Laticrete Hydro Ban Shower Wall Niche
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Laticrete Hydro Ban Shower Wall NicheFeatures
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Common Questions
Should shower niches be vertical or horizontal?
Horizontal shower niches are wider than they are tall, generally better for larger showers. Vertical shower niches are taller than they are wide and are a great fit for smaller showers. Vertical also works well for large showers. You can just extend the niche up the wall further and add some shelving for functionality.
What is the best size for a shower niche?
A popular standard shower niche size is 12″ wide x 28″ high x 3-1/2″ deep. The second most popular size is their 12″ x 12″ niche.
4 questions
I've installed my Laticrete Hydro Ban Wall niche in my backerboard. It's sealed in place and ready to tile. Can I use the same thin set mortar I am using on the backerboard or should I use a mastic to adhere the tiles to the niche?
by Peter Gelzinis 7/22/2015 12:27:10 pm
Use the same thinset as the rest of the shower. It is best not to use mastic in a shower. With the heat and steam of the shower the mastic never fully sets.
How do I waterproof a large shower floor that's 8 X 12 foot?
by Terry adkins 1/15/2016 12:26:22 am
You can use many methods to waterproof a shower floor such as Chloraloy rubber membrane one of the newer popular methods is using a roll on waterproofing membrane such as Laticrete Hydroban
Does this have a built in angle so that shower water won't collect in the niche?
by Alexa deising 2/13/2017 4:24:55 pm
Laticrete has confirmed that these niches do not come with presloped shelves. You or the installer will need to manually slope the tile according to ANSI guidelines.
Does the 8"x12" & 8"x6" narrow combo Niche have a shelf that you can use in product?
by Patricia 3/14/2017 9:44:55 am
There is no specific 'floating shelf' available from Laticrete for these niches. It may be easiest to buy two niches and cut them to your preferred arrangement. You can cut these easily with a fresh blade. Just be sure to apply Hydro Ban Liquid Waterproof Membrane to any cuts or punctures to the niche.
6 reviews
Excellent Product
by Nest Interior Decor
I have used the laticrete narrow niche product in several applications, most recently in a master bathroom remodel where we wanted the shower niche to be clean and discreet. We ended up stacking two of the narrow niches vertically above the side wall of the shower bench and they look fantastic-almost like a pillar and provide just the right amount of storage for a two person space.
Does exactly what it is supposed to do
by Grant B.
I will admit when I took it out of the box we chuckled as it is a piece of foam with waterproofing painted on. It did exactly what it was supposed to do much easier and quicker than building in your shampoo niche. Fits nicely in between the studs and easy to make it flush with surrounding board. Fits a few shampoo bottles and the smaller shelf fits razors and soap bars. I will definitely use again.
It is what I thought it would be
by tile the earth
This is a great idea. It fit between the studs perfectly and easy to handle and work with. Laying the tile was very easy and looks great. I Put 3 of these in a remodeled shower and they save space. I always used those wire things that took up space and always needed to be replaced when they rusted. I now reorder 6 at a time so I always have them readily available.
Niche quality
by James
I have been using this product for many years. The quality and ease of installation is terrific. Makes the job go so quickly Vs. building one out of cement board. I can not count the number of niche's I have installed using Laticrete and never have had a problem. People at Contractor Direct have always been very fair and I have always been pleased with their advice.
Excellent Service
by Calvin Puttbrese -
Excellent products and timely shipping. Thanks!
Tried and true shower wall niches
by Anderson Remodeling
Tried and true shower wall niches