Better-Bench Tray, 17 x 12 x 2 Inches, BT17C

The Better-Bench Tray is a one-piece, self-supporting system designed to simplify the installation of tiled shower shelving. The independent supporting unit can be mounted to most vertical surfaces before or after the finish tile is installed.

Constructed from alloyed aluminum, the BT17C is designed for wet or dry locations and can be mounted over any U.B.C.-approved substrate material. According to the supplied product information, the Better Tray has an engineered load capacity of 100 pounds and requires no additional waterproofing or structural reinforcement.

After mounting the tray with the supplied fasteners, the installer can add a mortar mixture of sand and cement and finish the surface with the desired tile.

Typical Applications

• Creating tiled shower shelving
• Wet-area installations
• Dry-area installations
• Installation before finish tile is applied
• Installation over existing finish tile
• Mounting over U.B.C.-approved substrate materials

Advantages

• One-piece, self-supporting frame
• Engineered 100-pound load capacity
• Can be installed before or after finish tile is applied
• Mounts to most vertical surfaces
• According to the supplied product information, requires no additional waterproofing or structural reinforcement
• Suitable for wet or dry locations
• Alloyed aluminum construction
• Corrosion-resistant materials
• Supplied fasteners support straightforward installation
• Does not require fastening to studs, blocking or other framing members
• Manufactured in the USA

Specifications

• Brand: Better-Bench
• Model: BT17C
• Product type: One-piece tile-ready tray
• Width: 17 inches
• Depth: 12 inches
• Height: 2 inches
• Construction: Alloyed aluminum
• Frame design: One-piece and self-supporting
• Engineered load capacity: 100 pounds
• Installation locations: Wet or dry
• Compatible surfaces: U.B.C.-approved substrate materials
• Country of manufacture: USA

Installation Guidelines

• Install before or after finish tile is applied to the vertical surface
• Mount the one-piece frame using the supplied fasteners
• Place a mortar mixture of sand and cement into the mounted tray
• Finish the tray with the desired tile
• If a stud, blocking or another framing member is encountered, discard the hollow-wall anchor and use the supplied screw with an appropriate pilot hole

Construction Tip: No. 12 x 2-1/2-inch wood screws may also be needed but are not supplied with the Better-Bench kit.

Included Components

• One Better-Bench BT17C alloyed aluminum tray
• Six 3/16-inch hollow-wall fasteners
• Wood screws

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the dimensions of the Better-Bench Tray?

The tray measures 17 inches wide, 12 inches deep and 2 inches high.

What is the engineered load capacity?

The supplied product information lists an engineered load capacity of 100 pounds for the Better Tray BT-17.

Can the tray be installed after the wall tile is finished?

Yes. The Better-Bench Tray can be installed before or after finish tile is applied to the vertical surface.

Does the tray need to be attached to wall studs?

No. The supplied product information states that fastening to studs, blocking or other framing members is not required.

Can the Better-Bench Tray be used in wet locations?

Yes. It is designed for use in wet or dry locations.

Are additional wood screws included?

No. No. 12 x 2-1/2-inch wood screws may be needed for some installations but are not supplied with the kit.

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