A tub-to-shower conversion typically costs between $1,200 and $8,000, with a national average of $3,000. Some of the factors that determine the exact cost include the shower size and material, the ...

The typical range for walk-in tub installation is $1,500 to $12,000, with a national average of $4,000. The most significant cost factors affecting the cost of a walk-in tub are the tub size, type, ...

When Amanda Welch meets with new clients, 7 times out of 10 they’ll ask, “Do we take out the bathtub?” “People say that a lot. A lot,” says Welch, owner of Brooks Vale Design in Woodinville. “It’s one ...

The extra safety and comfort features of a walk-in tub (like heated seats or aromatherapy) are often worth it, especially for senior citizens and those with mobility issues, but they come at a hefty ...

Lee Wallender is a home improvement writer of nearly 20 years and specializes in home remodeling, repair and maintenance. Lowe Larretta is former lead editor for Forbes Home, covering all things ...

Everyone enjoys a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower. But for the elderly or disabled, traditional bathtubs and showers can present a safety challenge. Taking that first step into a bathtub or ...

A walk-in tub is a bathtub that has an entry door with a seat inside. Walk-in tubs are a great option for those who want to improve accessibility and comfort when bathing. The U.S. walk-in tub market ...

Home is the place where you're supposed to feel safest. But as you get older, fall risks lurk everywhere: on loose stairs, in cluttered hallways, and especially in the bathroom. Falls are the number ...

Because of my back pain and mobility problems, I’m interested in getting a walk-in bathtub that’s safe and easy to get in and out of. What all can you tell me about walk-in tubs, and can you recommend ...