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Shower niche, or corner shelves?

New to this Bathroom Renovation

3 years ago

I have a walk in stall shower in my primary bath. The shower controls are on the wall that's to your left when you enter the shower, and then you turn and face the wall opposite that.

I am retiling the shower and debating between a a niche a few corner shelves.

If I do a niche, it will be on the wall opposite the door. I don't love that, as then the shampoo, etc, will be in your line of vision as you enter the shower. ALso, niches are trendy now, but maybe not a forever thing!

I could do clear coner shelves instead.

Any recommendations/thoughts?

Also, what keeps water from pooling on the niche shelves, or the corner shelves?

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Sue 430
3 years ago
We got the schluter shelves, they come in different sizes/shapes, they have devorative slits for the water to drain out
millworkman
3 years ago
"Also, what keeps water from pooling on the niche shelves, or the corner shelves? "

Installed with a proper slope.
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Emily
3 years ago
I’m love having a niche as it doesn’t extend out into the shower space. Because I don’t like the look shampoo bottles, soaps, etc., I purchased a matching dispenser set from Amazon. Looks great all of the time now.
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Davie Mac Tile
3 years ago
It depends how big your shower is. I think corner shelves could be a good option if it’s a big shower, the niche is a better option if it’s a small one.
chispa
3 years ago
Another option is shower baskets. Mine are from Kartners. They come in different styles, sizes and finishes. I placed mine on the wing/pony walls, so they are not visible unless you are inside the shower.

https://kartners.com/products.php?subcat=Wire%20Basket

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