Bath tub side panel dilema

12 years ago

Dear All, I am facing a bit of a dilema....we are renovating our house and for the bath tub we are not sure what type of bath side panel to put. Ideally we would like for it to be tiled, but I understand that if there are problems it will be very difficult to access. How can this be avoided? How can we have easy access with tiled side panel?

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Someone's in the Kitchen, Inc.

12 years ago

Hi Narrisca! Using a free-standing tub would certainly solve your concern. But if you want a soaker (non-jetted) tub in a tiled pedestal, I agree with ASV. General practice in this situation is to treat the plumbing connections here as any in-wall plumbing work - close it in an plan that it will function long and well.

If an access hatch seems a requirement for you, we usually create these by creating a plywood-backed hatch that we fix in place with color-matched caulk rather than the adjacent grout - so it can be cut out if necesssary.

Cabinetry side panels are easier to build with access, but tend to get water-damaged if the tub is used much. Happy Tubbing! Mark

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Boerne Kitchens and Baths
12 years ago
Are you speaking of access to the motor for a whirlpool? A tiled panel could be constructed or possibly an access from the end of the tub next to a commode or in a linen closet. You might even be able to create an access from the exterior.
Angel 18432
12 years ago
You should be able to construct some kind of side panel that is tiled. Use heavy duty velco to attach to the side of the tub tiling. You will have to construct the wall so velco can be attached.
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Narrisca
Original Author
12 years ago
Thanks both! Boerne Kitchen and Baths, not for a whirlpool. I am just thinking in case there is a problem with the taps, i.e. A leak or something and plumber needs to get underneath.
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ASVInteriors
12 years ago
last modified: 12 years ago
In most cases, if there is no need to access for a whirlpool (as with a toilet cistern that has been walled in) you just tile and be damned ;-).
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Genoveve Serge Interior Design, CID # 6795
12 years ago
Have you looked into a free standing tub with no surround, no tile? This idea can be used when you have enough clearance around the tub in order to install exposed tub fill. There are so many gorgeous choices. Check out a great plumbing fixture showroom close to your home.
Hope this helps