Tub to Shower Conversion vs Full Bathroom Remodel: Which Is Better for Your Florida Home?
If you’re staring at an outdated bathroom and trying to figure out whether to convert that old tub to a walk-in shower or gut the whole room, you’re asking the right question. The main distinction between a tub-to-shower conversion and a full remodel is scope-and that single difference drives everything else: cost, timeline, disruption, and […]
How Long Does a Shower Conversion Take?
How long does a tub-to-shower conversion take? At Academy Construction, a standard tub to shower conversion with grout-free materials typically takes 3–5 working days on site, and we give you that schedule before demo starts. We specialize in walk-in shower systems and grout-free options built for Florida’s humid coastal climate. A tile shower can add […]
ADA-compliant tub-to-shower conversions
Transfer, standard roll-in or alternate roll-in: which shower fits your needs? The ADA Standards describe three shower types: transfer, standard roll-in and alternate roll-in. Each has its own required dimensions and clearances: A transfer shower measures 36 by 36 inches clear inside, with a 36-inch-wide entry and a clear space at least 36 inches wide […]
Curbless (zero-threshold) shower conversions
What does a curbless shower conversion involve? Many bathrooms can get a curbless shower, but most of the work happens below the finished floor. A curbless shower is not a regular shower with the curb taken out. Curbless tiled showers rely on the floor slope to contain water and direct it to the drain, so […]
Small bathroom tub-to-shower conversion ideas
If your small bathroom is built around a standard tub and shower combo, the conversion ideas that work best usually keep the new shower inside the existing tub alcove. A typical plan uses a low-threshold shower base or a tiled pan and either grout-free wall panels or tile over a waterproofing membrane. It usually adds […]
Acrylic vs. tile vs. solid surface shower walls
Which shower wall material should you choose? The key decision factors are: 1. How “cheap” does it look versus how awesome does it look and do I care? 2. How durable is it / how long will it last? 3. How easy is it to clean and keep clean? 4. Is the material something […]