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If you are planning on remodeling your bathroom, a walk-in shower may be on your to-do-list. Today, walk-in showers can have many custom features that help make this intimate space in your home more personalized. One of the features that all showers need is a place to store soap, gels, creams, and personal hygiene products. Niches are ideal for this, and the following guide will help you choose the right one for your new shower design.
Recessed Custom Shower Niche Designs—The first option that you will want to consider for the shower niches in your bathroom are custom-built features. These niches can be built into the wall cavities when the shower area is being installed. The features can be any size and shape when you have them custom-built, but custom shower niches can be vulnerable to damage due to water and moisture in the bathroom. Therefore, it is important that they are well-sealed with a rubber membrane before the shower is finished with stone or tile. This is why a lot of remodeling contractors prefer inserts to add niches to walk-in shower designs.
Profile Inserts to Add Niches to Any Shower—There are profile inserts that can also be used to create the custom shower niches you want for your bathroom design. These inserts are made from foam and other synthetic materials, which makes them more resistant to water damage. When the walk-in shower is being built, the niche inserts can be installed, and then, they can be finished with the materials you are using to finish the rest of the shower. Some of the custom shower niche inserts can already be finished and include features like shelves, hooks, and clear, window-like areas. The window spaces are designed for lighting features you may be planning for your bathroom.
Completing Shower Niches with Shelving and Finishes—There are also options for features that can be added inside the niches instead of having a plain recessed niche. You may want to add shelves and other storage solutions to the niche. Some of the shower niche shelving, finishes, and storage solutions that you will want to consider include:
These custom niche shelving and finish ideas will help you personalize the design of your walk-in shower with the features you need.
The right shower features will make the space in your new bathroom more personalized. If you are ready to add details and features to a custom walk-in shower, find a shower niche to complete the design.
Share27 July 2020
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