How To Install Silicone rubber water dam strip
How To Install a Collapsible Water Dam in Your Barrier-Free Shower
2026-05-07
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How To Install Silicone rubber water dam strip
Installing a flexible self-adhesive silicone rubber waterproof barrier for accessible shower rooms is like installing a water blocking soft strip that can "lie flat" on its own. It can automatically flatten when a wheelchair or walker passes by, ensuring barrier free passage, and then bounce back to its original state to prevent the outflow of shower water.
Before installation, prepare the silicone rubber dam, glass glue, art knife, and anti mold glass glue.
The specific installation steps are as follows:
◉ Clean the floor
Thoroughly clean the ground and walls (especially the contact points at both ends) where the dam is installed, ensuring that they are dust-free, dry, and free of oil stains, which is important for subsequent pasting.
◉ Cutting length
Place the dam at the designated installation location and cut the excess part with a utility knife according to the actual required length. Dams can usually be easily cut.
◉ Positioning and pasting
Tear off the adhesive protective film at the bottom of the dam, press it tightly against the ground, and press it firmly to make it fully adhere to the ground.
◉ Seal with adhesive
To prevent water from leaking out through the gaps at both ends, it is necessary to apply anti mold glass glue at the contact points between the dam and the wall. Some product descriptions also suggest applying a circle of adhesive at the connection between the dam and the ground to enhance sealing. After gluing, the surface can be scraped flat with fingers or a scraper.
◉ Air dry
After the glue is applied, avoid letting the dam come into contact with water within 24 hours and try not to step on or crush it, allowing it to fully solidify and ensure the best waterproof effect.
Frequently Asked Questions and Answers
Q1: Is it okay if we don't apply glass glue?
Although the built-in adhesive of the product can provide good initial adhesion, the gaps in the corners of both ends are common areas for water leakage. You can try these methods:
Use waterproof Tape: After gluing both ends, apply specialized waterproof tape to further enhance the sealing.
Use nail free adhesive: The viscosity of nail free adhesive is usually stronger than that of backing adhesive, and it can be applied to both ends to enhance fixation.
However, considering the long-term reliability and sealing effect, it is still recommended to use glass glue.
Q2: What should I do if there are gaps after installation if the ground is not completely level?
If there are gaps, it may affect the water blocking effect. You can take a small amount of glass glue to fill the gap, or use a scraper to smooth it out to ensure sealing.
Q3: How to choose the type of glass adhesive?
It is recommended to purchase neutral anti mold glass glue (usually semi transparent or white) and avoid using acidic glass glue, as it may corrode the back glue at the bottom of the dam and have a more pungent odor.
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