Blog - Installing a Plaster Niche

For best results in all cases ensure that the surface to where the plaster niche is to be fixed and installed is clean and dry. Repair major defects; slight defects will not be visible once the job is finished.

First of all make a recess in the wall which is 25mm small all round, than the size of the niche shell.

If it is a structural wall, it is important that you check the need for a lintel. If it is a cavity wall, you will need to put a damp proof membrane behind the niche. If you want a small strip light you must, at this stage, position the flex under the ground glass base.

Screw two mirror plates to the base; hold the unit in its desired position, marking the position for drilling the screw holes. We recommend that the wall plaster be rebated by approximately 12mm which can be filled in to hide the fixing points. Drill and plug the holes, then screw the base in position.

Screw three mirror plates onto the back of the shell, one at each side approximately 150mm above the base and the third at the top. Drill the wall as for the base then screw into place.

The niche’s ground glass base sits in the rebate formed by base and shelf AND NEEDS NO FURTHER FIXING. The remaining shelf/ shelves are held in place by drilling the shell to receive the white studs. It helps if you draw a line at whatever height you choose.

Fill all around the niche, against the wall and the joint between the niche shell and its base. Fill the rebate with plaster and filler. Clean off excess filler and allow to set. The unit can either be painted or left plain.

Fixing a Corner Niche

Fixing a corner niche is easier and quicker than fixing a niche into a wall. All you need to ensure is that the surfaces of the walls are in good condition. Mirror plates are attached to the unit as above. Fixing and finishing procedures are similar to the recessed niche.

Our range of plaster niches can be view here. If you require assistance in purchasing or installing our plaster niches contact us on 01246 290890 or email info@hodkin-jones.co.uk.