Bathtub to Shower Conversions
Refresh the way you bathe and upgrade your bathroom when you switch from a traditional bathtub to a walk-in shower.
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Creating an Accessible Shower Routine
Rediscover the joy of showering with Safe Step. Our walk-in showers come standard with premium safety, therapeutic and convenience features, including a low-step entry, anti-slip flooring and handheld shower wand.
Handheld Shower Wand
Enjoy flexibility in how you get clean with the easy-to-hold handheld shower wand.
Grab Bars
Move with greater freedom and security using the thoughtfully placed grab bars.
Wall-Mounted Fold-Away Seat
Add stability and greater versatility to your bathing routine when you install the optional fold-away seat.
Rainfall Shower Head
Immerse yourself in a steady stream of water for relaxation from head to toe.
Shower Niche and Shelves
Keep your shower products safely in reach with space-saving storage options.
Stylish Shower Walls
Designed to complement your bathroom’s aesthetic, the acrylic or FiberGranite™ walls come in a variety of colors and textures.
How Safe Step Converts Your Tub to a Walk-In Shower
Enjoy efficient, hassle-free installation when you choose a Safe Step Walk-In Shower. From the initial consultation to the final installation, we’ll help you transform your bathroom in a few easy steps. Our installation experts complete 95% of jobs in one day, minimizing disruptions to your routine.
Tub Removal
The Safe Step installation team will disassemble your old bathtub, removing and recycling or disposing of all materials. We work carefully to protect all floors, cabinets, fixtures and walls from damage.
Shower Placement Prep
Next, your installers will begin prepping the shower’s location, working with you to choose a space with sufficient room for easy entry and exit. Most walk-in showers can fit in the same or smaller footprint as your old bathtub.
Plumbing Rerouting
We make sure the shower drain, water supply lines and fixtures are set up optimally to prevent leaks and any issues. To accommodate your bathroom’s layout, the installers may need to reroute plumbing lines.
Shower Installation
Installers work quickly and carefully to get your shower fully installed, checking that all seals and plumbing function as intended. We’ll clean up then walk you through the features so you can enjoy your new walk-in shower as soon as possible.
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The Cost of Converting Your Tub to a Walk-In Shower
Upgrading your bathroom with a walk-in shower is an investment into your daily routine and long-term wellbeing. Since costs can vary depending on your current tub, bathroom setup and preferred shower features, we offer a lowest price guarantee, custom pricing, financial assistance and a lifetime warranty. Read our pricing guide to learn more.
FAQs
Homeowners often choose a walk-in shower to replace their traditional tub to improve functionality and style in their bathroom, especially for seniors and bathers with mobility limitations or disabilities. Common benefits of a walk-in shower can include increased bathing safety, more efficient use of space, water conservation, more modern style and boosted home resale value.
As with any home renovation project, the cost of converting your bathtub to a walk-in shower will vary based on which model you choose, added customizations, current tub size and any additional plumbing work or remodeling. When you schedule a free quote, our experts will help you find the best walk-in shower solution for your space and budget while offering a lowest price guarantee to ensure you get a competitive, fair price.
The time to replace your tub with a walk-in shower often varies depending on the size of the space being renovated, plus any additional electrical or plumbing work needed to ensure proper setup. At Safe Step, we complete 95% of installations in one day for all of our safe bathing products, from walk-in showers and tubs to the tub-shower combo.
You can remodel almost any bathtub into a walk-in shower, regardless of the tub’s materials or style, given there is enough floor-to-ceiling and footprint space. Keep in mind that the details of installation will depend on your tub’s current drain size and plumbing setup, wall and fixture positioning, tiling, electrical wiring and which walk-in shower you choose.
Yes! Almost all walk-in showers will have the same or a smaller footprint than a traditional bathtub. Converting your tub to a walk-in shower can help you save space in a small bathroom and make your bathing routine feel easier and less cramped.