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Shower Or Tub: What Fits Your Lifestyle In Mount Vernon, WA?

Wondering What Product To Choose For A
Bath Remodel In Mount Vernon, WA?

Let Your Lifestyle Help You Decide
Between A Shower Or Bathtub

If you’re ready for a bath remodel in Mount Vernon, WA, you might wonder: Should I get a shower or a bathtub? At Bath Planet, we recommend two things to think about to help you decide:

  • Whether or not your current bathroom’s “wet area” works for you.
  • If you have a shower or bathtub now that you like and can’t imagine a life without it, then your bath remodel choice is more straightforward than someone who is dissatisfied with their current wet area.
  • In that case, the current product is probably not aligned with their lifestyle.
  • Which option might be a better fit for your lifestyle?
  • Living a more stress-free life often requires setting up a home that is in sync with a family’s lifestyle. Stop and think about what a typical day in the life of your family is really like. Lifestyles change over time, too.
  • This means that it may be time for a change or a home upgrade.

There are pros and cons to a bathtub remodel or conversion. Any bath installation, including a shower remodel, has to be thought through carefully.

A good question to ask yourself is: “Is this house my ‘forever home,’ or will I likely move in the future?”

Do You Live Your Life At Lightning Speed?

Let’s face it, modern life means being on the go – all day long. Some young parents say: “If I have time for a shower at all, I have to be in and out in record time.” That might mean a shower in your master bath would be the best choice.

However, parenting also involves cleaning up the children. Most parents prefer baths to showers for their little ones because they are easier and there’s less chance of a slip or fall. And the kids love to play in the bathtub. So a bathtub in the kids’ or hall bathroom might be the way to go.

Are You Sporty Or More Of A Homebody?

Very active people who go to the gym or play sports like running and pickleball sometimes bathe more than once daily because of perspiration, especially in the summer. In that case, a walk-in shower might be the perfect choice.

Showers are convenient and save money on water if they are quick, versus filling a bathtub.

But depending upon your personality or maybe what stage of life you are in, you may like to grab a glass of wine and a book and relax in a bathtub. There’s nothing like it for an at-home retreat after a long work week. Or if you are retired.

Consider Your Age, Not Just Your Lifestyle

Some people are reluctant to give up their bathtubs regardless of age. At Bath Planet, we understand that it can be challenging to consider future mobility needs.

One possible solution might be to do two bath remodels: one with an easy-access bathtub and another with a barrier-free or low-barrier shower.

And if you have a home with one large bathroom, Bath Planet can put one of each in the same room for a custom bath remodel that others will envy.

Keep in mind that both showers and bathtubs can be customized with aging-in-place accessories, such as grab bars, built-in seats, and handheld shower heads. If you’re concerned that a bathtub will be difficult to get in and out of, we offer solutions, including walk-in and other easy-access bathtubs.

Speedier Tub And Shower Cleaning

Depending upon your personal time constraints and ability to bend over or kneel, it may be faster and quicker to clean a shower than a bathtub. If you favor a shower, a barrier-free one may be the easiest to take care of.

It has fewer corners, joints, and grout lines, which reduces the accumulation of grime, mildew, and mold.

Because our showers are easier to clean, you won’t need to scrub as hard or use toxic chemicals. At Bath Planet, we use non-porous acrylic materials, which reduce the likelihood of mold and mildew growth.

If You Are Still Uncertain About Whether Or Not
A Shower Or Bathtub Is Better, Let’s Chat!

Our outstanding team of plumbers and installers is fully vetted, licensed, bonded, and insured. We want you to feel confident that your bath remodel is in good hands. At Bath Planet, we have a one to two-day shower and/or bathtub “wet area” remodel process down to a science.

We are fast and efficient while still providing high-quality workmanship.

We understand that there are many options for showers and bathtubs. If you are still feeling overwhelmed, we will be happy to come to your home for a complimentary consultation. Often, after seeing a bathroom’s current layout, our trained professionals can suggest a design you may never have thought of!