Waterproofing Tub Shower Walls | Beginner Bathroom Remodel 

Best advocate for your child is you. No one cares about our kids enough so we have do always do better. Keep your head up you’re doing a great job

Praying for your son. He's got the sweetest mom, so everything will turn out well.

Thank you for bearing your heart and being vulnerable. From someone we’ve seen tackle challenges and get after it on this channel, we can see how much you care for your children and desire to fight for what is best for them. Bless you and your family, and I pray your community supports you in this time! ❤

You are an incredible woman Melissa !!! Best wishes for you, your son and rest of the family !!!

Many prayers for your son and your family. I have a severely autistic son, who has a LOT of outbursts, he is a runner and tries to get out any door and/or window. It's never ending. I know that is not what you are probably going through, but I understand the pain, worry and anxiety. Much love to you momma.

You're the best for walking us through the process, explaining the steps, products used and why you use them. Not a lot of people are this detailed so I really appreciate it!

Two things.... I have personally cut a lot of drywall in a lot of oddly shaped areas, but my hats is off to your cut of the green board for the upper right back of the shower. I probably would not have even attempted that zig zag you pulled off. Great Job! second, I was skeptical of the tile layout, but it is really awesome, I would never had that vision, again, Great Job! it looks incredible

Hang in there Melissa...!!! We are rooting for you and your family...!

Bathroom is looking great. I'll be very curious to hear how the Musclebound holds up over time. I love tiling. If you ever decide to do it again, I recommend watching Sal Diblasi's channel. I've learned everything about tiling from him. Also, don't be afraid to go with thinset next time. It's surprisingly easy to use and seems to be much more forgiving than the Musclebound. And get yourself a tile snapper. They're great to use on straight cuts and you can use them in the house without making a mess. I only use my wet saw for the finicky cuts around shower valves, etc. That tile cutter you have looked a bit hateful. If you ever want to upgrade, Kobalt makes a great 7" wet saw that would speed up the process for you.

You are amazing! I’m so impressed. The last decade, I have been doing more DIY than ever before, now that RU-vid provides so many good instructors to help me replace a garbage disposal, or repair a second hand washer AND dryer, for example. Your “fearlessness” (thank you for being vulnerable as well) is an inspiration to repair some tile in my kids’ bathroom. That MuscleBound may be the thing that helps me overcome my fear of taking on tile work. It doesn’t look easy, and I’m guessing having two people would make it much easier, but somehow it seems less scary than using thinset.

DIY Princess, that was amazing and courageous. That bathroom is going to look fantastic. Prayers for you family.

Thank you Melissa! Blessings for you, your son, your family and the doctors!

Hang in there -- you got this. I am sorry that you don't have it easy, but I'm sure that your son will overcome his challenges with time, and he clearly has a great momma to provide him with a loving environment. Your videos are awesome and inspire me, a "newbie", to learn how to do some of this stuff in my own house.

When tiling, do the most visible wall first. That way the tiles on the side walls will hide the corner seam (make it less visible). Otherwise your cuts need to be super precise.

Being a mom is worry about your kids, and no child is without challenge. If you are a mom like you, involved in your childs life, it is a constant balance to find help and accept your child as it is. Our society lays a lot of stress on us by creating a perfect picture. Thank goodness perfection doesn't exist. You get there, together with your son.

May God bless you and your family. You are an incredible woman and I wish you all the best with your son and every new challenge you encounter. I enjoy your newest style of video that shows the work as you do it. Keep strong sweetheart, and you will persevere.

I love the short side stagger. It looks amazing. I, too, have seen doctors who have basically been a non-start for both me and my child. It's very frustrating. I pray that you get the answers that you need soon. 🙏🏽 ❤

Ok. You just gave me the push I needed to do both my bathrooms; one in my house and one in my guesthouse. Love the tile!

You impressed me to hell! Great job! Keep on being the wonderful mother you are!!!

Safety glasses while cutting tile. Please. 😩looks great!

So proud of you Melissa..keep up the AMAZING work

Thank you, I learned about waterproofing compound for the drywall from this video.

Movie star looks. And then tackles heavy duty projects like a veteran pro. Fun channel. Let's get her to a million followers !

I love the tile pattern!

My heart goes out to you regarding the perplexing behavior disorder. These disorders are skyrocketing in children, since the 80s. You are not alone.

Keep learning! The tile pattern is beautiful!

Yup, I'm lovin that tile so far and the offset design was a good move. Can't wait to see the completed job. Also, I wish you and your little one all the best and I'm sure you and Mr W will get him all the help he may need.

Good tip on keeping the bottom of the tiles open to drain water seeping through the grout. Whoever did my tub caulked it and when I pulled it off it had mildew underneath. Now I want to re grout the whole tub. At least they did use a full tub insert to keep water out of the walls.

I'm not saying it will take years to figure things out since we have better and better ways to help children, but it did take us time. Each step that was frustrating and felt like a setback set us further forward to find another way, and we found miracles in other steps that helped us so much. I am so glad you also talk about personal therapy as the miracles I mention are helps for kids as well as those raising them. Sometimes it is just a matter of finding the right resources that we didn't know or see. Sometimes there is a denial of help. But against the discouragement don't give up. There is at least someone who knows what you need, and it is likely there are a few people that can help. 😊

Mel, you make it sound as if you are alone with your struggles. Hopefully the mr is giving you support as well. Hang in there, one piece of project at a time. All your children are a blessing, no matter what. You can handle it!! Stay strong.

Staggered on the short side looks good.

I really love it! I can't imagine that you can complete it alone, it's amazing!

I Love the tile and the layout you chose! The adhesive product on your walls seems like a great item. You are always up for a challenge, and I am certain it will turn out beautiful! Sending you prayers and wishes for positive results and diagnosis at your son’s appointment.

You are an amazing mom they are blessed to have you, you keep doing what you’re doing. Now as far as the bathroom it is looking beautiful and I been there when I rented a wet saw from Home Depot to tile my kitchen back splash 😊

It's looking amazing, great job!

Praying for your son and rest of the family, Great job!!

So very impressed with your skills and willingness to try for things most would shy away from! Great job on all your projects. I came across one of your shorts, ended up watching most videos on your channel. Again, fantastic job!

I like the tile layout. Thanks for sharing and all the best with your son.

Try the Mayo Clinic. Seriously. I’ve seen them solve mysteries and their treatment plans are breakthrough and wholistic. I’ve seen them in action, have a couple stories. About the time where you think so much about your family, try chewing gum? I’ve found this helps me focus on task (had to back off recently because my jaw was getting sore, lol). Might help, might not, maybe worth a try. Might also try different genres of music? I’ve found, depending on situation, music worked against me, but other times, helped me. Audio books (technical stuff, etc) might help to distract you. Hugs and prayers!

You are incredible Ms. Woods. I am sending you all my love and well wishes. Your family is in my prayers.

Doh! You left me in suspense with a tile job grand reveal! Looking forward to part 2 and your thoughts on the adhesive. PS; by the looks of things, you definitely have the DIY courage. 💪👍

I can't wait to see the reveal! Best wishes to you and your family.

I Love it!! Great job!

Super nice job Melissa you are one of the most brave and beautiful women. God Bless You and your family ❤

Hey, it so wonderful that you are standing and fighting for him. Thank you for your videos, you are a brave woman that I take courage of , using all this “manly “ equipment!

Best wishes Melissa for you and your family. I'll keep you guys in my prayers.🙏

Not loving the layout but it really doesn't matter. If you like it, you chose right. I skimmed through because it's past bedtime. Gonna watch it fully tomorrow! I promise... :D

one thing i learned, is you have two choices: you put the water barrier behind the cement board, OR you put it on top of the cement board. You do not put it on both sides, or you get black mold all inbetween over time and you have to rip it all out and remediate it. I know you didn't use cement board. It doesn't matter what material is between the two vaper barriers, the same applies. It either has to dry out on the front side of the wall covering, or the backside of the covering, to prevent black mold. also, if the drywall goes over the tub lip, it will wick up inside to the ceiling every time the bottom gets any kind of water exposure. with two vaper barriers on both sides of the drywall, and the drywall going inside the tub and wicking, you most assuredly will have black mold all inside the wall. Please keep that in mind. I wish you all the best. You can contact the companies that provide the vapor barrier to confirm (Red Guard, etc.). I decided to put it on the back, even though I had many 5 gallon buckets of BLUE MAX waterproof sealer. I did 6 mil plastic followed by roofing paper wrapping from the bottom up. I am just sharing what I learned from my research. I respect your decision whether it is the same, or different. Have an amazing weekend!

Outstanding work by the way .Your work is second to none may God continue to bless you and your family outstanding job great attitude great idea astounding work.

A varied comment from these others...as someone with a degree in Photog...I have noticed your vlogging video choices expanding and becoming more creative (i.e. in this vlog when you double camera-ed up to let us see your phone/ring-light setup waiting for use). I say Thanks for the many hours of hard work it takes for you in planning executing and editing your episodes. You have been growing and expanding your "toolbox" so much in your photography talent. We are proud of you SuperMom..!

Best of luck with your family, thanks for sharing.

A friend wanted to learn to tile soni showed her while I was doing my backsplash. She ended up doing the whole thing. Once you do it its pretty easy. Never tried the double sides stuff just use mortar. Its easy and cheap

Awesomeness, looks great.

Great job!

Hi Melissa ❤ really enjoy your videos i gotta try a project myself would be first time doing it one more thing your videos are relaxing to me so in away your help me out

What a beautiful, gentle soul

amazing job

We are going through the same thing with my 7 year old. We have a psych evaluation in August (long waiting list). He's already been diagnosed as ADHD, but his teacher and some other professionals think he might be on the spectrum. It's been very challenging and stressful for my wife and I. So I know what you're going through. On top of that, he has ketotic hypoglycemia, which means his blood sugars can crash at any moment. He's been to the ER numerous times. Once went in an ambulance, his sugars dropped so low, we were minutes from losing him... We love our children! We'll do anything for them.

Youre amazing! Enough said.

Love the tile, love the vertical, not the stagger… maybe it will grow on me. What matters is you love it.

Sorry to hear about your son. I will keep your family in my prayers ~

Just OUTSTANDING : o .....

Be safe! You don't wanna be breathing that insulation stuff. Btw, good for you for working on your home...I learned a bunch.

Sra. Melissa: en primer lugar, desearle que su hijo esté bien pronto y que Dios les de la fuerza a su familia para acompañarlo. Con respecto al nivel láser, no siempre existieron y las cosas se hacían de todos modos. Por ejemplo aquí en Argentina es una herramienta muy costosa y no todos podemos tenerla. En su lugar seguimos usando nivel de manguera transparente y chalk line. Y en verdad, en su país han llevado la construcción en seco a otro dimensión con materiales que aquí no están disponibles. Salud y serenidad para su familia!!!

Bless you, you are under so much stress. I'm praying for you and your family.

Great video!!! Nice !!!

Your smiling face makes me happy :-)

All the best to you. A mixed diagnosis is frustrating, for sure, but its an obstacle, and you can either go forward with the best info you have available, or just whoa is me. I already know how you will respond.

A loving mother worries about her children. You’re only as happy as your least happy child. Your son’s diagnosis will only be the beginning of your journey with him. The work you’re doing on this channel gives us enjoyment and information. It appears to give you the ability to occupy your worried mind.

Great work, hope your son get better as he get old ,some kids tend to have funny behavior but things get better as they get old ,I would avoid prescription medications. Unless otherwise

Very Nice

A good book to read about raising kids is "Myth of Normal" by Gabor Mate, especially Chapter 12 "Horticulture on the Moon: Parenting, Undermined".

wow!!! amazing mom

Hoping you have some answers and a way forward soon!

You are a very knowledgeable woman in building, etc., I envy you

Broke my heart…I will say a prayer for you…

in my DIY work If it's too hard for me, I tell myself, "If Melissa can do it, you can do it."👍

Absolutely the perfect woman.

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“dries kind of a red color”…next frame….RED lol that was funny to me. Great work on the bathroom so far!

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What a great job !! I would have choosen a vertical pattern for the tiles that matches the baseboards you already put but what you did is gorgeous 👍😎🐕‍🦺

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My Kind Of Woman.

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While enjoying your video a thought occurred to me. Have you notified your local police department about your son? If god forbid he does something, they need to know how to proceed. Hoping for all the best for you and your family.

How's your kid doing 😢

om gosh

Your son is more important than any work. I hope you can find answers. Check his diet. Best wishes on continued improvement on the house.

1:12 - You are right, girl! Where is your respirator?! Without the respirator you surely breathed in all this nasty stuff floating in the air - not only insulation fibers, which themselves are irritating and harmful, but also mold spores. Please, don't forget your respirator! It's not worthy risking your health. You don't want to get silicosis or lung infection from breathing in dust, fibers and mold spores!

Is she... using large sticky tape to glue the tiles to the wall? I already knew we built differently in Europe but my house insurance would *laugh at my face* if I did anything of the sort. This is not an exageration. They would laugh. Then refuse to cover anything.

I SPOKE TO SOON "YOU GO GIRL" !.

Best of luck for you and you son. Any issue with your kids is always concerning. Be well.

YOU LOOK A LOT LIKE THAT STOCK CAR RACER DANIKA PATRICK.