Bathroom Remodel Tub to Shower Project
Bathroom Remodel Tub to Shower Project
Have you ever wanted to try a bathroom remodel tub to shower project? I wanted something very different from my boring builders grade bathroom. I tried many times to dress it up with decorative shower curtains and pretty rugs but I finally decided I wanted a bold new look.
Check out our before bathroom photo. B-O-R-I-N-G! That white tile has got to go!
Now with a few trips to our local hardware store we found the perfect color of tile. I love a natural and neutral color. I wanted just a hint of natural light so I grabbed some privacy blocks. These made beautiful windows placed high enough to give an amazing amount of light and blurred enough to give all the privacy we need. This option saved us tons of money because those custom window sizes are crazy expensive!
The decorative border tile pieces were a bit pricey but since the space was so small it was a must have for this project. It added just the right extra touch I was looking for. We opted to remove the bathtub all together because we also have a huge garden tub in the master bathroom. I never want a shower curtain again so I also grabbed a very nice shower door to complete my new look.
Check out how amazing the finished project looks! WOW! What a difference!
The planning didn’t stop there though. If you shave your legs in the shower you know how absolutely frustrating it can be to try and shave with no place to put your leg or better yet no place to sit. Look at this! A built in seat!!!
Last but certainly not least, we also wanted a place to hide our shampoos and conditioners so we opted to a built in nook too! Clever right?!! I thought so! I turned out amazing!!! I am so very glad to have completed this project!
I hope this posts helps or inspires you to get creative with your own bathroom!
What do you think?
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Oh and if you liked that post be sure to check out our 11 sure ways to clean a bathroom shower door! I hate cleaning it but I’ve found a few really good tips to keep them clean! They really work too! Cuts my cleaning time way down!! (I’m not lazy, I’m efficient! haha!)
I love this idea! We need to change our tub to a shower because of my knees! Love the seat you added too! Before we start I would also like to know aproximately how much this project cost. You can e-mail me if you prefer. Any details would be appreciated like where you found the tile, shower door & dimensions of shampoo insets & shower seat! Thank you so much!
How much did you spend if you don’t mind me asking? We have a similar look tub and would love to do something like this.
So glad to find this! We are going to do the same thing and I wanted to scour the web for ideas because I had no idea where to start. Thanks so much for the inspiration!!
Oh awesome! Glad I could help! We love our bathroom now!
I like the before pictures better!
OH wow. That’s a first.
Great transformation! If you are like us, the seat will quickly become the place where you store your shampoos and body washes, and the niches will sit empty.
To clean those doors… we have several sets and they can be a PITA to clean. Our shower door installer recommended Clean-X Invisible Shield Surface Protectant. You apply it to completely clean shower doors (use vinegar or before you take your first shower). Use a tiny bit, let it come to a haze, flick water and buff. If you use a squeegee faithfully (as in after every shower), you won’t have to clean those shower doors again for about 6 months! Believe me, that Clean-X is worth the 5 buck investment. Eight years later, we have two more applications left.
Good luck, and enjoy your beautiful new shower.
I agree Ann! The seat was a nice thought but we hardly ever sit on it. I do however use it as a leg rest when shaving my legs in the shower so I am very glad it’s there.
I totally agree about the Clean-X product!!!! Glasstastic is amazing too! In fact, I wrote a big article on cleaning shower doors and you just reminded me to include it here! Thanks!
Looks awesome!! So pretty!! You should see our bathroom..it’s a “contractor’s left-over materials rainbow” bathroom. :/
But my husband and I did just lay luxury vinyl tile in our kitchen and it looks great!! Makes our kitchen look so nice! I read your tutorial on the planks..the tiles were a little more time consuming but like I said, it looks great!
You always great ideas!!
Oh Kristina that sounds amazing! I want to see it!!! If you want to share that with other iSavers you can send me before and after photos and I will gladly share that!!!! I love remodels on the cheap!!! LOVE THEM!