Do you need more living space?
Add a new bathroom to your basement!
This course will give you guidance on:
~Where to locate your bathroom in the basement
~Your best layout options
~How to add plumbing to your existing system
~Framing, electrical, drywall, waterproofing, tile setting & so much more!
You WILL save money, time & frustration!
Guides, checklists, & material lists are included.
This course will keep you organized and prepared for your remodel project.
Layout
It's important to PLAN ahead & locate your bathroom in an area that will be easiest to add new plumbing.
(Layout Diagrams with common bathroom configurations included for download.) 👍
Concrete Removal
This can be one of the most labor intensive parts of the project! LEARN the most efficient ways to cut & remove a concrete floor.
Plumbing
This is, by far, the most technical aspect of adding a new bathroom to a basement.
I will guide you through common plumbing layouts, best practices when setting piping, how to connect to the existing system, & most importantly, testing the new plumbing system.
Prepare for New Concrete
The most important tip I can give you is to start out with a LEVEL foundation. I give you detailed explanations & demonstrations on forming & preparing for a new concrete floor.
EZ Screed Method
I show you the methods I use so you don't have to work harder than you already have to. 😄
Concrete Finishing
Pouring a new concrete floor is fairly simple, and I show you exactly how to do it on your own.
Don't stress, you got this! 👍
Curbless Shower
I ask my clients this question when remodeling their shower:
Why step over a shower curb if you don't have to?
Step-by-step guidance on installing a curbless shower
PLAN for a curbless shower over concrete
LEARN the best practices for forming a mud bed shower pan
BUILD with the best & easiest products on the market
Example Curriculum
- Hire a Licensed Plumber (1:21)
- Capping Water Supplies (1:14)
- Cutting Clay Pipe & Attaching PVC (3:38)
- Dry fitting Main Waste Line (3:23)
- Gluing & Setting Main Waste Line (3:45)
- Vanity & Shower Drain (4:16)
- Shower Drain Move (Tile Layout) (3:55)
- 2nd Floor Bath (5:19)
- Vanity Trap Adapter & Vent Completion (4:26)
- ABS to PVC (2nd Floor Lav) (3:48)
- Drainage Review (5:06)
- PEX (9:10)
- Testing Drains (3:27)
- Foam Insulation (6:58)
- Drywall Ceiling (2:19)
- Drywall Plumbing Wall (2:49)
- Blocking & Drywall Hanging of the Rest (2:37)
- Pre-filling & Mud Selection (2:01)
- 1st Coat (4:49)
- Overhanging Shower Waterproofing (1:49)
- Outside corners (1:38)
- 2nd Coat (4:59)
- 3rd Coat (2:58)
- Final Sanding & Wet Sanding (0:30)
- Door Trim (0:52)
- Prime & Paint (3:06)
Framing Tips
There is no doubt that basements can be a challenge to frame. Most of the time, there are obstacles you have to work around. I provide some tips & tricks that will make this easier for you successfully complete. 👍
Pocket Door
For confined spaces, a pocket door is a great solution to provide more room. Let's go over the easiest way to install a pocket door. 🌟
Spray Foam
Basements are usually moist & damp. The best kind of insulation for environments like that is foam insulation. I'll show you the safe & effective ways to insulate. 👊
Electrical
LEARN about common configurations & NEC code rules for bathroom electrical. ⚡
Heated Flooring
Do your feet 👣 get cold from the tile floors in your bathroom? 😨 I have the perfect solution! Let's install a heated flooring system. 🔥🔥
Shower Light
Don't be in the dark when you shower! PLAN to use the most effective & efficient methods to adding a light to your shower.
Finishing Drywall
I show you my tried & true techniques on how to finish drywall. 😊
The Details
Details matter. 👊
I show you how to address those small details to help set you apart from the common DIYer!
Professional Results
Get professional results by following my step-by-step guidance.
Cement Board
Rock solid advice on a rock solid tile backer board. 💥
BUILD your shower to last a lifetime!
Waterproofing
The most important aspect to a long lasting shower. 🚿
Liquid waterproofing is fool proof! 😆
LEARN about the best products available and the ones I love to use.
Tile Layout
LEARN the best strategies on setting & laying out tile from a certified tile installer {CTI #1449}. 🌟
Tile Cutting
Don't get stressed out about the tile work. 👊
I'll show you some tips & tricks that will make tile setting fun. 😃
Custom Shower Niche
BUILD a "WOW" factor custom shower niche. 😁
Pebble Stone Floor
I show you the newest and very popular way to install a pebble stone floor-- piece by piece.
Epoxy Grout
Long lasting, easy to clean, and NO SEALING!
I promise you that all epoxy grouts are not created equally! I show you how to use the best products on the market. 🔥
Caulking
Just like icing a cake...
I've caulked 100s of showers in my career, and I share my best methods and products with you.
Shower Faucet Installation
The defining fixture in your shower. 💎
You'll be as impressed by this shower system as I was! 😃
Shower Door Installation
The Final Finishing Touch of Your Shower 🔥
A good game PLAN makes a huge difference in performance.
Follow my guidance for a stress-free installation.
Get All of My Courses Bundled Together 😊
Don't be left without answers! Every bathroom scenario is has a different set of circumstances.
Each one of my courses will highlight best practices & methods to overcome common renovation challenges!
