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Installation Guide
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Attention — Before Installation
Thank you for choosing from among Blu’s quality line of products. We recommend that you carefully read this installation guide to
ensure your shower base’s proper operation and reliability for many years to come.
WARNING: This shower base is made of a quartzite stone and resin. The shower base’s weight may vary between 55 and 200 lbs
(25 and 90 kg). We recommend that the installation be done by a minimum of 2 people as a security precaution. Also make sure
to adopt the proper posture when lifting the shower base.
Adhere to all local building and plumbing codes. The diagrams in this guide are not construction plans. They are visual aids.
Installation Requirements:
1. Observe all of the local hydraulic and building regulations.
2. The following instructions are to be followed by qualified personnel with the technical background and experience
needed to manage the product safely.
3. This shower base should only be used in domestic environments at room temperature.
4. The Manufacturer shall not be held responsible and the warranty shall no longer be valid in case of improper use.
5. Unpack and inspect the shower base to check for possible damages.
6. Place the shower base back in the carton until it is installed.
7. Before installing, check access to the final hydraulic connections.
Technical Support Assistance
If further assistance is required, please contact:
Product Support at 1.866.907.0122 (09:00 – 17:00hrs PST) or email technical@blubathworks.com
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Blu Bathworks Inc.
188 Smithe Street,Vancouver, BC, Canada, V6B 6A9
T +1.604.299.0122 F +1.604.299.0125
Please refer to blubathworks.com for warranty, terms & conditions under warranty & procedure for warranty service.
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Preparing the location:
Make sure the floor and the supporting surfaces are flat and leveled. Drill a hole that is wide enough to contain the appropriate
drainage kit needed for the drainage system. The hole must be appropriately located while keeping the position and size
of the shower base in mind.
Preparing the shower base:
1. Extract the shower base from the packaging, which should be disposed of in accordance with the local regulations in force.
2. Install the drainage kit on the shower base as indicated by the Manufacturer.
3. Position the shower base where it shall be installed (raised by means of wooden blocks) and fasten all the hydraulic
connections of the drainage system.
4. Open the faucets and let the water run inside the shower base. Check all the connections for possible leaks.
5. Place the shower base on the floor and make sure it is perfectly flat. Seal the entire perimeter of the shower base with acetic
silicone. If the shower base is slightly above the floor, or semi-recessed, leave ¼ inch of space around the entire perimeter
(which must be sealed with acetic silicone); as to make room for the thermal expansion of the material.
6. Let the silicone dry for at least 24 hours before using the shower base (or before mounting any shower walls).
Cutting instructions for custom length fittings
1. Mark the shower base to indicate the position of the cut with a straight edge and a pencil according to the required length.
2. Cut through the cut-out line. A standard household skill saw or angle grinder needs to be upgraded with a diamond cutting
blade. These are available at major home improvement centres. To avoid chipping the edge of the stone, which is caused by
the blade's vibration, collars that act as big washers on both sides of the saw's blade reduce the vibration, allowing a cleaner
cut. When stone is cut dry, a considerable amount of dust is generated. Some installers will use a handheld diamond-bladed
radial saw with a vacuum attachment to help minimize the mess.
3. Place the shower base into position.
4. Note: Ensure the cut edge is installed against the wall to ensure the smooth edges are exposed.
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