to eliminate drainage issues and avoid overflow.
- Examine the riser legs to see that they’re engaged with tightened up lock nuts.
- Cover the gaps around the shower tray’s surroundings using the side panel.
- Use a sealant to secure the shower tray between the wall and the tray.
- Fix the side panels to the shower tray to conceal the pipework from view.