BUILDING a CURBLESS SHOWER (Recess in Floor Joists) 

"Easier to build a wall than to change their mind" We all felt that.

You know what's more impressive then Stud Pack's Stud Pack (LOL)? A sense of humor, and a solid knowledge of math that makes quality work possible. Great work. I learned a lot.

I seriously appreciate how you’re clear as to 1.) why you need the measurements and 2.) exactly how you are to achieve them with those examples making it very clear and easy to understand how to do this properly I’ve yet to to see anyone else on all of RU-vid be so clear and helpful no matter the projects 😘

You have the heart of a roman engineer. The way you look at all the little details and polish every problem, as little as it may be.

“We’re not just gonna show you the how’s, we’re gonna show you the why’s” That’s why I love this channel

That's a unique solution to the flooring. You have just proved that nobody has a monopoly on great ideas. When this is all done, see if mom won't get you a pair of pants that hasn't been mended in the posterior. You deserve that ... and a hug, you deserve that too!

Thank you. This video gave a visual to a customer who wasn't understanding why I would have to lower the subfloor to install a curbless shower. Saved my bid and let them see that the other bidders were actually not going to solve the problem at hand.

As a 14-year-old, I learned the basics of construction. (Plumb, level and square) when we build our house with a family friend who was a pro. At about 30 years old, I helped a group of HACKS build my parents' second home. I ended up in heavy industrial welding/fabrication as a career. I learn something every time I watch one of your videos. I love how you take the time to explain the why. No telling how many homeowners have been inspired to tackle small projects because of your videos. Keep it up!

I get a feeling that Stud Pack is happiest when he is framing. Those pro tips on the hinge effect and pressure treated vs kiln dried lumber were pure gold! Great job as always. Also, way to shut down all the YT commenters with, "I got seven women telling me..." Nuff said, LOL

That dewalt oscillating tool is by far one of the most useful and versatile tools I own. It just makes many jobs way easier.

I so appreciate you asking "Does that make sense" several trainers/Teachers do Not ask. So I am always having to ask lots and lots of questions. Every day is a chance to learn. You are a fabulous teacher. Keep up the amazing work you do. Way to take care of your Mama. She is proud of you and your children/grandchild. Need more teachers that are as well trained and your camera work, right on!

40 year Carpenter here and that was a Great in depth video. Anyone watching this to decide if this guy knows his stuff? I can't say I would do anything different. Great job.

I work in mold remediation and I can say there is a big difference between mold (growth) and staining. Often times what people think is mold is simply water stains. The only way to know for sure is to have it tested.

I just bought my first home I'm doing a lil remodeling and im mudding like a pro thank you for teaching me

“I hope its right bc im not going back in there.” Get it right the first time. i love the attitude Stud.

I'm not a tradesman, nor a property owner, and I don't have any of these tools, but I LOVE these videos.

Cutting studs at different lengths for longer spanning repairs to avoid a hinge joint is a REALLY GOOD TIP. Always learn a lot with your content. I will try, if my older brain can do it, to file that one away.

28 yrs in the trades and it’s always refreshing to see the artistry of a professional that enjoys his craft.

The fact that you’re doing this for your mom is what defines a true “Stud.” 👍🏽🇺🇸

I've been doing hime reno for 52 years, nice to see a guy who knows how to do things right (without the fluff). Enjoyed the vid and hope Mom gets well soon

I died laughing at the photoshopped six-pack on Paul 😂 awesome sense of humor on these two. Great work guys, hope your mom/grandma recovers well and gets to enjoy her new shower for many more years!

Lots of work in a short time! Great job on the floor design! At 91,im certain that "Mom" will appreciate the privacy the wall gives, and glass won't allow you to add any grab bars if needed.

I can't believe I just watched half an hour of what looks like 1/3 of a shower replacement project, and didn't realize the time go by. Amazing job at explaining what you are doing in an engaging way!

I really enjoy how you not only explain the "how to do" but also the "why to do" of what you do. it passes on such a wealth of knowledge that I feel I can use in my own projects.

No idea if it's too late - having had an elderly parent live with me - as they get to a point where they need assistance in a shower, a hand-held shower head for the Carer to use on the patient, is key! I put both a fixed and 'head on a hose' with a diverter tap. So when she was having a good day she could do it herself and when she had a bad day the carer could shower her.

Back in the day, my must see Saturday morning viewing was a PBS broadcast titled "This Old House". Unfortunately that broadcast has changed over the years to be nothing more than corporate advertising [IMO]. Luckily Stud Pack has arrived on the scene! Daily I check for a new episode. I've learn more from watching Stud Pack than any other channel on RU-vid. Has Stud Pack ever considered reaching out to your local PBS broadcaster? Your hands-on practical style and teamwork is always refreshing and rewarding to watch.

The hardest part of the job is dealing with ungrateful people. They can't find anything to criticize because you do great work so by making themselves look better they have to find fault in a cigarette butt. Contractors should have a site where they can share information on customers. That way you can avoid those customers in the future. They can do do it themselves and really have a reason to complain when they screw it all up. Too much ego on their part. As a remodeling manager for many years I have seen it all. You guys did a great job.

Where we live we have a replica old deep tub, beautiful, but being disabled & 65, we would prefer just a shower. 😢 God bless you for doing this for your mother! 🙏 ❤📖👏👏❤️🙏

I would have cut out the sheetrock for the top "plate." that way you have wood to wood framing which is much more shear resistant than having the sheetrock gap, and it makes it really easy to spot where you need the nailer. AND you can pass the nailer up through the hole.

I like how Jordan asks questions that maybe Paul doesn't think to elaborate on, for us viewers. You guys have one of the best channels on YT, hands down.

LMAO @ "It was easier for me to build a wall than change their minds" awesome! ... Great vid! Love the way you explain and show all the steps without getting too bogged down! Great pace.

Excellent job explaining the process. Good to see that you are very careful preserving the structural integrity of the structure. I see too many contractors cutting joist with complete disregard of the consequences. I am a licensed Civil Engineer and I appreciate your craftsmanship. Well done.👍

Really like the shower valve on the opposite wall from the shower head! No more getting wet turning on the shower. Pretty slick

"Easier to build the wall than to change their minds." 😉😀

Amazing work. You are a dear son. Your mom should be proud.

Thank you. I’m glad I found your channel. I’m 61 and I plan on buying an older house when I retire in two years. I don’t like bathtubs, so one thing I’m sure I’ll need to do is convert a tube into a shower.

Good for you mentioning the ADA standards and especially the space required for a wheelchair to turn around. When you build the ramp for your mom that is another opportunity to share some important information.

Hope your mom gets better soon guys. Watching how you guys decided to fix your little dilemma. That's a great idea and you even made the new subfloor event stronger the previous floor, This is a excellent idea for updating a kitchen or bathroom floor where a lot of weight is placed and you need the extra strength.

I'm an amatuer, but do allot of my own work. This is the ONLY post I have watched all the way thru. EXCELLENT JOB sir!!!

Man, Im always so jealous watching people getting to work on newer houses (after 1960 or so). No cast iron, no galvanized water lines, your subfloor is the same stuff you buy at the store today, framing lumber is the same dimensions, no knob and tube wiring, no plaster and lath to demo, the list goes on. As someone who works primarily on 80-110 year old "historic" houses, and has to do a lot of structural work, Im truly jealous. Great video as always though

I've been doing this kind of work for 40 years and have learned, like you have, not to let "the perfect be the enemy of the good". What I can't figure out is how you manage to make coherent and entertaining video while doing the job. Hat's off!!!

Just wanted to come here and say: anytime I do a job that I haven’t done before, I always check Stud Pack first. It’s so valuable to have this resource knowing there’s someone I trust that will show me how to do something THE RIGHT way. That’s the key. 👍 I appreciate you guys

Your one of,the guys that’s actually a professional on RU-vid. And you seem like a great dude. Good job

I like this father and son working together I miss those with my grandfather good days

When I used to do jobs like this ,I got more satisfaction from the re-framing than the finished product. Had that same feeling looking at the stud's work !

Your mother must be so proud of you. Great job. God bless.

How’s and Why’s, that’s the reason your channel is so valuable to the DIY community.

I restored a 100+ year old house. There wasn't a straight line in the place. I learned quickly to use story poles to make measurements. Great job!

This reminds me of my grandpa and I. He had the same positive demeanor as you both and taught me so much. He passed a couple years ago but as I remodel my kitchen I find myself wishing I could ask him questions and this channel has been nothing but an amazing resource. You two are awesome!

I remember watching Bob Vila when I was little. Your presentation style mirrors his almost perfectly and I love it. Great information. Thank you!

Good to see that Tuco turned his life around, you go Tuco

There was nothing New for me in this video, but it has been half a century since I last did any framing. A Review is always nice. I don't remember what I had for supper yesterday, however, it's nice to remember how I did my work in my teens. Thank you.

From content to filming to editing, you guys are hitting on all cylinders. Everything is credible, useful, and entertaining. Love it.

These guys are the real deal...happy to get the work done and happy to show how it's done with the right tips. Also going as far as to explain WHY they are doing something this or that way...again happily doing so, never change Stud Pack!

I did a rolled curb or a curbless shower about a yr. ago for a girl who accidentally got shot minding her own business driving down the street with her boyfriend coming back from dinner after recently graduating from high school! Wrong place wrong time! We turned the 3/4 bath into a bigger room with a shower she could roll her wheelchair into! She was paralyzed fr the waist down. We also installed a fold down seat , grab bars,and a handheld shower valve . I donated most all of my labor! The world just isnt fair to people sometimes! Thx for educating people the right way of doing things Studpack!

I’m a paraplegic and this is a dream shower for me. Beautiful!

I love the way you all pull together as a family. Hope your Mom is feeling better. She has some great kids and Mother's are a national treasure , enjoy every minute you have left. I wish I still had my Mother

Glad I found you. My son tried to explain the process of the new shower I want. Your video of your mothers new shower was exactly what I needed to see. Now I understand what he was explaining to me. With the exact same products you used. Thank you

This video is "packed" with tips/tricks ... and solid solutions.

Have heard from many old timers " they don't build houses like these anymore " thank goodness it's why we have the standards and codes now

Having just bought a house and starting my bathroom reno, I can't tell you how valuable these videos are to me right now! Keep up the awesome work, and your mom/grandma is so lucky to have you guys!

Hey Studpack. I worry about your eyes. You both should be wearing the correct tint safety glasses when using lasers. Even low powered green lasers are strong enough to do damage.

I had absolutely no reason to watch this video but now I know. Thanks guys.

First video! You just built our shower! Although, ours is on a slab. At 70, a walk in curb-less shower is essential. Great job taking care of your mom! You just earned another follower. 👍🏼

Definitely always best practice to remove damaged materials but On some applications the minwax penetration wood rot prevention is a option. Once it’s scraped out apply let dry and epoxy into area rot free if hard to reach areas - scab on a block to finish off -

Just want to leave a comment talking about how good of a natural presenter you are. Don’t see enough praise for it but you are a great host. Feels like I’m watching a high production value tv show.

👍 up just because you went in that attic for your mother. Great job as always

Good son taking care of mom. Good man.

The wall is definitely a good choice. More surface area for grab bars, yet still enough room to get a chair in and out. I’m a contractor & CNA. I really like your positivity and flow of delivery. Good video!

As a Tile Contractor who does this to get my slopes In I would be amazed if I was subbed out by you. Perfect base for tile work!

Matching new tile to original tile is not easy, but you did it! Great job carpenter.

Those oscillating tools are a game changer, I don;t know how I ever managed without mine.

WALK-IN-TUBS: Please do your homework as they have improved! Just like many, I too was worried about filling and draining issues. I took a chance and ended up getting one installed in my new modular home. If done correctly the issues aren't that bad. Most of these tubs have a hand held shower so you can use it while filling the tub to keep you warm (before getting in the tub, turn on hot water and shower the seat to warm it up or get heated seats). You could also install a heat lamp above it, which was recommended but I opted out with no regret. Make sure your hot water tank is big enough or install hot water on demand where you'll have unlimited hot water. FILLING UP my 70 gallon (Cdn) walk-in-tub took 8 MINUTES in November (probably a bit less in the Summer?) and about 10-11 minutes in Jan-Feb. The reason it takes longer is because the (municipal) water going to my hot water on demand system is colder in the Winter and the hot water on demand system slows down the flow to keep up, so make sure you have a fairly high BTU system. (mine is 180,000BTU) DRAINING the tub ONLY takes one and half MINUTES! Again, do your homework as they don't all drain that fast! I saw one that could drain in 10 seconds! I also noticed that I am not cold when draining as I like hot water therefore, when the water drains, it takes a while to feel the coolness (like coming out of a steam bath). One could also use the hand held shower to keep warm but it would take longer to drain or use the heat lamp. (don't forget that you can't turn on the heat lamp from inside the tub so you might want to figure out a way to turn it on remotely). Some tubs, like mine, have a safety latch so you can't accidentally bump the handle and open the door. THE PROBLEM with these tubs that are installed in hospitals and senior homes is that they are VERY large to accommodate everyone and as STUD PACK mentioned, it takes forever to fill. I have seen some tubs that actually store the water in a tank beside the tub and can fill the tub in one or two minutes. ME: I am a male in my 50s and I have a condition called Arthrogryposis Multiplex Congenita (AMC) and am able to walk but not sure of my future so my new house is pretty much ADA compliant and yes I have a curbless shower too which I like much more than my walk-in shower as they have a curb. The tub I finally got was the OASIS by Safety Bath. So far I love it but I find it's missing some things like a power control for the jets/bubbles but I wanted it because the back is reclined AND the seat is angled (other tubs don't have an angled seat) but it can be harder to get out. -------------------------------------- I don't know why I watch your videos as I can't do renos because of my condition but they are so well made and entertaining! KEEP UP THE GOOD WORK GUYS!!!

I sympathize with crawling into that low-clearance attic, trying to maneuver a drill, screw, and block while lying across joists, backing out blind, etc. At least it wasn't August. :)

I watch many, many videos. This is my favorite video. I am a master plumber of over 40 years. I learned volumes from this video. Great presentation and great cinematography! Keep up the great work!!!!!!!!!!

I don't even need to watch the end of this video to know its going to turn out top shelf! Blue ribbon baby!

Awesome stuff! I like how you framed the recessed floor out, all great ideas. I’m sure those ledgers add some strength back after notching the joist out too. A tip from a non pro - ditch all the blades and get Diablo everything. They cut like butter and last forever. Even when you hit nails with that circular saw. Multi tool, saws, everything. They’re worth it.

This has got to be one of my new favorite channels. It's such a great energy for a channel, clear, practical and explanatory in a way that doesn't make me feel dumb or waste time.

You are so thorough on your explanations, as a seasoned remodeler, you’re teaching me some great tricks!

Paul, you get the come on man award. You should have been inspecting your mom's house. When my dad and older brother died. I made sure I drove them 2 hrs to inspect my mom's house. Great work, and great tips.

I’ve been in the business for nearly 20 years and I still watched the full video. I like that you considered plywood in joist bays to gain more integrity in the framing 👌🏼

Any reduction in strength of the floor joists by reducing their depth is more than compensated for by the members provided to each side to support the floor panels. Love the work you do.

You had me at 91 years old dude....❤..and you stepped in!

Your a good son. Speedy recovery to your Mom. Appreciate your work, I'm redoing my grandfathers 100 year old house and you give me encouragement.

Your videos have been helpful as we prepare to renovate our bathroom, including a curb-less shower. While we are having professionals do the work, we like to understand the process enough to ask questions as necessary. The pride and care you take in your work is so refreshing. Thanks!

This is really impressive. I can guarantee if you had hired someone to do this they would not have gone squeezing into that tiny space to make it work. You're a good son to take care of your mom in this way!

It's nice listening to smart people for a change. Thank you!

Brother I had this video liked WELL BEFORE you crawled the attic. God I hate attic work.. GREAT instructional video and what an awesome family building skill you're sharing with them.

I'm impressed with your building knowledge. Moreover, I'm very impressed with your relationships with your family. There is a lot of love and respect. You and your wife have done a magnificent job with your children.

You are the dad that we all needed! Thank you for all the amazing videos.

I love you guys. I love the shows aka DIY step by step I started late to learn about all the contructions lessons I am learning . I love the Father and son team. I would like to open myy own construction contractor company and teach my son all the lessons in these fields. Keep up the good work guys May God bless you and family. Your fan Ray from New York

I don't know or understand much of what he says. But when, before he starts using the circular saw, he says: "before I start cutting, I'm going to put on my glasses and ear protection", I have the upmost respect for him.

Great explanations, clear, exact and easy to follow. I am looking forward to seeing more of your projects.

For anyone redoing a bathroom, making the shower future ready is a great idea. It just take a small event for plans to change. If a shower is already ready at the house, it makes the transition that much easier. Great work guys!

Love the info you give for your decision making!

Great job guys. Thanks for sharing.

Liked and subscribed. This *exact* project is what my parents need in their home, but I don't have the skills to take it on. However, after watching this, when I hire someone to do it, I know I'm going to be armed with the right knowledge to make sure that my parents get a safe and quality walk-in shower. Thank you StudPack! BTW, I love that you've got this as a family affair. A man knows he raised his boys right when they are best friends!

Stud Pack you guys keep rockin' it! Keep up the great videos, great instruction, great tips, AND great "projects". Your remodels are almost always in the "practical" realm for DIY folks: attacking common "problems" that "we" want (or need) to attack also. Your instructional style keeps it moving quickly but still pauses to cover the key details very clearly, not only explaining HOW you do certain things but WHY. Hats off to your editing that blasts through the slow and repetitive stuff!

I'm a tile installer in southern California, great video I appreciate your craftsmanship, integrity of your skill!! Keep rocking & rolling. Cheers!

This is 900 times more in-depth than HGTV or DIY show. You even have the time-lapse background rock music. Good job :)