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Immerse Yourself in the Step-by-Step Process of Shower Conversions

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  Power of the Shower: Process Edition So You Want to Convert Your Tub into a Shower… But where on earth do you start? And how? Home improvement projects often break down into many small, detailed steps. This can feel overwhelming, especially for new homeowners or for those who are inexperienced with renovation projects. But getting deep into the nitty-gritty details is not our goal with this article. We’ll explain the basic steps you need to keep in mind as you start planning a shower conversion for your home. Once you have the foundational steps down, everything else will start to fall into place! 1. Planning First: What Do You Want? Yes, this step sounds obvious. But remember, you can avoid MANY frustrations and money-blowing mistakes when you decide what you want ahead of time! Shower conversions are no exception. Make a Pinterest board of shower design inspiration Any remodel involves a lot of choices. Designs, materials, and deciding whether to DIY or not can feel mind-boggli...
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Prepare Yourself to Avoid Any Common Mistakes

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  Power of the Shower: Problems Edition Of the many comforts modern life has to offer, a hot shower is one of the best! But not every home has a shower readily available, especially in older buildings.  If you’re thinking about turning your old bathtub into a comfortable shower space, read on to find out what conversion pitfalls to avoid. These tips just might save you a world of pain! Don’t Overlook Drains, Steam, and Lighting Plumbing and design issues can lead to frustrating inconveniences and even injuries in converted showers. Here are some details not to overlook before you start planning and picking out materials. Drains One of the worst things you can experience in any shower is a rising swamp of dirty, soapy water at your feet. Gross, right? So do not let this happen in your brand new shower! Shower drain Make sure to test the drainage system right away. If your water pressure and showerhead are too much for the drain to handle, you will want to notice the problem and...
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