by Paul Luccia | Jun 5, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by Paul Luccia | Jun 4, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
by Paul Luccia | Jun 1, 2026 | Uncategorized
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®...
by Paul Luccia | May 19, 2026 | Uncategorized
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....
by Paul Luccia | Feb 9, 2026 | Uncategorized
Watch this video to learn how to install our shims. It’s easier if you have a helper. One person has the gauge and calls out a color or thickness. The other person adds the glue to the shim before handing it over. If you are working by yourself, start by marking...
by Paul Luccia | Feb 6, 2026 | Uncategorized
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...
