Walk-In Shower or Tub: How to Decide

Many bathrooms can hold only one. Here is how to decide between a walk-in shower, a tub or a combination.

Start with how you use it

If you shower daily and rarely bathe, a roomy walk-in shower serves you better. If you or your family love a long soak, or have young children, a tub may be worth the space.

Think about accessibility

A low-threshold shower with a bench and grab-bar blocking is easier to use at every age. If you plan to stay in the house, this is worth considering.

Keep one tub in the house if you can

Many homeowners keep a tub in a hall bath for children and for flexibility while converting the primary bath to a walk-in shower.

Plan the details

Waterproofing, slope, glass and ventilation make or break a shower. We plan these before tile goes on.