can new cultured marble panels be installed over existing marble
panels in my shower? or would it be best to remove the old marble, old
wallboard and start over with new wallboard ? I would to have a
finished shower that will stand the test of time......THANKS

Hi 34ford,

Thank you for an interesting question.

Re: How to install cultured marble shower panels
http://www.terrylove.com/wwwboard/messages/3033.html

Question:
Hi, I need to replace the cultured marble panels in our shower, one
has a hairline crack. I've installed tile before so I'm going to try
this. I think the biggest challange will be to get the existing marble
out without destroying the walls completely. Any tips, both on
removing and installing.
 

Answer:
I always cut out and remove the existing walls and install new backer
board. This gives you a chance to inspect the wood behind the walls,
and gives a new surface for the "glue" that holds the new panels. For
cultured marble, you will want to use greenboard.

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Bob Vila Installing Cultured Marble walls (Video with Sound)
http://bathrooms.bobvila.com/Video/474.html

Bob installs cultured marble panels in a bathroom with Jack Miklaus.
Jack demonstrates fabrication and installation techniques.

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Do It Yourself.com - Long Lasting Shower Wall
http://doityourself.com/baths/longlastingshowerwall.htm

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Re: Installing cultured marble shower walls
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Cultured Marble - Goodbye Grout, Hello Happiness! By Tim Carter 
http://www.askthebuilder.com/218_Cultured_Marble_-_Goodbye_Grout_Hello_Happiness_.shtml

"Installation of cultured marble tub and shower surrounds is really
simple. The process goes quickly if the wall surfaces are plumb,
square, and flat. The walls behind the cultured marble should be flat
white. Colored drywall or gray cement board can show through some
light colored marble products. Dry fit each piece to make sure they
are sized correctly. Remove dust from the back of each piece with
rubbing alcohol before you apply clear 100 percent clear silicone
caulk adhesive.

I prefer to start my installations with the piece that goes on the
wall I face as I enter the tub or shower. If you install the side wall
pieces first, your cuts on the final piece have to be perfect. That
can be tough for a beginner. Caulk all seams with a colored 100
percent silicone caulk that will closely match the cultured marble."

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Cultured Marble Vanity Tops/Wall Panels Information
http://haydenhomes.com/service.maintguide/22.phtml

The beauty of your cultured marble can be easily maintained if you
follow these suggestions:

1.  Before use, give your cultured marble a coat of automotive paste
wax, using a clean applicator and buffing cloth. Later, if the luster
seems to be fading, it is time for another coat of car wax.
2.  Never use abrasive cleaners (i.e., Softscrub, Comet, Ajax, etc.)
to clean cultured marble.
3.  Use a non-abrasive cleaner, such as Windex or Foaming Cleanser, or
even a wet wash cloth with soap on it, to remove soap build-up,
toothpaste, etc. Cleansers specifically for cultured marble are widely
available.

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Best regards,
tlspiegel

thanks for a fast and great answer,I have NEVER used any sites to deal
with strangers on line, a good expiernce,thank again.

Hi 34ford,,

Thank you for the nice rating and comments.  I must admit the question
intrigued me and I was delighted to find some answers for you.

Happy New Year,
tlspiegel