6. What Are the Most Common Tub to Shower Mistakes to Avoid?
Before planning and picking out materials, here are some common shower conversion mistakes to avoid.
Drains, Steam, and Lighting
There are a few plumbing and design issues that can come up when converting your tub to a shower.
Drains
Steam
Lighting
Too often, the small details and everyday logistics that can cause problems when doing a shower conversion get overlooked.
These details make the difference between getting
Drains
One of the first things you need to test out is your drainage system. In a tub, you aren’t worried about water draining quickly, but it matters with a walk-in shower.
An ineffective drain means dangerous puddles and slippery floors.
If the drain doesn’t work properly, the shower can quickly become a safety hazard.
Steam
Steam poses a potential problem you may not have encountered with your tub.
Long, hot, luxurious showers are exactly what you want from your new space. But if the steam has nowhere to go, it quickly becomes an issue that can cause unwanted moisture buildup.
Unchecked humidity can lead to:
Water damage
Mold growth
Bacteria growth
Ensure that your bathroom has an adequate fan—or even a window—to keep the steam at bay and prevent these problems before they ever arise.
Light
Adding a floor-to-ceiling shower impacts the way light works in your space. Lighting is also naturally dimmed by shower steam, which can make this even more of a challenge.
A poorly lit bathroom can cause injuries, accidents, as well as creating the feeling that your shower is a gloomy place.
It’s important to take this into account right from the beginning by determining whether you need additional lighting based on the design of your new bathroom.
Choosing the Wrong Contractor
Choosing the wrong contractor can be an incredibly costly mistake in your shower conversion project (or any kind of bathroom remodel).
Making this choice can be an overwhelming process, but it doesn’t need to be.
There are 6 things to look for when choosing a contractor.
1. License and insurance
2. Warranties
3. Past work
4. Years in business
5. Reviews/testimonials
6. Suppliers
You Should Know What You Want
Ultimately, the best way to avoid mistakes and mishaps is by planning thoroughly before starting your shower conversion project:
What is the smartest way to approach your space
What do you want when it comes to design?
How can you maximize safety?
How should accessibility concerns be taken into account?
When you take the time to answer these important questions, it will be easier to find the right contractor for your bathroom. A little pre-work will allow you to move forward confidently with every decision.
The renovation process will go smoothly with a clear plan.
Knowing what you are looking for and what you want will influence your project from start to finish.
We work to check off every box. Here’s what you get with all Five Star Bath Solutions technicians:
Fully licensed and insured
Transferable, lifetime warranty
Before and after photos of past work
Combined 50 years of experience
An average customer rating of 4.9 stars based on tens of thousands of reviews
Access to the best materialsmoney can buy
Trained and certified by Five Star Bath Solutionsy
Drug screens and background checks
Five Star Bath Solutions technicians are the best at what they do.
You don’t need the most expensive contractor to do the job right.
As long as you take the time to do your research, you’ll find the perfect contractor for you.
In Summary
Converting your old tub into a luxurious new shower can be the best thing you’ve ever done for your bathroom. Contrary to commonly-held beliefs, it doesn’t need to be hard!
After reading this guide, you know where to start and what the next step is for every part of the process.
You’re even armed with a few pro tips and tricks to make sure your project goes smoothly!
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“Excellent job. The team actually arrived 20 minutes early and walked me through the entire process of the work they would be doing before they started and kept me updated on things taking place in my shower. Very professional team. I highly recommend Five Star Bath Solutions.”
You can confidently take the next step toward your dream bathroom.
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