Thinset is a mortar that is made of portland cement silica sand and moisture retaining agents.
Mortar for bathtub.
The mortar provides a stable base for the tub to rest on when the tub is full so the casing of the tub doesn t have to support all of the weight and crack.
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The mortar conforms to the contours of the tub and when it sets it prevents the tub from moving and supports the weight.
The mortar provides a stable base for the tub to rest on when the tub is full.
Thinset mortar is your default tile mortar for most indoor and outdoor applications.
Both regular thinset mortar and floor leveling compound are suitable.
Then embed the tub into the mortar.
Thinset tile mortar.
Thinset tile mortar has a smooth slippery consistency similar to mud.
Unless you re installing a cast iron bathtub you are going to need a mortar bed to support your tub base.
Whether you are installing a regular acrylic bathtub that doubles as a shower unit or a larger two person jacuzzi most bathtubs require a mortar base for the tub to rest on.
The mortar should be evened out and about 2 inches thick on all sides.
It should not be runny but rather stand up on it s own.
It is applied to the substrate with a notched trowel.
Mix the mortar so that it can support the tub.