Bathroom · Shower Build
Shower Niche 12×24
Width 12″Depth 3.5″Height 24″Shape rectangle
Overview
A 12 by 24 inch shower niche is a tall, recessed shelf built into the shower wall for shampoo and soap. It keeps bottles off the floor and out of the way, and its vertical shape suits tall bottles or a stacked shelf.
Sizing & placement
The opening is 12 inches wide and 24 inches tall, recessed 3.5 inches into the wall, the depth of a standard stud bay. Its sill sits 44 inches above the floor by default, which you can change. The 12-inch width fits between studs on typical 16-inch spacing.
Where it works
Tiled showers and tub-shower combos in bathrooms; suits modern and spa-style tile work.
Specifications
| Width | 12 in |
|---|---|
| Depth | 3.5 in |
| Height | 24 in |
| Shape | rectangle |
| Size class | small |
| Room types | bathroom |
| Default color | #EDEAE4 |
Configurable options
- Color — any hex value
- Style variants available
Frequently asked questions
- What are the dimensions of the 12 by 24 niche?
- It is 12 inches wide, 24 inches tall, and 3.5 inches deep, with its sill 44 inches above the floor by default.
- Which wall should the niche go on?
- Usually an interior wall that is not in the direct spray, so bottles stay easy to reach and the recess avoids an insulated outside wall.
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