Plenty of Franklin homes have a tub-and-shower combo in the primary bathroom that hardly anyone uses as a tub. Stepping over the high wall every morning gets old, and it becomes a real safety concern as people get older. A tub-to-shower conversion removes the tub and builds a walk-in shower in roughly the same space, usually with far less work and cost than a full remodel.
How a conversion works
We remove the tub and the old surround, check the wall framing and subfloor for water damage, and adjust the drain and valve for the new shower. Then we install a new shower pan or tile base, waterproof the walls and finish them with tile or solid surface panels. The final step is glass, fixtures and trim. Because the footprint stays mostly the same, the rest of the bathroom can stay as it is.
Is it right for your home?
- Great for primary bathrooms where nobody takes baths and everyone wants a better shower
- A smart move for aging in place. A low-threshold entry, grab bars and a bench make daily routines safer.
- Think about resale. Many homeowners keep at least one tub in the house for young children. If your hall bath has a tub, converting the primary bath is usually an easy decision.
Finish choices
You can choose tile walls with a custom niche, or lower-maintenance solid surface wall panels with fewer grout lines. Glass can be a hinged door, a sliding door or a fixed panel. We'll show you what fits your space and budget during your free estimate in Franklin.
Tub-to-Shower Conversions: common questions
Will removing my tub hurt resale value?
In most cases, homes keep their appeal as long as there is at least one tub elsewhere in the house. If the converted bathroom has the only tub, we'll talk through the trade-offs with you.
What if there is water damage under the old tub?
It is common to find some once the tub comes out. We'll show you what we find and repair the subfloor or framing before the new shower goes in.