Bathtub support and sealing flange
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Sep 14, 1999
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Mar 20, 1997
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Mar 20, 1997
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A flexible extrusion molded flange for securing bathtubs and the like to surrounding walls while simultaneously providing a moisture barrier therebetween. The flange snaps on to the vertical edge and horizontal deck of the tub. The flange includes a vertical back strip for securing the flange to a stud wall, a drywall sealing lip forming a moisture barrier between the tub and the drywall, a finish wall sealing strip for sealing and aligning the finish wall, and a tub edge securing strip for receiving the edge of the tub. Miter cut corners and silicone sealants enhance the flange's moisture barrier properties.
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