LISAinTN
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Hello All,
I have a question about a whirlpool tub. We are building a new home and I would like to get this whirlpool tub.
KOHLER: K-856-M: Tea-for-Two® 5.5' whirlpool: Whirlpools & Air Baths: Spa Products: Bathroom
It does not have an integrated tile flange. Kohler recommends using this vinyl tiling in bead for tiling around the alcove to make the whirlpool into a shower as well:
KOHLER: K-1179: Vinyl tiling-in bead:
Here's my problem: The plumber and tile guy say they won't guarantee it won't leak. I wish I could find a tub like the one I want with an integrated flange, but I can't. I have two auto-immune disorders, one being a pain disorder, plus arthritis in my neck and shoulders. I need the therapy that this tubs massage system can provide or there's really no sense in me getting a whirlpool. Anyway, I want this tub, but I don't want to be foolish and put something in that may cause major problems down the line in our new house.
I just wanted to know if anyone here has every made a whirlpool tub without an integrated flange into a shower and how it went for you. Or any other suggestions/ideas/opinions are welcome. My builder wanted me to have a tub picked out a week ago and this is just not going well. lol Thanks so much.
Lisa
I have a question about a whirlpool tub. We are building a new home and I would like to get this whirlpool tub.
KOHLER: K-856-M: Tea-for-Two® 5.5' whirlpool: Whirlpools & Air Baths: Spa Products: Bathroom
It does not have an integrated tile flange. Kohler recommends using this vinyl tiling in bead for tiling around the alcove to make the whirlpool into a shower as well:
KOHLER: K-1179: Vinyl tiling-in bead:
Here's my problem: The plumber and tile guy say they won't guarantee it won't leak. I wish I could find a tub like the one I want with an integrated flange, but I can't. I have two auto-immune disorders, one being a pain disorder, plus arthritis in my neck and shoulders. I need the therapy that this tubs massage system can provide or there's really no sense in me getting a whirlpool. Anyway, I want this tub, but I don't want to be foolish and put something in that may cause major problems down the line in our new house.
I just wanted to know if anyone here has every made a whirlpool tub without an integrated flange into a shower and how it went for you. Or any other suggestions/ideas/opinions are welcome. My builder wanted me to have a tub picked out a week ago and this is just not going well. lol Thanks so much.
Lisa