Does the niche come waterproofed?

Yes. The board is fully waterproof and vapor-tight, with sealed inside corners and a Kerdi-Band frame to seal the seams to the surrounding wall.

What stud spacing does it need?

It fastens to studs at 16 inches on center. Wider spacing needs additional studs added to meet that requirement.

Does it work with other waterproofing systems?

It is designed to integrate with Kerdi and Kerdi-Board shower assemblies, so it fits best in a Schluter build-up.

The niche, a waterproof Kerdi-Band frame, and screws and washers for fastening to the framing. The two larger sizes had included a shelf, which Schluter is discontinuing.

Where should it go in the shower?

A common spot is the wall opposite the shower head, kept within reach and clear of the spray. Check the size against the bottles and items you plan to store.

Which size should I pick?

Choose by what you store: 12 x 6 in for soap and small bottles, 12 x 12 in for a general shelf, and 12 x 20 in or 12 x 28 in for larger bottles and multiple items.

Where is the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN cheapest?

At Contractors Direct, for $76.23, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN?

Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.

Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN

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Last seen at $76.23 at Contractors Direct on Nov 11.

Our take on the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN

The Schluter Kerdi-Board-SN is a prefabricated shower niche made of 1/2-inch Kerdi-Board, sealed at the corners and shipped with a Kerdi-Band frame, screws and washers. It drops into a framed opening and bonds directly into a Kerdi or Kerdi-Board shower assembly, so the waterproofing is built in rather than built up on site. That makes it faster and more predictable than a site-built niche lined with membrane, and it competes with foam niches from other waterproofing brands that work the same way. It suits remodelers and DIY tilers already using the Schluter system; the discontinued shelf on the two larger sizes is the main complaint owners raised.

Best forTilers and remodelers already using Kerdi or Kerdi-BoardDIYers who want factory-sealed waterproofingBathrooms where a site-built membrane niche is too slowShowers needing a recessed shelf for bottles and soap

Pros

Fully waterproof and vapor-tight out of the box
Sealed inside corners and a Kerdi-Band frame for the seams
Screws and washers included for fastening to studs
Bonds directly into Kerdi and Kerdi-Board assemblies
Four sizes from 12 x 6 in up to 12 x 28 in

Cons

Shelf on the two larger sizes was bulky and often discarded, so Schluter is dropping it
Requires 16-inch stud spacing or added framing
Only works cleanly with the Schluter waterproofing system
Tile-ready board, not a finished shelf on its own

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What reviewers say

Owners and installers describe the niche as a fast, reliable way to get a waterproof recess, and most praise how cleanly it ties into Kerdi assemblies. The recurring complaint is the prefabricated shelf on the larger sizes, which many found bulky and removed.

What people mention

InstallationPraisedInstallers say it goes in fast and seals into the wall assembly without fuss.
WaterproofingPraisedOwners report the sealed corners and band frame keep the recess dry.
Included shelfCriticisedBuyers of the larger sizes call the shelf bulky and often discard or replace it.
FramingMixedIt needs 16-inch stud spacing, so some walls need extra studs before it fits.
BuildPraisedThe 1/2-inch Kerdi-Board is described as rigid and easy to tile over.

About the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN

The Schluter KERDI-BOARD-SN is a prefabricated shower niche. It is fully waterproof and vapor-tight, and it has sealed inside corners. It integrates with KERDI and KERDI-BOARD shower assemblies.

The niche is made of 1/2" thick KERDI-BOARD. Every size comes with a waterproof KERDI-BAND frame to seal the seams, plus screws and washers for fastening it to stud framing.

Install it between wall studs for proper support and stability. KERDI-BOARD requires 16" (40 cm) stud spacing, so wider spacing needs additional studs. The prefabricated KERDI-BOARD shelf that came with the two larger niches is being discontinued.

Material: 1/2" thick KERDI-BOARD
Sizes: 12" x 6" (30 x 15 cm), 12" x 12" (30 x 30 cm), 12" x 20" (30 x 51 cm), 12" x 28" (30 x 71 cm)
Waterproofing: Fully waterproof and vapor-tight, with sealed inside corners
Seam sealing: Waterproof KERDI-BAND frame included with all sizes
Fasteners: Screws and washers for stud framing included
Stud spacing: 16" (40 cm); wider spacing needs additional studs
Compatibility: KERDI and KERDI-BOARD shower assemblies

Questions and answers

Does the niche come waterproofed?: Yes. The board is fully waterproof and vapor-tight, with sealed inside corners and a Kerdi-Band frame to seal the seams to the surrounding wall.
What stud spacing does it need?: It fastens to studs at 16 inches on center. Wider spacing needs additional studs added to meet that requirement.
Does it work with other waterproofing systems?: It is designed to integrate with Kerdi and Kerdi-Board shower assemblies, so it fits best in a Schluter build-up.
What is in the box?: The niche, a waterproof Kerdi-Band frame, and screws and washers for fastening to the framing. The two larger sizes had included a shelf, which Schluter is discontinuing.
Where should it go in the shower?: A common spot is the wall opposite the shower head, kept within reach and clear of the spray. Check the size against the bottles and items you plan to store.
Which size should I pick?: Choose by what you store: 12 x 6 in for soap and small bottles, 12 x 12 in for a general shelf, and 12 x 20 in or 12 x 28 in for larger bottles and multiple items.
Where is the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN cheapest?: At Contractors Direct, for $76.23, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Schluter Niche Kerdi-Board-SN?: Rated 5 out of 5 from 1 ratings.