The Extend-A-Shower is just what the doctor ordered, not only gives more room but allows for the curtain to dry out of the way in the tub. It should look similar to scpalmetto's shower. Otherwise I think the shower would be fine, especially if it is a nice size. This is the reason I have sneaked over here from the Roses forum, lol! The valve is usually soldered to the water pipes, and replacing it is a job for an experienced plumber. I'd pull the tub and be done with it. Cost to Replace Tub With Tile Shower. The tiles can be chipped away with a hammer and chisel. Anytime I see houses for sale/model homes etc that have the large jet tubs it's a turn-off for me. You will have to get what is called a "remodel" unit that comes in several pieces so that you can get the tub and surround through your already established doorways. I am 47 years old and have had 2 strokes. moving plumbing on the latter is much easier than cutting through a slab of concrete. In the kids bathroom, we're replacing the tub with another tub. I don't really care about future buyers. If you want to make this into a rental suite in the next 7 years, then go with a tub/shower combo. Go for it...don't worry about resale:), Do not redo you master bathroom ,most buyers would want their own updating ,best to keep it as is if you are going to sell it. I can see having a tub in the bathroom that children would be likely to use. In our previous house we removed a spa tub from our master bath and replaced it with a large shower. not a big deal, it's just necessary every time you move something. Replacing a shallow cast iron tub with a 32"x60" Soaking Tub(and shower). And now that the oldest is 8, does he take showers in his bathroom? Then remove the current shower and make it a linen closet. This is the 3 wall shower that we would like to make the toilet area. I've come to the conclusion years ago, that I would love a shower. If you’re really ambitious, we’ve purchased several used mobile homes where the seller actually tore out the tub and replaced it with a new stand up shower. As they (the kids) get older, you can hold them on your lap, (on a bench) soap 'em up and rinse with a soft spray from a handheld shower head. Thanks! Now that they are older they love a shower. Slight revision on the shower plumbing to allow for a higher shower head and new valve, new sink plumbing to put in a wall mount faucet. We have one in our walk in shower and both love it!! @Sabrina Alfin Interiors I think this may be the best use of the space without moving plumbing! new venting pipes for those lines will also have to be installed. 98. I was raised taking baths and, whenever my bathroom gets completed, I will quite ceremoniously have an inaugural bath. I’m not a plumber but yes I would assume you will need plumbing work if you switch the shower and toilet. Jan 16, 2014 - Renovated master bath to remove old Jacuzzi tub and enlarge very small shower. Real estate is all about location, location, location. We removed a big garden tub from corner of bathroom to create this awesome shower! Do what YOU want, not some nebulous far-in-the-future buyer whose needs/wants/desires are unknown. We are thinking about taking out the jetted garden tub and making that entire area a large shower with tile and a glass door. Thanks for your thoughts. Is it a good idea to replace a tub with a walk in shower if only one i. Tub-to-shower replacements are VERY popular and make up a large part of my buisness! we are doing exactly that in a new house... it has an enormous jetted tub-- we will have it taken out and will instead put cabinetry/additional storage in that area, along with slightly enlarging the shower... we do have other tubs n the house- don't think i would do it if there were no other tubs. I have looked for over two hours today trying to find a tub to fit where the shower is now but even if we give up the linen closet on that wall to gain more space (and maybe not be able to place it elsewhere) I don't think it is doable... Can someone recommend a website that explains the difficulties in relocating a drain for tub or toilet or shower that is in a concrete foundation? If you work carefully enough, it may be possible to salvage the tiles and reuse them for the next tub. I do have a new grand baby who will visit often (two hours away) and I plan on using a plastic tub for her until she is old enough to shower :). As someone who rarely uses a laundry sink (once in 15 years) I see no reason for a tub if "family with 3 children" isn't in the cards. shipping dimensions / weight of 10 x 10 Ikea Kitchen Cabinets. I will be remodeling my BR this year and will remove the tub/shower combo and replace with shower only. 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