As you prepare for your bathroom remodeling project, you might debate whether you should choose a tub or shower. Though a tub is available in aesthetically pleasing styles and offers the relaxation of deep soaking, shower door installation provides unique benefits and is often the better investment.

4 Reasons to Choose Showers Instead of Tubs

1. Save Space

The average bathtub measures about 72 inches long and 30 inches wide. Compare this to the average shower door installation, which has an approximate length and width of 36 inches. Use the space you save to add more storage solutions, such as shelving and cabinets. 

2. Less Water Waste 

Bathtubs may hold up to 45 gallons of water at one time, which creates excessive waste, especially if you bathe every day. When you take a five-minute shower, you’ll only use about 12.5 gallons of water.

Reduce this volume even further by installing high-efficiency shower heads with restrictor valves, resulting in low flow without reducing water pressure. 

3. Low Maintenance 

Bathtubs tend to create the potential for damage, as water can splash out of the basin and seep into your flooring. Showers make this issue less likely since they have tightly sealed enclosures. They also discourage mold, mildew, and hard mineral buildups with caulk sealant. 

4. Accessibility 

For those with limited mobility or injuries, it may be difficult to get in and out of bathtubs. Make the remodeled space more accessible with wide shower door installations, grab bars, and benches. 

 

When you’re ready to remodel your bathroom, contact KKTF Hawaii for shower door installation. They offer glass doors and windows to clients throughout Ewa Beach and the rest of Oahu. Call (808) 200-0562 to request an estimate. Visit the website to learn more about their glass replacement services.