Converting Existing Plumbing to Your Own Personal Grooming Space
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Dogs love to get dirty.
Its in their nature.
Besides, dirt and fun always seem to mix.
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Placement
This dog washing station installs in a spare bathroom, replacing the existing bathroom sink.
When you choose this location, you have hot and cold water supply lines and drainage in place.
Plus, since this is a bathroom, the flooring should already be water-resistant.
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Before You Begin
Call your localpermit officeabout whether permits are required.
Typically, a one-for-one bathroom sink replacement will not require permits.
However, because this is a unique installation, you may need permits.
If you break into a wall elsewhere to access plumbing lines, you will need to obtain permits.
Cut the plywood to produce a piece that is 60 inches long by 36 inches wide.
Duplicate to make a second, identical ring.
Assemble the Walls
Assemble the back and side walls, along with the two structural rings.
Place one ring at 30 inches high (or your desired height).
Place the other ring at 6 inches above floor level.
Nail the walls to the structural rings.
implement the Shower Pan
Nail or screw the plywood to the top of the upper structural ring.
Squirt out a generous bead of construction adhesive, then press theshower pandown.
Add weights evenly across the shower pan and let the glue cure for an hour or two.
Add the Cement Board
Screw the cement board sheets onto the back and side walls.
Screw to the studs about every 8 inches.
Tile the Back and Side Walls
Install thetile on the walls.
First, rake thinset mortar over the cement board with the notched trowel.
Then, press the mortar into the tile.
After the tile has fully set in place, drag grout across the tile with the rubber tile float.
To be certain, reference your breed’s official organization for guidance.
Dogs with longer hair need baths more often, as well as dogs that frequently get dirty outside.
After the bath, wash yourdog’s beddingandaccessoriesto help them stay clean longer.
In general, your dog will enjoy similarwater temperaturesas you do when taking a shower.
Testing the temperatures and mark them on the shut-off valves.
Ensure that you have a properly installedGFCI outletnear the area as well.
