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Installation Instructions for the plumber or DIYer during “rough in”

The plumber should be installing the Guide during “rough plumbing”stage. This is preferred. There are no ANSI specifications for the tile installer to tile up to the flange. There are always gaps. These gaps become water ways when the wax rings leaks. Eventually all wax rings leak. When there is water damage or leaks the plumber is called not the tile installer. The plumber can easily seal the floor around the flange protecting the floor and the tile guide will be in place for the tile installer making his job easier.

    The plumber or DIYer will need a tube of  mold resistant silicone and a T-square

 

 

   If the toilet that is to be installed is available the plumber can check to see if the footprint of the   toilet will cover the guide. 99% of toilets will cover the guide. If the toilet has not been purchased and since the plumber has to come back to install the toilet it would make sense to remove the dogears. Use a T-Square to align the guide around the flange using the back wall as a guide. The label has been removed for this demonstration so that you can see better.

 

 

  Using a pencil draw a outline of the guide.

 

 

 

 

 

Start placing the adhesive by putting a bead of mold resistant silicone adhesive  around the flange. This flange had cut outs. Fill all cut outs with the silicone to seal the perimeter of the flange.

 

 

 

  Use plenty of silicone going around the flange and then put adhesive onto the penciled outline. Put more adhesive in open areas.

 

 

 

Remove the eyelet and place the guide into the adhesive. Push the guide firmly so that the adhesive comes through the screw holes on guide. Remove the adhesive from the perimeter so that the  tiles can butt up against the guides edge. Align with the T-square. Using screws is optional.

For the DIYer or the Professional tile installer if the Guide is NOT already in place.

   When you get near the flange spread  mold resistant silicone completly around the flange.

 

 

 

  Push the Guide into the silicone.  Clean the perimeter of adhesive overflow. Using the previous placed tiles as a guide and use a T-Square to align.

 

 

 

   Finish tiling up to the guide making only straight tile cuts.  Leave the debris shield on until you are ready to install the toilet.

 

 

 

Most toilet will cover the guide without this step.

If you want to check to see if the toilet will cover the toilet flange tile guide before you tile or install the toilet you can turn over your toilet and lay the guide over the hole in bottom of the toilet. This part is called the horn. If you can see the edges of the toilet all the way around the guide you are all set.  If parts of the guide extend past the edges of the toilet when the guide is centered remove the ‘DOG EARS’ of the guide and install the guide using the normal installation instructions.  Cut 2 pieces triangle pieces of tile the shape of the dog ears. Still no nipping or grinding just one straight cut. Adhere these tile triangles where the dogears were.

Bookcase Instructional Video

Watch a college student build a bookcase!

Time Lapse Shelving Video

Do I need a level or a studfinder?

It depends on the project. Properly used brackets allow the floor to take the load and fastening to a stud is not needed. If you are making a system where every shelf is parallel to each other a tape measure will work and a level is not necessarily.

Do the walls need to be made of sheetrock?

Most homes that were made in the last 30 years are made with sheetrock. If your home does not have sheetrock you will need to use wall anchors rated for plaster walls and the projects should be anchored to the floor.

Will the home center store cut the shelving for me?

The larger home center stores have saws on the selling floor used by their employees that are meant for customers just like you. If you are shopping in a local hardware store just ask.

Can the brackets be cut shorter?

BARRACUDA BRACKETS are approximately 8 inches long and are rated for shelving up to 14 inches deep. If you are making a project that has narrower shelving the brackets can be cut shorter to accommodate this.

Are wall anchors needed?

Yes, We recommend you use them. Some project are meant to be free standing, in that case no wall anchors will be used.

Can doors, closet rods, and drawers be added?

Large Home Centers sell cabinet doors and drawers in many styles that can be added to your project. They also sell closet rods if you are designing a closet.

Do I need a extended length drill tip?

Yes, we think your project will be easier to complete if you use an extended length insert bit of at least 2-3 inches.

Should I pre-drill the holes?

Depending on the shelving material you use and the experience of the installer. Natural wood works great without pre-drilling. If the installer has little experience with using an electric drill then pre-drilling holes is recommended.