shower bench thats NOT teak
ghost 12
7 years ago
Featured Answer
Sort by:Oldest
Comments (13)
homepro01
7 years agoRelated Discussions
Bench Placement in Steam Shower
Comments (2)Hi Jo Ann, I just had a shower finished with a 14' deep bench. Plenty of room for me to stand on it while cleaning the walls :) I just can't imagine one reason why I'd sit on it..... Anyway, the advice I was given about a corner bench was to keep the construction closed vice open under the bench because it would be a mildew nook. I hope I explained that right. I have pictures posted of the shower bench on this forum, just search on my user name, it's labeled marble and subway tile shower pics or something like that. Maybe it will help you to have a visual of the depth. Good luck!...See Moreacrylic shower or tile shower, Bench or not?
Comments (14)acrylic showers have thier place if you can live with it, it will be cheapest route. they do atleast dry out between showers, can be easily serviced. the only downfall of them is the wasted/lost space. In a average 32 acrylic the actual room inside is more like 28 1/2" and thats anywhere there is no shelf or handle, you loose another 9 inches in each corner, thats where they need the most support (for shipping) I am continuously asked about this question by my clients. Here is my opinion and why. I suggest the use of a poured cultured marble pan. we do the others but this is why. I do not like the way that the drain attaches to the liners in a wet-bed, I have been called back to 3 showers in the last 5 years where they have began to leak. none of the 3 were my fault, but all 3 had to have the floors removed, and rebuilt. all 3 was from the plumbers flange, 3 different plumbers were used by the homeowners. 2 leaked because the seal gave up on its own over time,(obviously they were not tight enough) plumbers had to pay me to redo. the 3rd I was paid by homeowner, because he admitted to plumber to using a toilet plunger to try and unclog the drain, that was full of hair. In doing so he blew out the seal, when the clog would not move. but there are more reasons than that. I have repeatedly been called in to redo showers here in the south (NC)because of mildew/mold. if you live in humid states rubber liners with wetbed is just not smart. it is just that a wetbed. Anyone can say what they want, seal it every year, or not the floor of a tile shower takes days/weeks to dry out after a shower. this combined with the fact that the floor and every wall contracts with temperature guarantees you that in a tile shower the corners Will crack no matter how small. relevent to leakage, no thats why the walls are sealed before the tile, it is enevitable that water will enter behind the tile in some small amounts. and move down to the pan. True they make caulking in every color that they make grout in, and should absolutly be used. but this does not take away from he fact that there is no possible way to keep water from getting under the tile level on a tile bottom shower floor. liners are not there incase the tile fails, its a working part of the shower system. and in this system (the cracks around the corners) there is an eco-system that is perfect for mold and mildew to survive, and spore out into the rest of your home continuously. cultured marble bases removes this continuous dampness, as well as having a standard flange that can be easily changed/worked on in case of any cause. Cultured marble pans are flanged on top, come in stardard sizes up to 4x5 feet, then you could build a bench all the way around the outside of that for a party shower. If you use cultured walls as well, corners are siliconed in, as well as a second sealed corner trim strip. so leakage is an impossibility, so is moisture retention. Recesses, and shelving no problem, even adding them later. smooth single no seamed surfaces are easy to clean and no maintainance. I make money if I do the tile, when I do bathroom remodels, I use outside contractor if they want the cultured marble and I make nothing for that. Facts are facts, I want my clients to get what they want, and what they need is info to make thier own decisions. Other people have said clean and dry your shower after use, I say what are they thinking. I want a VERY low maintainance place to get clean, not a place where I have to do maintainance every night, I wont dry me and the shower after every use. There is still the water in the cracks that you simply cannot get to to dry, along the bottom of the wall to floor seam. if you use the cultured marble base , and tile walls, you will have no worries as well, the possible problem is in the tile floor base....See Moreone or two shower heads? shower bench or corner seat?
Comments (7)A shower bench is a no brainer. The shower bench makes using the shower more enjoyable and does add to any romantic encounters you may have. If you have a wife like mine you better add two shower heads because mine steals all the water. I have a collection of shower bench photos that I show my clients to help pick a style. The shower bench detail can affect the placement of the drain so its wise to plan the build completely before picking or roughing in the drain. SHOWER BENCH DESING IDEAS - 150+ PICTURES another good source of info is here SHOW ME YOUR SHOWER BENCH AND HOW YOU USE IT...See MoreDeep soaker tub needed (that's also used for showering)
Comments (12)MTI offers two 60" tubs with extra long basin bottoms. The beauty of most any MTI tub is that they also offer a slotted custom overflow that is about 2" higher so you get a deep soak in a tub that's not cavernously deep. In our case, my 6'2" husband needed something long for his hot-cold soaks because he's a long distance runner. But shorty me didn't want anything too deep to climb out of, especially since we are both 60-ish. Our tub, called the Andrea 2, has a 46" basin but is a trifle pricy. One of their standard tubs is similarly sized with a 43" bottom. Both would look great with a shower over. We undermounted for extra ease of getting in and out. Highly recommend MTI because they are super easy to work with, US made, employee-owned, and totally customer-centric. We've been using our tub for about 3 weeks now, and just love it. Good luck....See Moresheloveslayouts
7 years agoroarah
7 years agopalimpsest
7 years agoMichael Lamb
7 years agosheloveslayouts
7 years agoMint tile Minneapolis
7 years agolast modified: 7 years agoenduring
7 years agoontariomom
7 years agoontariomom
7 years agoOlychick
7 years agoMDLN
7 years ago
Related Stories
BEFORE AND AFTERSBefore and After: 6 Bathrooms That Said Goodbye to the Tub
Sleek showers replaced tub-shower combos in these bathroom remodels. Could this be an option for you?
Full StoryGARDENING AND LANDSCAPINGWhat to Know Before You Buy Teak Outdoor Furniture
Learn about finishes, weathering, care and that age-old oil debate to get the teak furnishings that suit you best
Full StoryBATHROOM DESIGNBathroom Safety Features That Support Your Style
'Safety first' doesn't mean style comes in second with bathroom grab bars, shower seats and more designed for the modern home
Full StoryCONTEMPORARY HOMESHouzz Tour: A Minimalist Home That’s Family-Friendly Too
Warm textures, soft places to land and lots of storage meld a New England couple’s style with family life
Full StoryBATHROOM DESIGNYour Shower: Make Room for the Bench
See How a Place to Sit Turns a Shower Into a Spa
Full StoryBATHROOM DESIGNOutfit Your Shower With the Right Bench for You
Whether you want a simple perch or a massive seat in your shower, our guide can help
Full StoryBATHROOM DESIGNHow to Settle on a Shower Bench
We help a Houzz user ask all the right questions for designing a stylish, practical and safe shower bench
Full StoryLIFEThat’s a Talker: 10 Stories You Had Lots to Say About This Year
The world’s ugliest color, tubs vs. showers, and TVs over fireplaces had readers talking in 2016. Tell us what you think
Full StoryBATHROOM DESIGNHow to Pick a Shower Niche That's Not Stuck in a Rut
Forget "standard." When you're designing a niche, the shelves and spacing have to work for your individual needs
Full StoryMOST POPULARPhoto Flip: 50 Showers That Create a Splash
Find fresh inspiration in these bathrooms with mosaic and large-format tiles, pebble flooring and more
Full Story
Creative Ceramic & Marble/ Bill Vincent