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  "name": "How long does the bathroom waterproofing process take before tile can be installed?",
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      "name": "How long does the bathroom waterproofing process take before tile can be installed?",
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        "text": "Full bathroom waterproofing typically takes two to four days to prepare and install, depending on the shower footprint and the chosen system. Surface preparation—such as hanging cement board, sealing seams, and taping joints—usually takes one full day. Applying a liquid membrane requires multiple coats, each needing 12 to 24 hours to cure properly before tiling. Sheet membranes install faster but require thin-set mortar to set. Most building standards also call for a 24-hour flood test on the shower pan before tile installation begins to verify there are zero hidden leaks.",
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        "description": "Waterproofing generally takes two to four days, including surface preparation, membrane application, cure time, and a standard 24-hour shower pan flood test."
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  "description": "Waterproofing generally takes two to four days, including surface preparation, membrane application, cure time, and a standard 24-hour shower pan flood test."
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