Bath liner buckling

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chez

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Master Geek

#2795328 14-Oct-2021 15:09

Here's the Gib now after the liner has been taken off. Is it acceptable to install a new liner on this wall? Will there be problems on adhesion or anything else? Is it acceptable or most recommended to replace the Gib? I'm going to have another company sort this out since the current company CANNOT guarantee that their liner would make a perfect finish. I'm going to have a full refund. What a waste of time.

rphenix

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#2795341 14-Oct-2021 15:37

Looks like normal Gib (Aqualine is Green) unless its some other brand?

Regarding the slight damaged holes I wouldn't be concerned as long as a proper setting compound like Tradeset 90 is used to fill the gap flush while it should give it a nice strong surface if I was putting the liner on, I wouldn't be putting glue over that area and leaving about a 2cm gap or more either side of the setting compound since the glue could possibly pull the liner in close and show any imperfection over time - instead apply liberally everywhere else.

chez

93 posts

Master Geek

#2803810 29-Oct-2021 17:58

rphenix:

Looks like normal Gib (Aqualine is Green) unless its some other brand?

Regarding the slight damaged holes I wouldn't be concerned as long as a proper setting compound like Tradeset 90 is used to fill the gap flush while it should give it a nice strong surface if I was putting the liner on, I wouldn't be putting glue over that area and leaving about a 2cm gap or more either side of the setting compound since the glue could possibly pull the liner in close and show any imperfection over time - instead apply liberally everywhere else.

If I can't find an alternative, I'll do this MYSELF. I'm sick and tired now. I went to the professionals but still they mucked it up. I'll do this by myself now.

Do I have to apply tape as what others suggested or just fill the gap?

chez

93 posts

Master Geek

#2822768 1-Dec-2021 22:38

Just an update: Newly installed liner with 2mm thickness installed by a new shower installer. Quite happy with it and hopefully it stays for the next 10 or more years not warping.

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