I wish all people in the trades were as accommodating and as willing to pass on information to the next generation like these guys! Well done and great example for all to follow!!!!!
That was a great video Rob. Wedi should use that as their proper installation video. Much more helpful to see a real contractor install on a real site than a rep installing in a studio. Also Jason did an excellent job teaching his knowledge and tips are truly impressive.
Pro tip for mixing thin sets and muds... Start the drill in reverse so it spins all the liquidy shit downwards instead of up and over the bucket. Once it gets thicker, spin forward.
Great video. It's ALLLLLL about attention to detail and I see you guys have it. I can't say enough about paying attention to detail and not rushing and cutting corners.
I use a 1/2” square notch trowel with a rubber mallet and level my pan. If the subfloor is really out of whack I self level prior to setting the pan. Leveling the pan after installing is more work since the pan is already pitched. This method works really well for me since it makes my starter row of tile really easy from the bottom up.
goodcat1982 agreed if it were thought-out. This is not my normal format but i thought itd be cool to film it. What made this choppy to film was we were showing these guys- then they would do it. Explain-Demo-Do!
I actually prefer a more detailed video like this. You guys made a fantastic video. I'm curious though... do you guys prefer Wedi or Schluter? The company I work for uses Schluter
Pro tip: I forgot to include this in my previous comment. The easiest way to cut the groove around the perimeter after trimming a pan is to use a router. The guy underneath a bit is perfect for cutting out that slot and I think it takes me about a minute to cut my grass around the outside. I have a dedicated router for this because the depth is set perfectly and I never have to adjust it. The router bit will last forever on that soft material. I’m a little surprised that Wedi doesn’t market the method by offering the appropriate router bid and instructions.
Pans are pre sloped so they really need to be on a dead level floor. That way all corners have proper slope to drain and minimize possible water pooling in areas. A dead level pan makes installing the board so faster and easier along with the tile since everything is within 1/16". I always pour self leveler before I do a pan, trust me it'll make the job that much better and go that much faster. Leveler also dries in a few hours and once I lay the pan I stay off it until next day. I never did understand how you can work on thinset while its trying to dry. Not worth the risk for me personally, my .02 cents.
Thanks for this guys! Really helped clear up some confusion and gave me a lot more confidence in going with this system. But no tape is needed at the seams? Thanks!
Great video! I have a question, that "rabbit cut" around the wedi board why do I need to cut it? Can't I just sit the other boards on top? Or I can't do that?
Very well explained, great video! Any idea where I can find that hand grinder tool you were using? Seems to be different than a tile stone. Would love to get one to trim down sides. Thanks!
Both are awesome products and considered BEST practice. I think WEDI is easier to install, there are situation like linear drains, etc where WEDI excels
I wish all people in the trades were as accommodating and as willing to pass on information to the next generation like these guys! Well done and great example for all to follow!!!!!
You and me both!
That was a great video Rob. Wedi should use that as their proper installation video. Much more helpful to see a real contractor install on a real site than a rep installing in a studio. Also Jason did an excellent job teaching his knowledge and tips are truly impressive.
Brian S Thx Jason’s great!
100%
I've been using the Wedi system for about 8 years now and this video covers it all...in a real world environment.
Great product hands down
Apprentice is taking notes, good sign👍
Pro tip for mixing thin sets and muds...
Start the drill in reverse so it spins all the liquidy shit downwards instead of up and over the bucket. Once it gets thicker, spin forward.
cpt awesome I’ll try it
Great tip thanks!
Great video. It's ALLLLLL about attention to detail and I see you guys have it. I can't say enough about paying attention to detail and not rushing and cutting corners.
Thank you so much for one of the best, informative lessons ever, with all the details and tips to complete the project in a perfect way.
I don’t know if it’s because he was being filmed, but the guy seems like a great teacher. This is almost like installing Kerdi board, excellent video!
“Don’t cheap out here, use a sharp blade” I need a shirt that says that. My fatal flaw is not changing blades often enough!
They should make the blades easier to change!
I use a 1/2” square notch trowel with a rubber mallet and level my pan. If the subfloor is really out of whack I self level prior to setting the pan. Leveling the pan after installing is more work since the pan is already pitched. This method works really well for me since it makes my starter row of tile really easy from the bottom up.
Great tip
I think the longer detailed video was super helpful. Great work!
Glad it was helpful!
Thank you Rob great information throughout! No replacement for real life experience.....!
Best video for dummies love it ..
Awesome job guys and wonderful educational instructor
just a great video for me being a DIY'ER awesome job guy's
Glad you liked it!
Very good instructor...
Be honest guys I think anything over 15 to 20 minutes is too long to watch what are your thoughts on an instructional video 40 minutes long?
goodcat1982 agreed if it were thought-out. This is not my normal format but i thought itd be cool to film it.
What made this choppy to film was we were showing these guys- then they would do it.
Explain-Demo-Do!
I actually prefer a more detailed video like this. You guys made a fantastic video. I'm curious though... do you guys prefer Wedi or Schluter? The company I work for uses Schluter
@@trevorstroup1647 WEDI is easier and a little less $$
BUT - I love the Shluter products
That was totally worth it. It’s all the little things that make these jobs successful. Thanks for doing it!
i dont mind longer videos!
Pro tip: I forgot to include this in my previous comment. The easiest way to cut the groove around the perimeter after trimming a pan is to use a router. The guy underneath a bit is perfect for cutting out that slot and I think it takes me about a minute to cut my grass around the outside. I have a dedicated router for this because the depth is set perfectly and I never have to adjust it. The router bit will last forever on that soft material. I’m a little surprised that Wedi doesn’t market the method by offering the appropriate router bid and instructions.
Love it
Correction. The guide under the router bit. Not the “guy” under the bit.
Another correction. Groove not grass. I got to stop typing replies without my glasses.
@@bmack2938 I know what u meant
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Pans are pre sloped so they really need to be on a dead level floor. That way all corners have proper slope to drain and minimize possible water pooling in areas. A dead level pan makes installing the board so faster and easier along with the tile since everything is within 1/16". I always pour self leveler before I do a pan, trust me it'll make the job that much better and go that much faster. Leveler also dries in a few hours and once I lay the pan I stay off it until next day. I never did understand how you can work on thinset while its trying to dry. Not worth the risk for me personally, my .02 cents.
We really like the wedi system. A cordless caulk gun makes life easier unless you have a cordless sausage gun lol
Very good video, wish you would have been as detailed on the curb as the rest.
Dwain Smith agreed
They can’t show you that.....or they would have to kill you............
Well done guys!!
Thanks for this guys! Really helped clear up some confusion and gave me a lot more confidence in going with this system. But no tape is needed at the seams? Thanks!
Our pleasure!
Yeah I would have done tape .. kinda like a belt and suspenders .. never to much protection
Awesome video !!!!!!!!!
It's good stuff ~ but at 5 times the cost of hardi-board & redgard, the price is silly.
Great video! I have a question, that "rabbit cut" around the wedi board why do I need to cut it? Can't I just sit the other boards on top? Or I can't do that?
No you need the rabbit for glue/waterproof seal.
Very well explained, great video! Any idea where I can find that hand grinder tool you were using? Seems to be different than a tile stone. Would love to get one to trim down sides. Thanks!
Hardware store -
@@ConcordCarpenter ok, I was looking more for what its called but Ill figure it out
@@Hearthmusic Its a drywall rasp
Great vid
Do you recommend Wedi over Kerdi?
Both are awesome products and considered BEST practice. I think WEDI is easier to install, there are situation like linear drains, etc where WEDI excels
What kind of thinset do you use for the shower base, I've been reading that it's supposed to be a modified thinset. Does it matter?
Also, Do I need to put plywood under the shower base? Or can it be placed directly on the subfloor?
Not rabbit as in bunny, but rabbet as in rebate. Lol
Needaman Carpentry learn something new everyday... thanks professor 👨🏫
@@ConcordCarpenter ouch?
Ive got a 3/4 wall like that and i cannot get the wiggle out. I feel like ive tried every method and yet it still wiggles at the top
Form and fill the stud bays with concrete and then nail top plates on. Seen this method many a time on long pony walls along stair wells. Rock solid.
Using a schluter trowel!!! 😂😅😂😅
*25:15** hes using a schluter trowel lol*
Buttons no less than 12" up from bottom and mortar under curb at subfloor. Great video, otherwise.
Same music as Sous Vide Everything. Hmm
Its the IMac free music - ;)
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