One way to change the look and modernize a home is to remodel the bathroom. There are many things to discuss about bathroom remodels, but the emphasis here will be on the shower stall. Many houses built in the 1960s and 1970s included bathtubs. Unless you’re looking for a Jacuzzi-type tub, it’s now more common to remove the tub and transform the area into a shower. To do this, you will first need to remove the tub.

Once the bathtub is removed, there are a couple of options regarding the base. A prefabricated shower tray can be purchased and installed. Or you can float the floor and create your own tray. The next decision is the walls. 4″ x 4″ tiles are obsolete. The smallest recommended tile size would be 6″ x 6″, however for a more modern look tiles 12″ x 12″ or larger would be ideal. Travertine is a very popular material used for shower and bathroom walls.

Another option to consider for the walls is solid stones, and install a solid piece on each wall in the shower area. Shower accessories are also important for color, style and appearance. Brushed nickel provides the most modern look, and overhead rain showers have become very popular.

Once you’ve finished the inside of the shower, you’ll need to figure out how to keep the water from leaking out. Glass enclosures are very popular. 3/8″ thick clear safety glass is most common so you can show off the work you’ve done in the shower area. However, there are options for etched glass or architectural glass, if the budget allows.