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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 s

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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[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A flange useful for sealing and securing a bathtub to a wall, the bathtub having a horizontal deck extending downward into a vertical edge, the wall having wall studs overlaid with drywall, which in turn is covered with tile adhesive and ceramic tiles, a plastic wall surr

[ What is claimed is:] [1.] A flange useful for sealing and securing a bathtub to a wall, the bathtub having a horizontal deck extending downward into a vertical edge, the wall having wall studs overlaid with drywall, which in turn is covered with tile adhesive and ceramic tiles, a plastic wall surround, or other finish wall, wherein said bathtub sealing and securing flange comprises:means for securing the flange to the wall studs;means for sealing the tub deck to the finish wall flexibly connected to said flange securing means;means for sealing the drywall flexibly connected to said deck sealing means; andmeans for securing the tub edge to said flange securing means.