10 Best-Rated Shower Kits of 2024 to Upgrade Your Bathroom

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This alcove kit features an integrated seat, which can be easily positioned on either side or removed altogether from the shower layout.

The recessed shelves also create a spacious overall feel, and the 36-inch depth allows even more room to move around. We’re also fans of the composite finish, providing the durability of acrylic at a lighter weight. That makes installation that much easier.

• Light-weight material
• Integrated shower seat
• Generous storage space

• More expensive than other shower kits

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If you’re looking for a 34-in. x 36-in.center-drain shower kit, this Sterling model could be the perfect fit. Its modular design and lightweight composite construction should be relatively simple for one person to install, mounted directly to your existing studs.

• Affordable
• Small-space friendly

• Buyers note some difficulties with instillation

What to Consider When Buying Shower Kits

Whether you’re designing a bathroom from scratch or remodeling, consider a shower kit. These convenient bundles typically consist of several pieces that make up the shower walls, as well as other optional components like shower stall doors, shelving and framing.

The variety of options and styles allows you to customize a kit to your specific needs and specifications. We consulted a shower kit expert, Nick Yahoodain, CEO of Advanced Builders and Contractors, to explain what a shower kit is, as well as important things to consider when purchasing one.

• Size: Yahoodain says to make sure the kit you’re considering fits inside your allotted space and complies with any local building codes.
• Material: Fiberglass, acrylic and composite all have their pros and cons, so choose the one that’s best for you and your budget.
• Pieces: While one-piece units are easier to install once they’re in place, two- or three-piece kits can be easier to maneuver through doorways and into your bathroom.
• Accessories and storage: Think about what components would be most useful for you—things like the type of shower doors, shelving, niches and seating options.
• Maintenance: Keep in mind how often your shower is used, by whom, and how easy or difficult the shower walls will be to keep clean.

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