Bathtub to Shower Conversion

Grimy grout and outdated colors reminiscent of decades past are staples of a bathroom in need of a makeover. Giving your bathroom the fresh new look and feel you envision could be as simple as a bath to shower conversion! Unlike traditionally expensive, time-consuming remodels. We can get your Bathroom conversion done in under 2 weeks.

Bathtub to shower conversion is popular for many households. Whether you are looking for a safer alternative to climbing over tall bathtub walls or simply want to create a more sophisticated style in your bathroom, our professionals can offer you the remodel you desire. For just a fraction of the price, our bathtub to shower can be installed in a variety of styles and colors to best suit your taste.

Convert Bathtub to Shower

All our Bathtub to Shower conversions are engineered to withstand the test of time, resisting chipping, cracking, and mold and mildew growth. Our recommended acrylic shower systems are designed to be as low-maintenance as possible, so that tough scrubbing is a thing of the past.

Our process also eliminates the need for lengthy, stressful construction projects. After we take measurements and photos of your existing bathroom, our team lets you know what options are available for your custom Bathroom remodel. With so many options, it is easy to create the bathroom that you have been dreaming of.

Tear-Out Tips

Removing your old tub might not be simple. If it is cast-iron, you’ll need some muscle to get it out of way. If it is in good condition, you could sell it online or donate it to a ReStore outlet. Intact tile and any fixtures also can be donated or sold to stores that sell salvaged building materials.

During tear-out, you should:

·        Evaluate the condition of existing pipes and replace if necessary.

·        Check framing and subfloor for mold, mildew and rot and repair as needed.

·        Make sure your shower valve is in good condition — now is the time to upgrade to a pressure-balancing valve that controls temps and volume ($200 to $900).

The Shower Floor: Curbs height

The floor of your shower (aka the shower pan) has a lot to say about the style and cost of your conversion. You have a choice of two basic types of pan: one corrals water with curbs that you step over as you enter; the other is curb less.

Shower pans with curbs form a complete enclosure to contain water spray and channel it to a drain. The floor of the shower pan has the proper pitch to drain water. Showers with curbs are usually easier — and cheaper — to install than curb less installations.

Curb less shower stalls (aka barrier-free showers) are extremely popular but trickier to make — the drainage slope of the floor has to be built below the level of the surrounding flooring surface. That means either raising the level of the surrounding floor or lowering the shower pan.

If you raise the bathroom floor, it’ll be higher than any other floor that it meets, such as the floor of your master bedroom. You’ll need a transition threshold and ramp if you need a wheelchair accessible shower.

What are the  Bathtub to Shower Options?

Tile or Stone Showers are costly option. They are typically made of porcelain tile of a natural stone like marble or travertine, and require a hot mopped shower pan, extensive wall preparation and custom glass. In addition to taking nearly a month to install tile and stone showers can be costly, the average is nearly $15,000 with materials and a contractor.

Shower stall kits are low-cost options. They’re typically made of acrylic or fiberglass, and include pre-made sides, a lightweight floor pan with curbs and a drain hole, and ¼” hinged glass door. They are made to fit into corners and old bathtub alcoves. Individual pieces make kit installation fast and relatively easy. The shower pan has curbs to contain water and a built-in slope for drainage. They are typically not the most attractive option, however if it is function you are looking for this is an option.

Solid Surface Mosaic Tile Shower Kits are pre-built to look like hand set natural stone and mosaic tile showers built on site with all of the installation benefits of a shower stall. This an option that gives you the best of both worlds, the high-end hand-made look and feel, ease of installation, usually just a few hours, and at a fraction of the cost of a tile or stone shower. In addition to the obvious cost benefit, they are also much easier to clean than the natural stone showers or fiberglass stalls.

The curbs typically are considered barrier free so are 6” high or less and have options like niches for shampoo, small shelves, soap dishes, shaving steps and benches.

What are the bathroom trends for 2020 & Beyond?

The 2020 Bathroom Trends You Don't Want to Miss

• Brass Finishes
• Deep Soaking Tubs.
• Integrated Lighting.
• Marbleized Wallpaper.
• Travertine.
• Framed Mirrors. ...
• Unusual Marble. ...
• Black Tubs.

Does Medicare cover tub to shower conversion?

Medicare's Policy on Walk In Bathtubs. Unfortunately for most seniors, walk in bathtubs are not considered to be durable medical equipment by original Medicare. Thus, original Medicare will not pay for the cost of a walk-in tub nor will they contribute to the cost of installation.

Tub to Shower Conversion Cost
The price to convert a bathtub to a shower ranges from $1,200 to $8,000, with an average of $3,000. You will pay $2,150 to $7,950 for a walk-in style, compared to $1,200 to $3,600 for a stall. The amount you pay depends on whether you choose a one-piece stall or a custom design.

Does replacing bath with shower devalue house?

Eliminating a home's only full bathroom could turn off potential buyers. ... The National Association of Realtors says as long as the home has at least one tub, switching from a tub to a shower shouldn't negatively impact resale value.

Does a walk-in shower add value?

In general, removing a tub and installing a well-appointed walk-in shower also increases the value of a home. ... Removing your only tub to install a walk-in shower can make your home's value take a hit because most prospective homebuyers, especially families with small kids, want at least one bathtub.

Is a tub or shower better for resale?

Tubs are still considered essential to resale value.
 
A “full bathroom” means one with a tub, and that's what continues to attract the majority of both single and married home buyers, as well as parents who have or are expecting children, who are easier to bathe in tubs than showers.

Is a bathroom with a shower considered a full bath?

Typically, a bathroom must have a toilet, sink, and tub to be considered a full bath. A bath with a toilet, sink, and shower, but no tub, would be considered a three-quarter bath.

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