Guide to installing leveling compound in a sloped shower

Learn how to install leveling compound in a sloping shower with a microtopping finish. Tips on dealing with height differences and reinforcing the screed.

How can I install leveling compound in a sloping shower with a microtopping finish, taking into account the difference in height between the shower tray and the rest of the bathroom? Is the screed strong enough for the upright side, or should it be reinforced with a corner profile? Is it necessary to place the highest part first and then the lowest part?

For a sloping shower with a microtopping finish, it is indeed important to first apply a waterproofing before the microtopping is placed. Egaline is self-levelling and cannot follow the slope in this case. The Staenis leveling grid can be an ideal solution here. After placing and drying the adhesive screed, you must first apply a primer and a leveling compound of approximately 3 mm to prevent the squares from being visible through the microtopping. It is advisable to ask the microtopping company to install profiles, as this is the only strong solution and everything can be finished nicely. It doesn't really matter whether you place the high or low part first, but by starting with the high part you can work nicely against the wall of the high part when placing the low part. For the transition between the bathroom and the hallway, as well as the upstand at the shower tray, a corner profile can be used to provide extra strength. This ensures that the screed is strong enough to absorb the difference in height and provide a sustainable solution.

We hope this information helps you to install leveling compound in your sloped shower with a microtopping finish. For more detailed instructions and advice, you can always visit our website.