Are you looking for a great way to enhance your bathroom? Consider a tub-to-shower conversion. Ditching the tub may seem questionable at first glance, but there are several reasons to make the switch. This is especially true if you are remodeling for mobility as preparation for aging in place.
Increased Safety
The biggest benefit of a tub-to-shower conversion is that you can shower without having to worry about stepping over a high bathtub wall. Balancing on one foot on a wet surface presents a serious risk for slipping, even for able-bodied people. In an aging-in-place setup, that simple safety improvement is a big factor in making your bathroom safer and more usable in your later years.
Easier Maintenance
You should also pay some attention to a room’s long-term maintenance demands. An old tub will have plenty of nooks and crannies that can be difficult to reach when cleaning, especially for seniors. With tub-to-shower conversion, the open shower area is much easier to clean. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen can help you design a low-maintenance tub-to-shower conversion.
Extra Space
One thing that you will notice when you get a tub-to-shower conversion is that you end up having more floor space to work with in your bathroom. Compare this to a regular bathtub area, where the floor space immediately under the tub’s edges is unusable.
The Alternative to Walk-In Tubs
Some bathroom renovations involve replacing a standard tub with a walk-in tub, which allows safer tub entry and exit. However, a walk-in tub can be pricey. If you want practicality and safety for your dream bathroom without going overboard with the bathroom quote, a tub-to-shower conversion is a good alternative.
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Need a tub-to-shower conversion for your dream bathroom? Let us help you. DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen of The Woodlands is the leading home renovation company in The Woodlands, Tomball, Spring and Conroe. You can call us at (832) 743-2571 or fill out this contact form to request a quote.
