A walk-in shower is easier to plan when a few questions are answered first. Here are five to think about before you start.
1. How much space you can give it
Measure the area where the shower would go, and think about how you move through the bathroom. A walk-in shower takes a different amount of room than a tub, so it helps to know early what it would use from the vanity, toilet and walkways.
2. How you want it enclosed
Some walk-in showers use a glass panel or door, and others use a curtain. Think about how much water reaches the floor, how easy the shower is to clean and how open you want the room to feel.
3. Tile you can live with
Look at tile size, finish and grout lines. Small tiles mean more grout to keep clean, and large tiles mean fewer lines. Handle samples in the bathroom light, and think about how the floor will feel when it is wet.
4. What happens behind the tile
The tile is what you see, but the waterproofing behind it is what protects the walls and floor. Ask how the shower will be waterproofed before any tile goes up, and how the drain and the edges will be handled.
5. Where everything will sit
Plan a spot for shampoo, soap and razors, such as a niche or a shelf, along with the valve, the showerhead and a place for towels. Standing in the empty space and picturing your routine shows what you will reach for.
When it’s time to call
Once you have a rough idea, we can talk through the details with you. Call us at (651) 238-6751 for a free estimate. Learn more about our walk-in shower and bathroom tile and waterproofing work, or see all of our bathroom remodeling.
These are general homeowner tips, not professional advice.