The installation of a prefabricated shower stall is a multi-skilled job, requiring the ability to undertake plumbing, carpentry, and wall-preparation and finishing jobs. But, it’s not too difficult to be ventured into if you plan the activities and have the required tools. Of course it’s not something to be hurried thru as it takes time. Keep a margin of three to four days and go ahead.

Before getting started, make sure you have all the requisite tools, and procure the shower stall before you start building the frame, as it will help to have a perfect fit.

The tools that you are going to use for installing a prefabricated shower include: electric drill, tape measure, caulk, plumb level, screws, pencil, hole saw, shower/tub adhesive, tape, leather work gloves, work boots an adjustable wrench and a hammer. You’ll also need some protective gear for you eyes while handling power tools.

Moving and shifting of a prefab shower into position is a tricky and somewhat cumbersome affair. You have to move in that thru an existing doorway or an outside window. At times one is required to remove small part of the wall for letting the unit inside and that may require professional help.

As prefabricated shower stalls come with watertight walls, you’ll need cement-based backer boards.

It is worthwhile to install insulation between the studs to lessen plumbing noise.

For drilling of holes in unit’s walls to accommodate faucet and shower, you should take accurate measurements and use protective eye-gear at the time of drilling.
Now, carefully position the parts and attach the unit to the frame. To prevent leakages at a later stage, it is important that you correctly fit the drain piece, shower handle, escutcheon, and showerhead and seams should be caulked proficiently. Check for any leaks and make alterations if required. Mind you, it will be very difficult and expensive to carry corrections at a later date.

At the end finish the walls before fixing a shower door or a curtain bar. It’s of paramount importance to seal the joints of the bathroom floor and walls, and the shower enclosure by means of a quality silicone sealant. It will help to install a water resistant drywall along the top edge of the shower stall. Likewise, it is recommended to have tiles on it stop edge. That works better than paint or wallpaper.

Unless you have had good experience of plumbing, dry walling and demolition, it will be wise to entrust the whole job to a professional.

Keep in mind that perfect installation of prefabricated shower stalls needs patience, skills and is a time consuming project. Special care should be taken of plumbing to have a sound unit. Of course, a successful installation is feasible if you take all the precautions to prevent leakages and are not in a hurry to finish the project, else seek professional help.