Shower bench is too short
Hi,
I purchased a solid (not floating) Kerdi bench that is 47.6” but we want the shower to be ~60” wide. The attached inspiration Houzz photo has an identical layout but is much bigger than our bathroom. We are thinking of putting a half wall between the shower and tub for easy access to a towel heater. I was going to position the bench along the back wall like the photo, moving it to the right to make it flush with the half wall since (unlike the photo) a gap between a bench to a solid wall would probably look odd. The ~10” gap would be hidden on the left side because of the vanity wall. Instead of having a box, we’re planning to cut the corner of the shower for the door at a 45 deg angle so there wouldn’t be enough space to put the 4’ bench along the half wall.
Does anyone have other ideas of what to do besides modifying the bench? I appreciate any ideas!
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Comments (6)LOL - I'm so sorry Karyn. But I'm thrilled you can modify and customize your benches for yourself. You'll have a customized gardening area for yourself! I'm almost 5' 11" - I used a standard kitchen sink cabinet in my bathroom instead of the lower bathroom vanities because I said I'm tired of stooping! (grin) The plumber complained about how high my shower heads were. He said he had to stand on a step ladder to do the plumbing because they're both so high. (grin) I said I'm not stooping any more! My house has been modified for tall people. (grin)...See Morealcove tub too short
Comments (10)My current tub is a drop in, so it's a little bit different. The tile is just under the lip of the tub. I am very pleased with the result. It's a nice place to set things and I like the look. My previous tub was a standard cast iron tub and the tile ledge was originally just a little bit taller than the tub itself. They used what I think was bullnose tile to provide a gentle curve from the tile down to the tub. The tile basically was flat and then had a curved edge that was deep enough to go over the lip of the tub. (I'm not positive "bullnose" is the right term.) You could also have the ledge and then a small floating shelf higher up where it would not interfere with bathing, but would allow a high shelf for access during showers....See MoreNeed short quote or saying for shower - need ideas, please.
Comments (23)"And all the air is filled with pleasant noise of waters" "Resolution and Independence", Henry Wordsworth "In sweet water there is a pleasure ungrudged by anyone." Ovid, 13 A.D. "If there is magic on this planet, it is contained in water." Loran Eisley (Anthropologist), The Immense Journey, 1957 In one drop of water are found all the secrets of all the oceans. -- Kahlil Gibran The dream of my life is to lie down by a slow river and stare at the light in the trees ~ to learn something by being nothing -- Mary Oliver, from "Entering the Kingdom" And if the earth has forgotten you Say to the still earth: I am flowing. To the rushing waters say: I am. --Rilke, from Sonnets to Orpheus Let the rain kiss you. Let the rain beat upon your headwith silver liquid drops. Let the rain sing you a lullaby. - Langston Hughes, April Rain Song, 1902 - 1967 Everywhere water is a thing of beauty gleaming in the dewdrop, singing in the summer rain. - John Ballantine Gough I came where the river Ran over stones; My ears knew An early joy. And all the waters Of all the streams Sang in my veins That summer day. - Theodore Roethke, The Waking, 1948 When you hear the splash Of the water drops that fall Into the stone bowl You will feel that all the dust Of your mind is washed away. - Sen-No-Rikyu The sound of the water says what I think. - Chuang Tzu "I'm singing in the rain, just singing in the rain; What a wonderful feeling, I'm happy again." Arthur Freed This is fun. I love the idea. What do you think of these?...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 Morestephtongva
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last yearI did built-in tile benches topped with quartz in my previous house, when I remodeled 3 bathrooms. They look nice and are ok to sit on, but they are so hard and cold.
We built a house this past year and I went with large enough showers to allow space for free-standing teak benches.
I ordered one from DecoTeak to try out. Really like the design, more ergonomic for human bottoms, doesn't feel cold when used and is very solid/sturdy with adjustable feet. I will be ordering 2 more for the other showers. They have the lighter teak color too and many styles, sizes and heights. The one I got is 30" wide.
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