For an elderly person, or someone with handicaps, a walk in enclosure is a good idea. It is not everyone that has a shower to just step into when they want a quick wash without filling the tub. It is not difficult to convert a tub into a walk in shower, however, if that is what you want. It makes bathing quicker and easier.
If your tub is the only one you have, it is not a good idea to convert it, as it can decrease the value of your home. Many people would want a tub for bathing children and dogs. Plus, it is sometimes nice to just take a relaxing bath. However, if it is very important to you you can do the conversion. After all, it is your home.
A kit is the best option, especially if you are going to do it yourself. Most kits can be adapted to fit the present plumbing fixtures with very little adjustment. Also, all the supplies are provided the kit, usually at less cost than assembling them yourself. These kits are designed to fit in the space a tub takes up. Extras, such as shelves and seats, can be added at very little extra cost.
If you have a window in the tub area, you should not cover it. There is the danger of leakage, mold, mildew, and just about all sort of nasty things that can develop from the excess water. You can build it in to protect it from the shower, or move your installation over a bit if possible. If it is the only window in that particular bathroom, be ready to sacrifice some light.
Care should be taken to observe all regulations and take careful measurements. For example, the pan must have a minimum of 30 inches square. There are also measurements for things such as ceiling height, an approved distance of the wall from the toilet, and adequate allowances for door swing. It you don't have enough space, you can use sliding doors or a curtain.
The shower floor is another critical consideration. For ease of entry, especially for wheel chair entrance, it is good to have a floor without curbs. That means the floor must be lower than the surrounding floor, but that is a very hard thing to obtain. Curbs on the floor is an easy way to contain the water spray and drain it safely out. Curbs can be kept at the very minimum for effectiveness so entrance is easier.
Other things need to be checked at installation. All measurements should be rechecked for accuracy. Making a change is much easier before installation is complete. Another thing to check is at the time of demolition carefully check pipes and if not up to par, replace them. This eliminates later problems.
The sub floor is another important consideration. It should be checked carefully to the presence of mold and mildew and such. If it is not is good condition, replace it before making installation. Also, check the water valve for good function in controlling the water temperature and volume. This would be a good time to replace it with one of the single handle, adjustable valves. It is easier to replace and repair during installation than later.
If your tub is the only one you have, it is not a good idea to convert it, as it can decrease the value of your home. Many people would want a tub for bathing children and dogs. Plus, it is sometimes nice to just take a relaxing bath. However, if it is very important to you you can do the conversion. After all, it is your home.
A kit is the best option, especially if you are going to do it yourself. Most kits can be adapted to fit the present plumbing fixtures with very little adjustment. Also, all the supplies are provided the kit, usually at less cost than assembling them yourself. These kits are designed to fit in the space a tub takes up. Extras, such as shelves and seats, can be added at very little extra cost.
If you have a window in the tub area, you should not cover it. There is the danger of leakage, mold, mildew, and just about all sort of nasty things that can develop from the excess water. You can build it in to protect it from the shower, or move your installation over a bit if possible. If it is the only window in that particular bathroom, be ready to sacrifice some light.
Care should be taken to observe all regulations and take careful measurements. For example, the pan must have a minimum of 30 inches square. There are also measurements for things such as ceiling height, an approved distance of the wall from the toilet, and adequate allowances for door swing. It you don't have enough space, you can use sliding doors or a curtain.
The shower floor is another critical consideration. For ease of entry, especially for wheel chair entrance, it is good to have a floor without curbs. That means the floor must be lower than the surrounding floor, but that is a very hard thing to obtain. Curbs on the floor is an easy way to contain the water spray and drain it safely out. Curbs can be kept at the very minimum for effectiveness so entrance is easier.
Other things need to be checked at installation. All measurements should be rechecked for accuracy. Making a change is much easier before installation is complete. Another thing to check is at the time of demolition carefully check pipes and if not up to par, replace them. This eliminates later problems.
The sub floor is another important consideration. It should be checked carefully to the presence of mold and mildew and such. If it is not is good condition, replace it before making installation. Also, check the water valve for good function in controlling the water temperature and volume. This would be a good time to replace it with one of the single handle, adjustable valves. It is easier to replace and repair during installation than later.
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