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        asfriedman
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        Hello All. I am getting ready to install a new Sterling Vikrel shower base in my currently gutted shower. The install guide suggests inly needing to use the felt liner but also lists using morter as an alternative. The floor is pretty level. Is there a benefit to using morter? And if so, what type would be suggested. Thanks so much!
         
        Posts: 6 | Registered: Aug 24, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        Jaybee
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        The mortar is used to fully support the shower base. About any type of mortar will work but I'd go with a basic thinset.


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        Posts: 9059 | Location: Knoxville, Tennessee | Registered: Sep 27, 2003Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        joecaption
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        I've never heard of a felt liner.
        Without a soild base the floor will crack over time.


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        Posts: 17730 | Location: Hartfield VA | Registered: Jan 31, 2004Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        Re-mdlr
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        I'm a fan using mortar not only as support, but it helps quiet down the shower or tub. It's quieter with water splashes and dropped bars of soap or whatever.
         
        Posts: 691 | Location: No. California | Registered: Mar 24, 2004Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        asfriedman
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        Thanks for the responses! Much appreciated.
         
        Posts: 6 | Registered: Aug 24, 2012Reply With QuoteReport This Post
        asfriedman
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        Hi. Just wanted to post a follow up. Finished putting in the pan. I ended up using Quickcrete Morter mix after a recommendation from GC. Put in a, 1 1/2" bed and set the pan. It came out just great and as level and solid as could be. So glad I went this direction and did not simply use the felt pad as prescibed originally. Thanks again!
         
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