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   Scooter1 | Jul 25, 2002 04:58am | #1

   Schulter has the exact product, pre-made for you. It is magnetic.

   http://www.schluter.com/english/products/2002/sectionb/overview-b/section-b.html

   Regards,

   Boris

   "Sir, I may be drunk, but you're crazy, and I'll be sober tomorrow" -- WC Fields, "Its a Gift" 1927

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   jet | Jul 25, 2002 05:49am | #2

   Good idea from Boris. Depending on the color of the grout, you could use silicone instead of grout for the panel edge. This would allow for easy access as you would only need to cut the silicone to allow the panel to be removed.

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   Rarebreed | Jul 25, 2002 12:41pm | #3

   We frame the access panel into the tub surround and mount magnetic "push" latches, like you see on stereo cabinets, to the panel. The tile installer cuts the tile backer to fit on the panel and covers it with tile. Instead of grouting those tiles, we use sanded caulk that matches the grout color. When access is needed, you cut the caulk, push on the panel, it will pop forward and can then be pried out. TCW Specialists in Custom Remodeling.

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   jet | Jul 25, 2002 11:17pm | #4

   I would have never thought to put sand in the grout to get the right texture. Next time I need to do such an application I'll try it.  Thanks

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   user-438708 | Jul 26, 2002 12:00am | #5

   Tim, that sounds like the way to go, thanks for the help.