62 2018 | TECH Shower Systems ing to the Population Reference Bureau. Accessibility needs are “a significant reason barrier- free showers are expected to continue to increase, meaning the manufacturing of these installation materials will also likely increase.” Barrier-free systems can also stream- line installation, he noted. “While con- ventional systems on the market may require up to four days to install a complete shower sys- tem, new advancements focus on ease of install and will allow tiling to begin within hours,” he added. Sean Gerolimatos, Director of Research and Development, Schluter Systems, said curbless showers have become a very popular design choice for aesthetic rea- sons and to assist homeowners with aging in place or managing reduced mobility. Custom tiled showers can empower homeowners and reflect their needs and desires and curbless options can be practical solutions for aging populations. “One of the challenges when constructing curbless showers is to effectively manage height changes between the bathroom floor and the shower floor,” he said. David Scalise, Founder and President of TileWare, said shower systems are a growing cat- egory. “Consumers love tile and want their days to include a relaxing, spa-like atmosphere,” he said. “This is notably true for baby boomers. From aging-in- place to senior living, baby boomers are fueling the construction of both safe and beautiful tile showers. As shower demand has increased, so has the demand for acces- sibility.” With the need for expanded accessibility, Scalise observed that “the industry needs to enlarge its water- proofing envelope to include grab bars, folding seats, partitions and general accessories.” – Louis Iannoco Arthur Mintie Sean Gerolimatos David Scalise SHOWER PRODUCTS ––––––––––– LATICRETE recently launched Hydro Ban® Quick Cure, a liquid-applied, ready-to-use water- proofing membrane, and Quick Cure Mortar Bed, a pre- blended, polymer-fortified thick bed mortar, to provide what the com- pany claims is the industry’s fastest mortar bed shower system instal- lation. Using Hydro Ban Quick Cure and Quick Cure Mortar Bed in con- junction allows for tiling to begin within hours. Both products are eco- friendly, emitting low VOCs, and com- ponents of the LATICRETE® Lifetime System Warranty provide peace of mind for trouble-free installations. laticrete.com Noble Company has debuted the next generation of enhanced per- formance and versatility in prefabri- cated foam pans and trays. ProBase II incorporates traditional foam core construction combined with a unique honeycomb layer that eliminates any concerns of point loading or impact. ProBase II is currently available in kit form for single-pitch, linear drain applications in both 32” x 60” tub replacement and 64” x 64” sizes. This rugged prefab substrate is easily trimmed to accommodate field con- ditions with simple score-and-snap procedures. A multi-pitch version of ProBase II, designed for use with Noble’s low-profile clamping ring drain, is slated for the fourth quarter of 2018. noblecompany.com Profilitec’s Showertec™ encom- passes all nec- essary elements to build or reno- vate an entirely w a t e r p r o o f, maintenance- free shower. It offers advan- tages that sur- pass current standards such as: vapor perme- ance levels that conform to indus- try requirements for steam showers and high-density, pre-waterproofed foam elements that save significant installation time and contain recycled content to reflect Profilitec’s com- mitment to use environment-friend- ly materials. The system includes a pre-sloped Shower Tray (pre-sloped incorporating Foiltec™ waterproof and vapour tight membrane (pre- attached), Shower Curb, Foiltec™ Membrane, Foiltec™ Sealing Strip and Square Drain kit. profilitec.com