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    Waterproof tape

    The second half of the video on www.waterproofingshowers.com shows the application of tape in conjunction with a BAL WP1 - might be of interest
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    protecting walls and floors from water

    I would stick to the BAL materials, otherwise you may loose out on the BAL Guarantee which will not cover other manufacturers materials. There is also a slide show on waterproofingshowers.com which may be of interest.
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    protecting walls and floors from water

    Hi Malina, WP1 refers to the grey heavy liquid paint applied over the wall that forms a waterproof membrane after drying. The BAL waterproofing kit (or BAL WP1 waterproofing kit) also includes polyester reinforcing tape/matting and APD primer. If (as suggested) you are considering using the BAL...
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    Marmox in Northern Ireland.

    Try Flexel - they distribute Marmox - ask for Dell 00 353 86 8095 774
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    Your thoughts on splitting Silicon...

    I have seen cases where installers use white spirits to clean ledges in preparation for Silicon. White spirits is oil based. You can imagine the consequences!
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    Your thoughts on splitting Silicon...

    Was the protective surface liner fully removed across the full width of the ledge so as not to act as a Silicon bond-breaker between the Silicon and adjacent ledge that may cause de-bonding after cure shrinkage has occured?
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    Which method to install showerbath?

    If you Silicon the bottom edge of the tile to the adjacent ledge after tanking the wall, is there a moisture trap between the back of the tile and membrane? Not all strips have “soft lips” that discolour. The attached file might be of interest.
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    New type Sealux trim longevity

    Sealux do not promote pressure sensitive soft lip seals of the type mentioned. Sealux seals do not have soft lips. The test data (for longevity) is on the Sealux portal. Cheers - Ger
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    would like some advice please guys

    This type of installation (BAL WP1) is detailed in animation on www.waterproofingshowers.com The PDF 'Get Connected' explains the benefit of a Sealux seal
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    fingers or tool??!!

    Can't beat a smooth slippy finger!
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    Bath seal

    Dave, I agree insofar as all horizontal surfaces (including ledge and tray base surfaces) subjected to a flow of soaps, shampoos,.... in the shower environment gather s***e as the water flow reduces and dumps it’s load! Non-horizontal surfaces including pvc strips and Silicon can look crappy in...
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    Should Porcelain be sealed

    Nice photos Lee Tiles look a little rough? Ger
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    BAL WP1 - matting !

    Ah - Ta Dan!
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    BAL WP1 - matting !

    Sorry, it did not upload! On www.sealuxportal.com the pdf 'Get Connected' explains (bottom left).
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    BAL WP1 - matting !

    Boosha The attached doc. may be of interest re waterproofing onto a tray/bath ledge.
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    waterproofing a shower-help please

    Bladerunner I attach a file that may be of interest to you when connecting a liquid or mat membrane onto a shower tray ledge. Ger
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    Which tanking product to use.?

    You might consider installing a transition seal such as Sealux. The benefits of incorporating Sealux into the overall waterproofing job (over ledges) are detailed on the GET CONECTED file attached
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    Need Advice

    Nicol, dock has covered the main points If you decide to re-tile, you might consider installing one of our movement joint seals behind the tiles over the ledge/wall joint Best of luck
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    Need Advice

    Sorry Andy - I mean Nicol
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    Need Advice

    Andy What is the shower tray made of (resin/steel/fibre glass) Has it supporting legs? What is it resting on (Timber joist/concrete)? What type of walls enclose the shower? Ger Ger
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