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[chris s]

Hello all, I am planning to remodel my bathroom. The main thing being installing a new tub/shower. Which I plan on getting a plumber to do. The tub I would like to use has a set of wall for the three sides with it. The combined height of the tub and walls is 79in, this leaves 17 inches that is prone to water.
    My question is would it be acceptable to cover the 17 inches with Azek in some form. I have never heard of Azek being used indoors and wonder if any of you would consider using it? 
    The reason being the last tub surround eventually ,even tho I kept it caulked ended up leaking. So consequently I would like to make it as impervious to water as possible  Thanks for your input in advance.    Chris
                                                                                                       

 

[peter halle]

Are you talking about the area above the surround?  Unless you are really tall and influence the splash of the showerhead usually I see that area done in water resistant sheetrock (green).  In my area Azek or other PVC products for use in the interior in a thickness of 3/4" or thicker is not allowed due to the possibility of toxic fumes in case of fire.

Peter

 

[chris s]

  Peter; Thanks for the reply. Yes I am talking about the area above the surround. . I was thinkng of using the 3/8 sheet. However I will go talk with the local building inspector. Thanks for your input  Chris

 

[tjbnwi]

Drywall, prime and paint.

You will have to pad out the studs so the drywall hands plumb.

Leave the drywall slightly up from the to of the surround. Caulk the joint well.

This type of tub configuration is called an alcove installation.

Tom

 

[chris s]

Thanks Tom, I believe that is what I will do.  Chris

 

[wkearney99]

It's typical to just use green drywall for the alcove wall & ceiling.  It's not like there's going to be direct water spraying onto it.

The biggest problem is not having decent exhaust ventilation AND making proper use of it.  The idea being that after you take a shower or bath you should run the fan for at least 15 minutes (30 preferably) in order to get all the humidity out of the space. 

Lutron makes some very nice fan timer switches that are perfect for this.  They even make one that has both a light dimmer and fan timer in a single-gang profile. 

http://www.lutron.com/en-US/Products/Pages/StandAloneControls/Timers/MaestroTimer/Models.aspx

We have them on all our bathroom fans.  They remember the last selected timer value so all anyone has to do is tap the switch and the timer takes care of turning it off.