Tub-to-shower conversions for people done climbing over the tub
If the tub mostly collects dust (or the dog), turn that space into a shower you can walk into. We remove the tub, rebuild and waterproof the floor and walls, and finish with tile or solid panels, glass and the safety details you want.
Three ways to convert
Prefab base and wall panels
A one-piece or multi-piece acrylic or composite system set into the old tub space. Fewer grout lines, faster install, lower cost. Great for hall baths and rentals.
Custom tiled walk-in
A shower pan built on site with a waterproof membrane, then tiled. You pick the tile, the niche locations, the bench and the size. More labor, more personality.
Curbless (zero-entry)
No curb to step over at all. The floor is recessed or sloped so water still heads to the drain, often a linear drain along one wall. It’s the friendliest option for walkers, wheelchairs and bad knees, and it looks sharp. See walk-in & curbless showers.
Step by step
- Protect the path, remove the tub and the old surround.
- Check the subfloor and framing. Old tubs often hide water damage; we show you anything we find.
- Adjust the drain and valve for the new shower, and add blocking for grab bars and a bench.
- Build the pan, waterproof walls and floor, and flood-test before tile.
- Tile or panels, glass, fixtures, trim, cleanup and a walkthrough.
Should you keep one tub in the house?
If you have little kids, or might sell to a family soon, it’s worth keeping at least one bathtub somewhere in the house. Converting the primary bath and leaving the hall tub is a common compromise. We’ll talk it through with you.
Cost
National cost guides put most conversions between roughly $1,000 for a simple prefab swap and $15,000 for a custom tiled shower, with curbless builds at the upper end. Build your range or read tub-to-shower conversion: what to know.
Tub-to-shower FAQ
Will removing my only tub hurt resale?
It can matter to some buyers, especially families with small children. If it’s the only tub in the house, think about keeping one elsewhere. If you have another tub, a great shower in the primary bath is usually a plus.
Can the shower be bigger than the old tub?
Sometimes. Borrowing space from a linen closet or a wide vanity wall is common. Moving the drain or valve adds cost, and the project builder accounts for that if you pick “bigger or rearranged.”
Do I need a glass door?
No. A fixed glass panel, a door, or a good-quality curtain all work. Glass looks cleaner and keeps water in better, but it’s an add-on, not a requirement.
Tub-to-shower conversions near you
Keep reading
Tub-to-shower conversion: what to know
Options, cost, resale, waterproofing and design details to settle first.
Read more →Walk-In & Curbless Showers
Low-threshold and zero-entry showers with proper slope, waterproofing and smart safety details.
Read more →Grab bars that don't look clinical
Finishes, shapes, dual-purpose bars and smart placement.
Read more →Ready when you are. Jack brings the tape measure.
Free in-home estimate, written price, one person to call from start to finish.