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Guide · Updated 2026-11-03

Tub-to-Shower Conversion: Is It Right for Your Home?

By Aleksey Kushchuk, White Saber · Last updated 2026-11-03

Short answer: A tub-to-shower conversion is right for you if you rarely use the tub, want an easier step-in, or want a small bathroom to feel bigger. We remove the tub, adjust the drain and valve, build a waterproofed pan and walls, and tile it.

Who it fits

Busy households that shower, homeowners planning to age in place, and anyone tired of stepping over a tub wall.

  • You never take baths
  • Someone in the house has trouble stepping over the tub
  • The bathroom feels cramped

What is involved

Demo of the tub and surround, plumbing changes for the drain and valve, a sloped shower pan, waterproofing membrane, then tile and fixtures.

Resale and the one-tub question

Some buyers like at least one tub in the house. If you have another bathroom with a tub, converting this one is easy to justify.

Make it great, not just functional

Add a niche for bottles, a bench, a handheld sprayer and a low curb or curbless entry.

Want this done right in your home?

See our Tub-to-Shower Conversions or call 253-269-8610 for a free quote.

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FAQ

Quick answers

How long does a conversion take?

Usually days to a couple of weeks, depending on scope. You get the schedule with the quote.

Can I keep my existing tile floor?

Sometimes. We will look and tell you honestly.

Can you do the countertop too?

Yes. Rhonda had her tub converted along with a countertop and sink conversion.