Bath Shower Home Design

Freestanding tubs add a certain “wow” factor to any bathroom, but when push comes to shove, we all need a shower. Rather than install a brand new shower, a capable DIYer can add a shower to a freestanding or claw-foot tub. Continue reading to see the benefits and how you can add a shower to a freestanding tub. Shower Costs Get up to 4 Free Quotes! According to our shower installation cost estimator , the national average for a new shower is $2,689, but large, luxurious showers can run a homeowner up to $10,000. Likewise, if you wanted to add a shower-tub combo, be prepared to spend somewhere between $2,500 and $3,686. On the other hand, if you already have a freestanding or claw-foot tub available, one can easily add a shower for less than $500. Tools Needed to Add A Shower to A Freestanding Tub Tub-and- shower assembly Shower head Wall support for shower rods Mounting bracket Plumber's putty Teflon tape Wall anchors How to Add A Shower to A Freestan...

I was never quite sure whether I liked handheld shower heads or not. It always annoyed me that they moved around in their holder, or that you had to pick them up and unwind the hose in order to use them. But it wasn't until I got really frustrated with the one in my current granny-house that I began to wonder seriously what good they were. This article is about the benefits of handheld and fixed showerheads , and how to switch one out for the other. From Wall Mount to Hand-Held Shower Head Normally I would never consider switching from a wall mount "fixed" shower head to a hand held one, but for new parents or pet owners the switch can be helpful. Hand held shower heads can be used for a variety of tasks, including: Washing your dog (or cat) in the tub. Showing your child how to take a shower for the first time. Playing "spray the kid" if your child is whining about having to take a bath. Rinsing your face and hair when you're still in the tub, if you don...