Bath Shower Home Design

Shopping for a bathtub and wall surround kit Tubs and surrounds come in all types of materials and price ranges. They all have a hard shiny surface , but they differ in stiffness, reparability and projected longevity . We divided them into three material categories and price ranges. The first two categories are the most popular. For how to information, see Install an Acrylic Tub and Tub Surround. Premium composites and solid-surface: $600 to $1,200 Sterling tub/surround combo This Sterling Ensemble tile pattern tub/surround costs almost $1,000, but will last much longer than inexpensive alternatives. Swanstone tub surround The Swanstone tub surround shown here costs almost $900. Premium composite bathtub and surround combinations offer caulkless seams and more realistic tile and texture patterns . Solid- surface panels offer the largest selection of styles, including faux granite , quartz and marble. You can order matching solid - surface trim kits that eliminate the need for til...

The SnapJoint system incorporated into Best Bath Systems' latest shower surrounds helps installers complete jobs faster , and with the confidence in their water-tightness.  Specialized channels on the edges of each panel allow the surround to snap together tightly, creating 90-degree corners that other molded surrounds aren 't able to offer. As a result of the tight corners, the SnapJoint system shower models feature a subway tile aesthetic that has become so popular in bathroom design. The clean design comes without the hassle of traditional tile installation , and is backed by the maker's 30-year warranty.  SnapJoint system shows the plywood backing and a specialized clip that allows the panels to snap tightly together. " /> A close-up of the SnapJoint system shows the plywood backing and a specialized clip that allows the panels to snap tightly together. In addition to a water-tight installation, the composite construction incorporates a gel coat for a sm...