Page 1 Page 2 Page 3 Page 4 Page 5 Page 6 Page 7 Page 8 Page 9 Page 10 Page 11 Page 12 Page 13 Page 14 Page 15 Page 16 Page 17 Page 18 Page 19 Page 20 Page 21 Page 22 Page 23 Page 24 Page 25 Page 26 Page 27 Page 28 Page 29 Page 30 Page 31 Page 32 Page 33 Page 34 Page 35 Page 36 Page 37 Page 38 Page 39 Page 40 Page 41 Page 42 Page 43 Page 44 Page 45 Page 46 Page 47 Page 48 Page 49 Page 50 Page 51 Page 52 Page 53 Page 54 Page 55 Page 56 Page 57 Page 58 Page 59 Page 60 Page 61 Page 62 Page 63 Page 64 Page 65 Page 66 Page 67 Page 68 Page 69 Page 70 Page 71 Page 72 Page 73 Page 74 Page 75 Page 76 Page 77 Page 78 Page 79 Page 80 Page 81 Page 82 Page 83 Page 8456 2016 | TECH risk of failure: often they just prove too thin, prone to pinholes and vul- nerable to slightest substrate move- ment – or traffic – prior to setting tile. SHOWER SYSTEMS PRODUCTS––– Designer Drains are “jewelry for your shower:” unique decorative replacement shower drains made in the USA from reclaimed 304 stainless steel. They will never rust, fade or tarnish and each drain supports the environment, one shower at a time. There are over 50 designs to choose from – and they also come in bronze, aluminum, steel, brass, copper, chrome, nickel, weathered finishes and stone, perfectly styled to bring a final touch of beautiful décor to the bathroom. These decorative show- er drain replacements support the theme of the bathroom, and range from .06” to 1.00” or can be custom sized to fit any brand and size. Also available is the patented Oval style drain, which is made of nickel-plated bronze and then polished for a bril- liant finish. www.designerdrains.com The USG Durock™ Brand Shower System is a fully-bonded waterproof- ing system for tiled shower installa- tions designed to control moisture independently of the tile covering, while creating a solid base for a long- lasting shower. Ideal for both new construction and repair or remod- el projects, the USG Durock Brand Shower System is more adaptable to job-site conditions, is barrier-free and offers many grate options and supe- rior grate finishes – allowing home- owners to choose a style that fits their bathroom aesthetics. Also offered is an optional proprietary custom tray program. This allows for an unlimited number of shower configurations by using optional benches and niches that deliver added flexibility, making it possible to create a more customized shower. This program is exclusive to USG. www.usg.com Mark E. Industries claims its Goof Proof Tile Ready Corner Shelf is so easy to install, a six-year old can do it. Made of sturdy PVC and with a patented mounting system (Retro Shelf Mounting System), this shelf is installed in less than five minutes. Install and tile with your choice of coverings: porcelain and ceramic tile, stone, granite, slate or any other dura- ble, water-tolerant material. It is attrac- tive, functional and sturdy enough to hold up to 100 lbs. The Goof Proof Tile Ready Corner Shelf comes com- plete with template, including adhesive stickers, mounting rails and adhesive, tile-ready shelf and silicone adhesive. www.markeindustries.com Schluter®-Systems speeds the pro- cess of completely waterproofing a shower area prior to tile installation with a series of new shower compo- nents. All Schluter pre-formed shower benches and curbs are now construct- edwithwaterproof,lightweightKERDI- BOARD building panels, so additional waterproofing of these elements is no longer required. All seams are com- pletely sealed so these load-bearing components can be quickly and easily installed using thin-set mortar, with a strip of waterproof membrane to be applied where the elements meet floors and walls. KERDI-BOARD panels are dimensionally stable, making the material an ideal substrate for tile. www.schluter.com Tile Redi® introduces WonderFall Trench™ shower pans to market. These unique products feature an Infinity Shower Floor™ which show- cases a beautifully-tiled shower floor installation. WonderFall Trench pre- formed, one-piece, tileable shower bases include an integrated linear trench drain that, when tiled, offers a slot drain right against the shower wall. Designer WonderFall Trench™ shower pans offers many shower design options, including 25 in-stock popular models, a Plank Pitch™ shower pan floor which accommo- dates any size tile, molded-in linear trench drain and a tile-able linear drain top, which accepts tile and stone in any size from a one-slab to 1/2” tile sheets. All leak-proof pans are fully integrated with drain, pitch, curb(s) and splash walls, and listed by UL to comply with all plumbing Shower Systems