How Do You Build & Frame A Bathroom Shower Stall?
Ceramic tile has many beautiful design options which is why so many people choose to build their own shower stall. Like in most aspects of construction, if you keep your framing level and plumb, you will make your job easier and give it a more professional look. Framing and building a shower stall is not a difficult task, but it can be somewhat physical. The cement board is heavy to move around, but with a little help you can tackle this project with confidence. Snap a straight line on the floor where the back wall will rest and mark the finish width of your shower remembering to add 1 inch for the cement backer board. Square off the back line with a framing square and draw a pencil line on the floor. Repeat this process on the other side. If you are using an existing wall, square off of it and shim the studs to your square lines if there is gap between your line and the sole plate. Measure the back and front of the shower opening to make sure they are the same width. If the measuremen
