Tile Niche & Nook Installation
Built-in shower niches, recessed shelving, and tile nooks with waterproof construction and clean, finished edges.
Shower niches are the number one source of shower leaks when installed incorrectly. Cutting into a waterproofed wall, framing a box, and tiling it requires maintaining the waterproof envelope at every edge and corner — something most contractors shortcut by caulking and hoping for the best. We build niches with waterproof membrane fully integrated into the surrounding wall system, sloped sills for drainage, and Schluter trim or mitered tile edges for a clean finish. We install single niches, double-stacked niches, horizontal niches, and full wall recessed shelving. The key is waterproofing the niche as part of the wall system, not as an afterthought.
Bama Shower Pro provides expert tile niche & nook installation throughout Birmingham, Alabama and the surrounding region. Our team delivers quality craftsmanship backed by proper waterproofing techniques and precision tile work on every project.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How big should a shower niche be?
- Standard shower niches are 12x24 inches — sized to fit between studs. We also build custom-sized niches, double-stacked niches, and horizontal niches that span multiple stud bays with proper header framing.
- Do shower niches leak?
- They do when installed incorrectly — which is common. Our niches are fully waterproofed with membrane integrated into the surrounding wall system, with sloped sills to prevent water from sitting inside the niche.
- Can you add a niche to an existing shower?
- Yes, but it requires cutting into the finished shower wall, which means reintegrating the waterproofing. In most cases, it's more cost-effective to add niches during a shower remodel rather than retrofitting.
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Bama Shower Pro offers free estimates on all tile installation and shower remodeling services. Expert craftsmanship, proper waterproofing, and precision tile work — every project.