What are the requirements for installing a steam room in a residential or commercial application?
Installation guidelines are included in the TCA Handbook for Ceramic Tile Installation. Please visit the publications section to order the Handbook and ANSI Installation Standards. Once you have picked out the materials for your installation you should consult the manufacturer for their proprietary application procedures and warranties. Why do I need a membrane for a my steam room? While glazed tile is vapor impermeable, the grout is not. In fact cementitious grout easily transmits water and vapor. It is highly likely in a steam room assembly that vapor can pass through the grout. It may also be necessary to insulate the wall cavity due to differential temperatures on both sides of the wall possibly causing condensation. Each manufacturer may specify a different application of the membrane. Always check with the manufacturer’s instructions. Do I need a specific type of membrane for my steam room? A waterproof membrane meeting the standards of ANSI A118.10 (as well as being rated and re
