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Reasons to Replace Your Bathtub With a Step-In Shower

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When was the last time you used your bathtub for a soak? If the last occurrence is too long ago to recall, you may want to consider doing away with your bathtub and opting for a step-in shower. At first thought, you may be asking, “What benefits would come with replacing my bathtub with a walk-in shower?” Making such a switch can be a wise decision if:

Your Bathroom Has Limited Space

A large, clunky bathtub can take up quite a bit of space, making an already tight bathroom feel even more cramped. By replacing your bathtub with a step-in shower, you’ll be eliminating the high-threshold walls of your tub, which will in turn create a more spacious feel to your bathroom.

You or Someone in Your Household Has Limited Mobility

Stepping over the high wall of your bathtub isn’t only inconvenient, but it can pose a serious risk for anyone in your home with limited mobility. Step-in showers, on the other hand, are perfect for individuals looking to regain their independence. They feature low-threshold walls which makes them easily accessible, greatly reducing the possibility of injury.

You May Be Looking to Sell Your Home in the Future

A step-in shower is a home feature that many prospective homebuyers find appealing. So, trading your dated bathtub for one can help attract more potential buyers when the time comes for you to sell your home.

Your Bathtub is Rarely Used

If your children are past the ages of bathing and now prefer showers, or if you don’t have any kids at all, you may find there’s little use in having a bathtub. Also, having a walk-in shower is a more practical alternative to bathing, while soaking in a bathtub is more for luxury. So, if you’re someone who likes to manage their time wisely, you may find having a step-in shower all the more appealing, as showering generally takes less time than soaking in a tub.

You Want to Attain a Modern, Sleek Bathroom Aesthetic

Bathtubs, especially alcove tubs, often lend a more dated feel to bathrooms. Replacing your bathtub with a step-in shower can go a long way in updating the look of your bathroom. And when you partner with a company like Durante Bath and Showers™, who offers highly customizable step-in showers, you’ll have great liberty in choosing the wall surround color, pattern, and texture that best aligns with your aesthetic goals.

With Durante, Your Tub-To-Shower Conversion Is in Capable Hands

There’s no doubt that replacing your bathtub with a step-in shower yields numerous benefits. If you live in Birmingham, Huntsville, Chattanooga, Nashville, or a surrounding area and have made the wise decision to invest in a walk-in shower, let your next phone call be to the experts at Durante Bath and Showers™. Our designers will be happy to walk you through your options and help you determine the ideal step-in shower for your bathroom. What’s more, we have more than 20 years of remodeling experience, so you can count on our highly skilled technicians to perform a flawless tub-to-shower conversion.

Contact Durante Bath and Showers™ to learn more about our tub-to-shower conversion practices as well as the financing options available to qualifying customers.

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