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How to fix a tile shower leak without removing tiles - Inspire DIY Kent Thomas

479,429 views September 25, 2020 10:54

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If you have a leaking tiled shower and you're not too keen to spend thousands on a complete rebuild, follow the steps in this video as I show you how to stop your shower from leaking without removing any tiles.
This is a job that you can DIY and save money, fix the leak and stop further water damage to your house, and no more mould problems!

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once the penetrating sealer has cured you can use your shower again - no more water damage to our house from a leaking shower

The stuff and things I use, when clicked these links will take you directly to Amazon or an eBay site, InspireDIY is an Amazon associate/eBay Affiliate. Using these links does not impact the price in anyway for you, but InspireDIY may be able to earn from recommendations.

A hand-held Grout removal tool amzn.to/3kfmb4C but for Epoxy Grout you need to use a Multi-tool like these amzn.to/3sEHO1R
Shower waste outlet set in place using mortar/tile adhesive Davco 20kg Ultraflex Ceramic Tile Adhesive $30 Local hardware.

Regrouting with a Grout float amzn.to/3stt5XD or a cheaper Grout Squeegee amzn.to/3mmSz7L and clean-ups with a Tiling Sponge amzn.to/3gnL3Wy
Grout Davco Sanitized Colourgrout which was $8 from the local hardware store or Everbuild Tile Grout White amzn.to/3za1j4X If you prefer you could use a 'Pre-mixed tile grout squeeze tube' amzn.to/3PONv9D

The corners were all sealed with a Mould and mildew resistant Acetoxy cure Silicone amzn.to/2XzAMjH and everyone's favourite 'drip free' Caulking Gun amzn.to/2WWOtsH
The tiles/grout Sealed with a water-based tile and grout sealer amzn.to/3D0k3WL Penetrating Shower Bathroom Sealer ebay.us/HjD8jO
Remedial membrane available on eBay. Australia- ebay.us/RqqHwJ
UK- ebay.us/jKrCwT US-ebay.us/gZ2TF1
and applied with a quality natural fibre brush amzn.to/46gXtr6 (cheap synthetics will leach colour and stain tiles) ebay.us/ZmfEgi
When using any chemicals make sure you look after your skin with Blue Vinyl (powder free) Disposable Gloves in ‘Large Size’ 100pack amzn.to/3j8uUpW

I bought a ‘half face’ mask from my local hardware store that is compatible with 3M filters - (1 Pair) 60923 Respirator Cartridge/Filter, Helps Protect Against Organic Vapours, Acid Gases, Chemical and Particulates amzn.to/3MeAB3y
alternatively; check out these Ammonia filters for 3M Respirator Cartridge 6006 amzn.to/3pZsah3 ebay.us/PvKhuB
3M Half Facepiece Reusable Respirator 6300, Gases, Vapors, on amazon amzn.to/3CJDVjl or ebay ebay.us/pufY0J

The boring stuff, All plumbing installations and repairs are done under the direct supervision of a Licensed Plumber in NSW to ensure safety and compliance, please check the regulations in your state or country before undertaking any plumbing work.
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Inspire DIY published this 10:54 video tutorial on September 25, 2020. It has been watched 479,429 times on YouTube.

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