Tub vs. Shower/Resale Value
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Comments (9)Weedyacres, where did you find that? We just returned from a trip to France, where we saw a similar device: a glass panel that extends from the top of the tub to a point above the shower and fastened to the wall on a swivel. The panel with swivel mechanism is approximately 60-65 inches tall and 32" wide (I didn't have a measuring tape), which is enough to keep water off the floor. A gasket at the bottom of the panel makes a good seal with the top edge of the tub so that water does not leak onto the floor. It appeared that the glass was treated in some fashion because as it dried there was absolutely no streaking, despite the hard water. It is efficient, looks better and cleaner than a shower curtain. Now I want to know where to buy one for our bathroom remodel....See MoreTub v.s. Shower
Comments (5)I believe that one potential drawback is that according to code a tub can have a 1 1/2" drain, whereas a shower requires a 2" drain, which can make the process more complicated than simply removing the tub and installing a shower in it place. The drain and vent lines may have to be replaced all the way to the main stack....See MoreResale value if removing only bathtub and replacing with shower
Comments (27)I was going to suggest the same as juliekcmo. Rip out the tub, cap off unused plumbing so a tub can easily be put back in. Don't get one of those big solid shower units, use tile and keep plenty of extra (and grout!) 'just in case'. You're going to have to think about a shower door... that's actually a bigger decision. Do you want to spend the money on a nice frameless one (would appeal to buyer that doesn't mind not having a tub) or do you just use a curtain? (would appeal to someone that's going to put in a tub-less tile to repair). Ripping out the bottom of the shower and plopping down a tub won't be a deal breaker if a prospective buyer loves the house in every other way. I wouldn't offer an allowance right away unless they asked for it or I would use it in a counter offer. Your realtor will give you feedback-it might be necessary to offer it right off the bat....See MoreHow many bathtubs vs shower only bathrooms are ideal in a home?
Comments (7)As a parent with young kids I like having the hall bath have the only tub so even when guest are staying I can still bathe my kids. So for resale a young family will not mind not having a tub/ shower combo in master suites, and will probably prefer a walk in shower only to that set up but having a family bath tub would most likely be more convenient. I have a master with a walk in only shower, a guest/powder room with a very small, 3x3 walk in shower and a kids/ hall bath with a tub/shower combo so I may be biased....See Morecamlan
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