Complete waterproofing systems for shower floors, walls, niches, benches and curbs, built before any tile goes on.
Tile and grout are not waterproof. Water passes through grout and even through some tile, so a shower stays dry only if what lies behind the tile is waterproof. That layer is the most important part of the shower and the one you will never see. A good waterproofing system covers the floor, the walls, the curb, the bench and the niche as one continuous skin, with every seam, corner and pipe penetration treated. Failures usually happen at details: the drain, the valve, a corner or a bench top. In Nashville, many older showers had no real waterproofing at all, and it is a major reason homeowners end up replacing them.
We choose a waterproofing system suited to the shower, either a sheet membrane or a liquid-applied membrane over cement board or foam board. We seal seams, corners, valve and showerhead penetrations and the drain flange with the products recommended for the system. Membranes are applied to the manufacturer's thickness, allowed to cure and flood-tested where appropriate before tile. We keep photos of the stages so you can see what is behind your finished walls.
Floor, walls, curb, niche and bench are treated as one waterproof shell, not separate patches.
Corners, seams, the drain and pipe openings are where leaks start, so each gets the right tape, collar or sealant.
Membranes cure fully before tile, and we flood-test the pan so a problem is found while it is easy to fix.
We photograph the waterproofing before tile covers it, so you know exactly what is behind the walls.
Right membrane for your shower.
A sound surface.
Weak points protected.
Reliable barrier.
Leak-checked.
Proof behind the tile.
Every topic has its own page with what to expect and how we approach it.
Topic guideShower Waterproofing MethodsSheet membranes, liquid membranes and foam board systems compared for how they work, how they are installed and…Learn more 
Topic guideShower Problems and CausesCracked grout, loose tile, leaks, mildew, slow drains, low pressure and temperature swings: what causes each and how…Learn more 
Top brandSchluter-SystemsA German company founded in 1966, known for Kerdi waterproofing membranes, Kerdi-Line linear drains and tile trims.Learn more Pick a shower, tub or bath job, set the quantity and add extras to see a ballpark planning range for your project.
You tell us what you want or what is wrong with the shower, and we set an estimate visit that fits your day.
We measure the shower, check the floor and walls for moisture and note repairs and options.
You get a plain written scope with materials, waterproofing and schedule, and help choosing tile and fixtures.
We protect your home, remove the old shower and repair any hidden damage so the new one has a sound base.
We set the pan, waterproof, tile or panel the walls, install glass and fixtures and test every connection.
We clean up, walk the finished shower with you, fix touch-ups and explain how to care for each surface.
Tile itself resists water but grout does not. The membrane behind the tile is what keeps the shower dry.
Sheet membranes are adhered in place and have consistent thickness. Liquid membranes are painted or rolled on in coats. Both work when installed correctly.
Sometimes with specialty sealers, but real waterproofing needs access to the walls and pan. Often a rebuild is the right choice.
Application can take a day, plus cure time that varies by product, often a day or two.
Sometimes. We extend waterproofing where splashes reach, such as curbless entries.
Shower Membrane InstallationSheet and liquid waterproofing membranes installed over backer board or foam board, with taped seams and sealed drains.Explore 
Shower Leak Detection and RepairFind where a shower leak is really coming from, and repair the cause, whether it is the valve…Explore 
Custom Tile Shower InstallationFully custom tile showers with your choice of tile, pattern, niche, bench and fixtures, built on a waterproof…Explore 
Shower Pan and Base ReplacementReplace a cracked, leaking or sagging shower pan or base with a new, properly sloped and supported one.Explore Tell us about your shower and we will call you back to set up a visit.
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