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Which is better, foam shims or plastic shims?
The answer depends on what you are doing. Foam shims work best with foam wall panel shower systems such as Kerdi board. The foam shims can be used for pinning floors when pouring self-leveling for tile and other hard surface flooring materials. The honeycomb plastic shims work best for installing cement boards, Hardie backer boards,…
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How to mix Thinset and Grout
Scott Carothers is the Academic Director of the Ceramic Tile Education Foundation. He wrote this article on mixing thinsets and grouts which every person setting tiles should know. Step 1: Follow Mortar and Grout Manufacturer Mixing Instructions Never assume you know everything when it comes to mortar and grout. Setting tile has become increasingly complex…
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How to Choose Between Styrofoam and Honeycomb Plastic Shims
Achieving a perfectly flat, plumb, and square substrate is the secret to a flawless finish. Whether you are installing kitchen cabinets, tiling a shower, or hanging drywall, traditional shimming methods can be slow, inaccurate, and frustrating. Built With Foam® invented a patent-pending, color-coded shimming system to eliminate guesswork. This guide breaks down the differences between…
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Why shimming wall studs us a critical step
When remodeling a bathroom, it is tempting to rush to the visible, exciting phases like hanging drywall, applying waterproofing membranes, or laying beautiful tile. However, the secret to a professional, long-lasting shower installation lies in the hidden prep work. One of the most critical—yet frequently overlooked—steps in this process is shimming the wall studs before…
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Pro Tips when using Built With Foam Shims
Watch this video to learn how to install our shims.
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Why does UPC certification matter?
When it comes to custom shower pans slope matters. The Uniform Plumbing Code requires at least a 2% slope and at most a 4% slope for shower floors. When selecting between custom manufacturers it’s always best to choose the manufacturer that is UPC certified. Why would you buy from some company that hasn’t bothered to…
