As a first-time DIY home owner remodeling my restroom, do I need to remove the old drywall behind the insert shower to replace it with cement board for a walk-in tile shower?

Hey everyone! So, I’m a new homeowner and I’m diving into some DIY remodeling in my bathroom. I want to get rid of the old insert shower and put in a nice walk-in tile shower instead. My question is, should I take out the old drywall behind the current shower and swap it for cement board? Thanks for any advice!

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Hugo Chen

1 month ago

Definitely

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Aino Tuomi

1 month ago

Absolutely. Make sure to waterproof the walls, curb, and floor really well.

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Salvador Gregory

1 month ago

Sure thing!

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Marco Bravo

1 month ago

Definitely! Check out a bathroom remodeling tutorial on YouTube, and I suggest investing in his course that guides you through all the steps of shower remodeling.

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Benjamín Pedroza

1 month ago

Absolutely, I suggest opting for an acrylic floor base over a pan and tile.

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