Product Description

RSS HD Shower Pans are constructed from high-density EPS foam. They are available in 7 (seven) standard sizes. All standard-sized RSS HD Shower Pans feature a minimum of a ¼” per foot slope toward the drain located in the center of the pan. These pans are designed to be used with the RSS by FloFx Drain Flange and feature a relief for the drain flange for a seamless installation of the drain assembly. The sloped (top) surface of the RSS HD Shower Pan comes with a bond promoting primer already applied to ensure a strong bond, giving you peace of mind throughout the installation and long after. The RSS HD Shower Pan does not have any variance in thickness along the outside edge of the pan so there will be no scribe work required where the wall tile meets the pan. This allows for an altogether easier installation for the shower as a whole. All RSS HD Shower Pans require that Waterproofing be applied to the top surface. RSS Waterproofing Membrane is ideal for this and integrates easily with RSS Waterproofing Membrane on walls or other surfaces.

Installation Instructions

1. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area as they may weaken the bond.

2. Dry fit the RSS Shower Pan into the installation area to ensure proper fit and to determine the exact area that mortar will need to be applied in the following steps.

3. Once the installation area is prepared, dampen it with a wet sponge to promote a good bond and prevent the substrate from drying the mortar too quickly.

4. Apply a skim-coat of mortar with the flat side of the trowel to the substrate in the entire installation area, then apply mortar to the entire installation area with a ⅜” or ½” square notch trowel. Be sure to use Directional troweling in the shortest direction so that air can escape as the mortar ridges are compressed when the pan is installed in the following steps. This ensures proper bonding can occur. Apply a skim coat of mortar to the bottom (non-sloped & non-primed) surface of the RSS HD Shower Pan.

5. Once all mortar has been applied appropriately to all required surfaces, place the RSS Shower Pan (flat side with skim coat facing DOWN, sloped & primed side facing UP) straight down onto the mortar bed in the installation area.

6. Seat the RSS Shower Pan into the mortar bed by pressing down. Use gentle pressure first and increase pressure as the RSS Shower Pan beds into the mortar. Once you are sure the RSS Shower Pan is laying flat and contacting the mortar bed along the entire bottom surface, finish seating the RSS Shower Pan by stepping onto it. Use your body weight to press the pan firmly into the mortar applying pressure to the whole pan by standing or walking along the entirety of the pan’s surface. For larger pans, shifting your weight by “shimmying” may be required.

7. If the RSS Shower Pan is seated correctly you can expect excess mortar to squeeze out along the edges of the pan and at the drain hole. It may be necessary to apply pressure directly to the drain flange gently by hand or with a float to ensure it is flat and properly bedded.

8. It may be necessary to apply additional mortar between the edge of the pan and the walls of the shower area with a hand trowel or margin trowel.

9. Remove any mortar that has squeezed out around the drain hole or along the exposed edges of the pan with a trowel. Clean the area around the drain hole and along the exposed edges of the pan with a sponge. If the excess mortar is allowed to dry it may interfere with the installation of other shower components such as the RSS Tile Ready Curb (TRC), RSS Waterproofing Membrane, RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding, or RSS Prefabricated Corners.

Product Specifications

• Material: High-density EPS foam (3# per cubic foot)
• Pan Thickness at perimeter: 1½”
• Slope: ¼” per foot minimum
• Pan Surface: Pre-applied bond-promoting primer
• Drain Location: Centered only
• Compatible drains: RSS by FloFx only
• Available Sizes: 3’x5’ | 4’x4’ | 4’x5’ | 4’x6’ | 6’x6

Product Description

RSS HD Custom Shower Pans are constructed from highdensity EPS foam. We offer nearly full customization allowing contractors and DIY-ERS the ability to drastically save on time, labor and headache. RSS HD Custom Shower Pans feature a minimum of a ¼” per foot slope toward the drain regardless of drain placement on the pan. These pans are designed to be used with the RSS by FloFx Drain Flange and feature a relief for the drain flange for a seamless installation of the drain assembly. The sloped (top) surface of the RSS HD Custom Shower Pan comes with a bond-promoting primer already applied to ensure a strong bond, giving you peace of mind throughout the installation and long after. The RSS HD Custom Shower Pan can often be designed to not have any variance in thickness along the outside edge of the pan. This avoids any scribe work required where the wall tile meets the shower floor. This allows for an altogether easier installation for the shower as a whole. All RSS HD Custom Shower Pans require that Waterproofing be applied to the top surface. The RSS Waterproofing Membrane is ideal for this and integrates easily with RSS Waterproofing Membrane on walls or other surfaces. RSS HD Custom Shower Pans can be created to meet nearly any need or design feature you can imagine. This includes, but is definitely not limited to the following:

• Pans with off-center drains
• Pans with linear/channel drains
• Pans with a required thickness that is either more or less than the 1½” of the standard pans. (particularly helpful for curbless, zero entry, or recessed showers)
• Pans with one or more 45° or 135° corners of any size
• Pans that are smaller or larger than the standard available sizes
• Pans that are “L” shaped or even “U” shaped
• Pans that have an integrated dry-off area or landing area
• Pans that have elevated dry-off or landing areas
• Any pan with an irregular shape.
• Oversized wet areas.
• Applications where multiple drains or multiple entries are required
• Pans that must be designed around obstacles; such as toilet flanges, tubs inside the wet area, existing or desired benches, and pony walls.
• Pans can even be designed for exceptionally large areas like second-story outdoor decks or balconies.

If what you need isn’t on this list, go ahead and give us a call. We love a challenge!

Installation Instructions

1. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area as they may weaken the bond.

2. Dry fit the RSS Custom Shower Pan (sometimes more than one piece) into the installation area to ensure proper fit and to determine the exact area that mortar will need to be applied in the following steps.

3. Once the installation area is prepared, dampen it with a wet sponge to promote a good bond and prevent the substrate from drying the mortar too quickly.

4. Apply a skim-coat of mortar with the flat side of the trowel to the substrate in the entire installation area, then apply mortar to the entire installation area with a ⅜” or ½” square notch trowel. Be sure to use Directional troweling in the shortest direction so that air can escape as the mortar ridges are compressed when the pan is installed in the following steps. This ensures proper bonding can occur. Apply a skim coat of mortar to the bottom (non-sloped & non-primed) surface of the RSS HD Shower Pan.

5. Once all mortar has been applied appropriately to all required surfaces, place  the RSS Custom Shower Pan (flat side with skim coat facing DOWN, sloped &primed side facing UP) straight down onto the mortar bed in the installation area.

6. Seat the RSS Custom Shower Pan into the mortar bed by pressing down. Use gentle pressure first and increase pressure as the RSS Custom Shower Pan beds into the mortar. Once you are sure the RSS Custom Shower Pan is laying flat and contacting the mortar bed along the entire bottom surface finish seating the RSS Custom Shower Pan by stepping onto it. Use your body weight to press the pan firmly into the mortar applying pressure to the whole pan by standing or walking along the entirety of the pan’s surface. For larger pans. Shifting your weight by “shimmying” may be required.

7. If the RSS Custom Shower Pan is seated correctly you can expect the excess motor to squeeze out along the edges of the pan and at the drain hole. It may be necessary to apply pressure directly to the drain flange gently by hand or with a float to ensure it is flat and properly bedded.

8. It may be necessary to apply additional mortar between the pan’s edge and the shower area’s walls with a hand trowel or margin trowel.

9. Remove any mortar that has squeezed out around the drain hole or along the exposed edges of the pan with a trowel. Clean the area around the drain hole and along the exposed edges of the pan with a sponge. If the excess mortar is allowed to dry it may interfere with the installation of other shower components such as the RSS Tile Ready Curb (TRC), RSS Waterproofing Membrane, RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding, or RSS Prefabricated Corners.

Product Specifications

• Material: High-density EPS foam (3# per cubic foot)
• Pan Thickness at perimeter: ⅞”-4” (Some features may restrict this in some applications)
• Slope: ¼” per foot minimum is the default.
• Pan Surface: Pre-applied bond-promoting primer
• Drain Location: Customizable
• Compatible drains: Customizable
• Available Sizes: “if you can dream it…”

Product Description

The RSS Tile Ready Curb is constructed from the same high-density foam as our pans. They feature functional design choices including a pre-sloped top face, ensuring water always runs back into the wet area and a double dovetail along the bottom for excellent bonding to the subfloor or other substrates. The RSS TRC comes out of the box ready for tile thanks to a precision-fit single piece of RSS Waterproofing membrane pre-applied to the surface of the curb. This makes it ideal for quick and easy installation and smooth integration with other RSS waterproofing products like our RSS Waterproofing Membrane and RSS Prefabricated Corners.

We do offer the ability to customize RSS Tile Ready Curbs to user specifications to meet your needs! This includes longer or shorter curbs or lower profile curbs if needed for your application. Pricing may vary.

Installation Instructions

1. Installation of the RSS TRC generally occurs directly following the installation of an RSS HD Pan and RSS by FloFx drain.

2. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area as they may weaken the bond.

3. If needed, cut the RSS TRC so size with a chop saw. Cut the RSS TRC ¼” shorter than the opening to leave a ⅛” gap for mortar between the ends of the curb and the walls. Dry fit the cut RSS TRC into the installation area to ensure proper fit and to determine the exact area where mortar will need to be applied  in the following steps.

4. Once the installation area is prepared, dampen it with a wet sponge to promote a good bond and prevent the substrate from drying the mortar too quickly.

5. Apply a skim-coat of mortar with the flat side of the trowel to the substrate in the entire installation area, then apply mortar to the entire installation area with a ⅜” or ½” square notch trowel. Apply both a skim coat and combed mortar not only to the substrate but also to the exposed edge of the installed RSS HD Pan where it will meet the curb AND to the walls where the curb terminates. Be sure to use Directional troweling in the shortest direction so that air can escape as the mortar ridges are compressed when the curb is installed in the following steps. This ensures proper bonding can occur.

6. With a trowel fill both dovetails on the bottom of the RSS TRC with mortar completely. Apply a skim coat of mortar to the bottom surface (with dovetails) of the RSS TRC and to each end of the curb that will meet the walls. Be sure to apply a skim coat of mortar to the first 1½” (or pan thickness) of the side of the curb that will meet the pan.

7. Once all mortar has been applied appropriately to all required surfaces, place the RSS TRC (Dovetail side down and with the pre-sloped top surface sloped TOWARD the wet area) down onto the mortar bed in the installation area.

8. Seat the RSS TRC into the mortar bed by pressing down and into the pan. Use gentle pressure first and increase pressure as the RSS TRC beds into the mortar. Once you are sure the RSS TRC is laying flat and contacting the mortar bed along the entire bottom surface finish seating the RSS TRC by pressing firmly down into the substrate and in toward the pan.

9. When the RSS TRC is seated correctly you can expect the excess motor to squeeze out along the edges of the curb. There may be large quantities of excess mortar where the curb meets the pan and where the curb meets the walls. If no squeeze-out occurs, It may be necessary to apply additional mortar with a hand trowel or margin trowel to the areas where the curb meets the pan and/or where the ends of the curb meet the walls. Ensure that all edges that make contact with another component of the shower are fully packed with mortar.

10. With a hand trowel or margin trowel, remove any mortar that has squeezed out along the exposed edges of the curb or where the curb meets the pan or the walls. It is essential that you do not puncture the RSS Waterproofing Membrane on the curb at any time during the installation process. If a puncture occurs, mark and clean the area so that RSS Waterproof Sealant can be applied over the damaged area. Failure to do this may result in leaks or water damage.

11. Clean the exposed edges of the curb and where the curb meets the pan or the walls with a sponge. If the excess mortar is allowed to dry it may interfere with the installation of other shower components such as the RSS Waterproofing Membrane, RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding, or RSS Prefabricated Corners.

Product Specifications

• Material: High-density EPS foam (3# per cubic foot)
• Dimensions: Height: 4”– Width:4½”– length: 5’ (60”)
• Top surface slope: ¼” per foot
• Bottom dovetails: 2 (two) ½” x ½” running the fulllength
• Curb surface: Pre-applied RSS Waterproofing membrane
• Available Sizes: Custom sizes are available (Pricing may vary)

Product Description

The RSS Tile Ready Bench is constructed from a single piece of the same high density foam as our pans. They feature a functional design with a pre-sloped top, ensuring water always runs back into the wet area preventing pooling anywhere on the bench. The RSS Tile Ready Bench comes out of the box ready for tile thanks to a precision-fit single piece of RSS Waterproofing membrane pre-applied to the faces that will be facing the wet area. This makes it ideal for quick and easy installation and smooth integration with other RSS waterproofing products like our RSS Waterproofing Membrane and RSS Prefabricated Corners.

We offer the ability to customize RSS Tile Ready benches to meet most user specifications including corner benches. Pricing varies on all custom products.

Installation Instructions

1. Installation of the RSS Tile Ready Bench can occur before, alongside, or directly following the installation of an RSS HD Pan depending on design features and project constraints. In some instances, it is installed directly onto  the pan surface. This only occurs when a portion of the pan has been specifically designed to be flat for the addition of a bench. NEVER install an RSS Tile Ready Bench to the sloped surface of an RSS HD or RSS Pro pan.

2. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area as they may weaken the bond.

3. Dry fit the RSS Tile Ready Bench into the installation area to ensure proper fit and to determine the exact area where mortar will need to be applied in the following steps.

4. Once the installation area is prepared, dampen it with a wet sponge to promote a good bond and prevent the substrate from drying the mortar too quickly.

5. Apply a skim-coat of mortar with the flat side of the trowel to the substrate in the entire installation area (including floors and walls), then apply mortar to the entire installation area with a ⅜” or ½” square notch trowel. Apply both a skim coat and combed mortar not only to the floor substrate but also to the exposed edge of the installed RSS HD Pan (when applicable) where it will meet the bench AND to any walls that the bench may butt into. Be sure to use Directional troweling in the shortest direction so that air can escape as the mortar ridges are compressed when the curb is installed in the following steps. This ensures proper bonding can occur.

6. With a trowel Apply a skim coat of mortar to the bottom, and back (these faces generally do not have any RSS Waterproofing membrane pre-applied to them) of the RSS Tile Ready Bench and to each end of the Bench that May butt into any walls. Be sure to apply a skim coat of mortar to the first 1½” (or pan thickness) of the front side of the bench that will meet the pan (if applicable for the design of the bench).

7. Once all mortar has been applied appropriately to all required surfaces, place the RSS Tile Ready Bench down onto the mortar bed in the installation area.

8. Seat the RSS Tile Ready Bench into the mortar bed by pressing down and towards any walls that the bench is being installed against. Use gentle pressure first and increase pressure as the RSS Tile Ready Bench beds into the mortar. Once you are sure the RSS Tile Ready Bench is laying flat and contacting the mortar bed along the bottom and against any adjacent walls finish seating the RSS Tile Ready Bench by pressing firmly down into the substrate and in toward the walls. For larger RSS Tile Ready Benches it may be necessary to sit on the bench top and shift your weight from side to side by “shimmying”.

9. When the RSS Tile Ready Bench is seated correctly you can expect the excess motor to squeeze out along the edges of the bench. There may be large quantities of excess mortar where the bench meets the pan or walls. If no squeeze-out occurs, It may be necessary to apply additional mortar with a hand trowel or margin trowel to the areas where the bench meets the pan/walls. Ensure that all edges that make contact with another component of the shower are fully packed with mortar.

10. With a hand trowel or margin trowel, remove any mortar that has squeezed out along the exposed edges of the bench or where the bench meets the pan or the walls. It is essential that you do not puncture the RSS Waterproofing Membrane on the bench at any time during the installation process. If a puncture occurs, mark and clean the area so that RSS Waterproof Sealant can be applied over the damaged area. Failure to do this may result in leaks or water damage.

11. Clean any exposed edges of the bench and where the bench meets the pan or the walls with a sponge. If the excess mortar is allowed to dry it may interfere with the installation of other shower components such as the RSS Waterproofing Membrane, RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding, or RSS Prefabricated Corners.

Product Specifications

• Material: High-density EPS foam (3# per cubic foot)
• Dimensions: All Benches are designed to custom sizes
• Top surface slope: ¼” per foot
• Bench surface: Pre-applied RSS Waterproofing membrane

Product Description

Made in the USA. RSS Waterproof Membrane is a polyethylene waterproofing membrane with spun polypropylene anchor webbing on both sides to anchor the membrane into the mortar. It is primarily used to create a vapor and waterproof barrier to protect the integrity of building structures from moisture, mold, and decay, and is generally used in conjunction with tiled surfaces of showers, steam rooms, and wet rooms. Tiles can be installed directly onto RSS waterproof fabric membrane using a layer of modified or unmodified mortar.

Installation Instructions

1. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area, if possible, as they may weaken the bond.

2. Measure and precut the membrane to the needed size. More than one piece is often required so you may need to prepare multiple pieces.

3. Once the installation area and the pieces of membrane have been cut to size, dampen the substrate with a wet sponge to promote a good bond and prevent the substrate from drying the mortar too quickly.

4. Apply mortar to the walls or floor with a V-notch trowel in sections the width of the membrane pieces. Ensure that the section is entirely covered with mortar.

5. Once the mortar has been correctly applied to the substrate section, apply the membrane by pressing it into the mortar. It is generally easiest to begin in the center of the shortest edge. It may be helpful to work in vertical sections. Try to align the membrane correctly the first time as it may be difficult and messy to remove it and reapply mortar.

6. Once the membrane is aligned and pressed into the prepped surface, use a clean wide flat spreader to begin pressing the membrane into the mortar. Start at the top in the center. Work the membrane flat from the center out slowly moving down the sheet. Be sure to avoid any wrinkles or creases. Ensure the entire area is pressed firmly into the mortar and that any air trapped behind the membrane is squeezed out.

7. As needed use a sharp utility knife or razor blade to cut around plumbing or fixtures that protrude out of the wall or floor. If an application requires you to slit the membrane for any reason it is no longer waterproof unless RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding or RSS Sealant is applied correctly over the slit.

8. Excess mortar is likely to squeeze out along the sides and at the bottom. Remove it with a trowel and wipe the area clean. This prevents buildup and ensures the area is clean and prepared for the next section.

9. Waterproof seams between sheets can be created by overlapping the sheets by a minimum of 2” or by covering the joints with RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding. When the membrane is overlapped to create a seam thoroughly apply mortar between the layers and press in firmly with a spreader or trowel.

10. It is essential that you do not puncture the RSS Waterproofing Membrane at any time during the installation process. If a puncture occurs, mark and clean the area so that RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding or RSS Waterproof Sealant can be applied over the damaged area. Failure to do this may result in leaks or water damage.

11. NOTE: RSS Waterproof Membrane can be installed in any direction, providing a 2” overlap is always observed, and upper layers (higher in elevation), lap over the top (outside) of the lower elevation layers. Occasionally, lift the membrane to make sure the mortar is fully saturating the webbing of the membrane, and that the mortar is not too dry.

Product Specifications

• Material: polyethylene with spun polypropylene anchor webbing
• Dimensions: 39 ½“ wide. 323 sq. ft. or 172 sq. ft. rolls

Product Description

Made in the USA. RSS Waterproof Seam Banding is made from the same polyethylene waterproofing material as our membrane with spun polypropylene anchor webbing on both sides to anchor the Banding into the mortar. Our seam banding is available in two sizes, 5” and 7” wide.

It is used to create a vapor and waterproof barrier to protect the integrity of building structures from moisture, mold, and decay, and is generally used in conjunction with tiled surfaces of showers, steam rooms, and wet rooms.
RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding is installed to the change of planes (where the wall meets the floor or where two walls meet to form an edge or corner) in wet areas and where the edges of the membrane meet if they are not overlapped a minimum of two inches. It is also used when two waterproof components meet. Such as an RSS TRC or RSS Tile Ready Bench that meets the surface of an RSS HD Pan or walls.

Tiles can be installed directly onto RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding using a layer of modified or unmodified mortar.

Installation Instructions

1. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area, if possible, as they may weaken the bond.

2. RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding is installed after BOTH the waterproofing membrane AND the RSS prefabricated corners are installed. It is a required step to complete the waterproofing system and must be installed in all necessary locations. These locations include:

3. Anywhere one sheet of RSS waterproof membrane meets another, unless the sheets are already overlapped correctly (See RSS Waterproof Membrane installation instructions)

4. All change of planes where the RSS membrane does not run as a single continuous piece. Such as where the wall membrane meets the membrane on the surface of the pan. Or where an RSS TRC or other component meets the membrane on the surface of the pan.

5. Measure and precut the banding to the needed size. More than one piece is often required so you may need to prepare multiple pieces. When installing where the walls meet the pan and RSS Prefabricated Corners have been installed the banding must be long enough to overlap the corners a minimum of 2”

6. Apply mortar to the areas of the walls, floors, or other shower components with a V-notch trowel. Ensure that the section is entirely covered with mortar.

7. Once the mortar has been correctly applied to the area, apply the banding by pressing it into the mortar. Try to align the banding correctly the first time as it may be difficult and messy to remove it and reapply mortar. The Banding needs to overlap any previously installed RSS Waterproof Membrane or RSS Prefabricated Corners by a minimum of 2”. In areas where the surface of the pan meets the walls this means a minimum of 2” of banding will be on the wall and a minimum of 2” will be on the pan. This creates a bridge between the two waterproof surfaces eliminating any potential leaks from occurring at the change of planes.

8. Once the Banding is aligned and pressed into the prepped surface, use a clean, wide, flat spreader to begin pressing the banding into the mortar. Work the membrane flat starting on one surface and then moving to the second. Be sure to avoid any wrinkles or creases. Ensure the entire area is pressed firmly into the mortar and that any air trapped behind the layers is squeezed out.

9. Excess mortar is likely to squeeze out along the edges. Remove it with a trowel and wipe the area clean. This prevents buildup and ensures the area is clean and prepared for tile installation.

10. It is essential that you do not puncture the RSS Waterproof Seam Banding at any time during the installation process. If a puncture occurs, mark and clean the area so that it can either be replaced with an undamaged piece or be correctly repaired with RSS Sealant. Failure to do this may result in leaks or water damage.

NOTE: Occasionally, lift the banding to make sure the mortar is fully saturating the webbing of the banding, and that the mortar is not too dry.

Product Specifications

• Material: polyethylene with spun polypropylene anchor webbing
• Dimensions: 5” or 7“ wide. 50 LF. or 100 LF. rolls
  

Product Description

Made in the USA. RSS Waterproof Seam Banding is made from the same polyethylene waterproofing material as our membrane with spun polypropylene anchor webbing on both sides to anchor the Banding into the mortar. Our seam banding is available in two sizes, 5” and 7” wide.

It is used to create a vapor and waterproof barrier to protect the integrity of building structures from moisture, mold, and decay, and is generally used in conjunction with tiled surfaces of showers, steam rooms, and wet rooms.

RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding is installed to the change of planes (where the wall meets the floor or where two walls meet to form an edge or corner) in wet areas and where the edges of the membrane meet if they are not overlapped a minimum of two inches. It is also used when two waterproof components meet. Such as an RSS TRC or RSS Tile Ready Bench that meets the surface of an RSS HD Pan or walls.

Tiles can be installed directly onto RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding using a layer of modified or unmodified mortar.

Installation Instructions

1. Ensure that the installation area is free and clear of all dirt and debris. Ensure substrate is clean, smooth, and level, removing any and all of the following: high spots, nail/screw heads, staples, and dried or stuck-on mortar/concrete/drywall mud. Remove any paint/primer, silicone, or glues from the installation area, if possible, as they may weaken the bond.

2. RSS Waterproofing Seam Banding is installed after BOTH the waterproofing membrane AND the RSS prefabricated corners are installed. It is a required step to complete the waterproofing system and must be installed in all necessary locations. These locations include:

3. Anywhere one sheet of RSS waterproof membrane meets another, unless the sheets are already overlapped correctly (See RSS Waterproof Membrane installation instructions)

4. All change of planes where the RSS membrane does not run as a single continuous piece. Such as where the wall membrane meets the membrane on the surface of the pan. Or where an RSS TRC or other component meets the membrane on the surface of the pan.

5. Measure and precut the banding to the needed size. More than one piece is often required so you may need to prepare multiple pieces. When installing where the walls meet the pan and RSS Prefabricated Corners have been installed the banding must be long enough to overlap the corners a minimum of 2”

6. Apply mortar to the areas of the walls, floors, or other shower components with a V-notch trowel. Ensure that the section is entirely covered with mortar.

7. Once the mortar has been correctly applied to the area, apply the banding by pressing it into the mortar. Try to align the banding correctly the first time as it may be difficult and messy to remove it and reapply mortar. The Banding needs to overlap any previously installed RSS Waterproof Membrane or RSS Prefabricated Corners by a minimum of 2”. In areas where the surface of the pan meets the walls this means a minimum of 2” of banding will be on the wall and a minimum of 2” will be on the pan. This creates a bridge between the two waterproof surfaces eliminating any potential leaks from occurring at the change of planes.

8. Once the Banding is aligned and pressed into the prepped surface, use a clean, wide, flat spreader to begin pressing the banding into the mortar. Work the membrane flat starting on one surface and then moving to the second. Be sure to avoid any wrinkles or creases. Ensure the entire area is pressed firmly into the mortar and that any air trapped behind the layers is squeezed out.

9. Excess mortar is likely to squeeze out along the edges. Remove it with a trowel and wipe the area clean. This prevents buildup and ensures the area is clean and prepared for tile installation.

10. It is essential that you do not puncture the RSS Waterproof Seam Banding at any time during the installation process. If a puncture occurs, mark and clean the area so that it can either be replaced with an undamaged piece or be correctly repaired with RSS Sealant. Failure to do this may result in leaks or water damage.

NOTE: Occasionally, lift the banding to make sure the mortar is fully saturating the webbing of the banding, and that the mortar is not too dry.

Product Specifications

• Material: polyethylene with spun polypropylene anchor webbing
• Dimensions: 5” or 7“ wide. 50 LF. or 100 LF. rolls