Innovis Better Bench Pre-formed Floating Shower Bench
Product Details
Innovis Better-Bench Pre-Formed Floating Shower Bench
The Better-Bench is quick and easy to install, replacing other more complex DIY methods. These fully independent units can be mounted to most vertical surfaces quickly and easily, saving the tile installer valuable time. What once took hours can now be done in about 30 minutes!
Features
- Benches are engineered for a 400 lbs. load capacity
- Can be mounted to most vertical surfaces quickly and efficiently, saving the installer valuable time
- Self-supporting, one piece frame is easy to install with supplied fasteners requiring no additional waterproofing
- Use in wet or dry locations; mount over any U.B.C. approved substrate material
- Better-Bench is constructed of alloyed aluminum which will not rust and is germ-resistant
- All benches include hollow wall anchors and wood screws
- BB-30; 3" x 21.5" x 21.5" x 30" triangular bench
- BB-24; 3" x 17" x 17" x 24" triangular bench
- BB-26R; 3" x 14.5" x 19" to 32" adjustable rectangular bench
- BB-ADJR; 3" x 14" x 33.5" to 62" adjustable rectangular bench
- Support required if BB-ADJR spread exceeds 36"
- Invisabolts Option (Sold Separately)
- BT-17S Mid point corbel support for BB-ADJR
- Invisabolt system allows bench to appear free floating
- 2 Invisabolts per package 2 inch washers included with bolts
- Invisabolt size: 3/4" x 17-1/2"
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\32 questions
When mounting the better bench in a tiled shower stall, should the underside of the better bench be tiled exactly like the top and sides or left untiled?
by Jay 7/18/2015 2:20:48 pm
Normally the underside of the Better Bench is not tiled. If you do tile the underside of the Better Bench a special thin-set will be required to bond to the metal.
We didn't have enough room for the BB-30 seat, so we installed the BB-24 seat, but it is too little. Is it possible to build out the BB-24 from 17" x 17" x 24 to 18" x 18" x 25 1/2 by adding tile on top of the existing tile?
by Julie 8/21/2015 12:38:53 am
This installation may work however you would void any warranty by Innovis. You are also potentially going to have issues with the tile as it may not adhere properly causing them to break and or come loose
When installing the BB-ADJR at a length of 48" with walls supporting the unit on each side (and back), what spacing should the invisabolts be positioned at? I would assume with the bench being supported at the walls you would want the two bolts closer to the center?
by Dave 4/2/2016 9:29:03 am
INVABOLTS should be mounted in the three holes closest to the center of the unit when installing the BB-ADJR at a length of 48'' with three walls supporting the bench.
Can the BB-ADJR seat be installed into a two wall corner, no third wall, and with two Invabolts for support? The bench will be extended to 45 inches.
by Alessandro Paoletto 4/25/2016 11:16:53 am
Yes, you can either use two INVISABOLTs or one BT-17S to install the BB-ADJR in a two-wall corner.
Can the BB-ADJR bench be cut shorter than 33-1/2"?
by Jim Reed 4/28/2016 2:36:44 pm
Yes, the BB-ADJR can be cut down to a smaller size. Innovis suggests cutting off an equal length from both pieces of the unit using either a circular saw and metal blade or a pair of aviation snips.
26 reviews
Easy to install
by Do it yourselfer -
Easy to install and is load bearing as described.
high quality
by x-tall tile guy -
easy install, if you plan ahead and add blocking between wall studs.
Better Bench
by thatlittleangel -
This bench is so much easier to install than the typical shower bench. We are very pleased with the outcome of this product, and it holds more than twice the weight as the standard "build it yourself" shower bench. A definite recommend!
" Easy and looks great"
by Tileman1 -
I have used these benches several times, and my customers love them.
"Great" Bench
by Roach -
The Better-Bench is my favorite style of shower bench. I like the openness underneath. It leaves a clean stylish look to any shower. Can even be used after tile has already been installed! End result is very sturdy and WILL hold it's weight.
Better Bench
by Tile Guy -
This is a great product. I have been using it for years in custom shower installations, and customers love it. It is very easy to install (takes maybe an hour, max, including mixing your deck mud). It's easy to sell. Keep a picture in your portfolio to show. Everyone wants it. It sells itself. I have never done a custom shower without one.