kariered I don't know the impact on resale for this, but I'm very curious about this too. My master bath is in dire need of a new tub surround. Two sides of the tub are surrounded by ledges, but the tile all over them and up the wall is in horrendous shape. I have thought about just ripping out the tub and making a giant shower. I have a tub in the hall bath with a nice shower surround (or soon will be--as it is getting redone right now).
Dytecture A clawfoot tub usually takes up less space than conventional drop in tub while still satisfying buyers who desire using a tub in the ensuite.
Norm Walters Construction Inc. Most of the people I talk to don't even use the tub in a master bathroom. I think at one time it was expected to be there at a certain price range home. I believe a luxury shower would make those memories fade for most.
Urbana ~ Designer Ellen Crystal as long as there is one tub or pool or hot tub somewhere in house, most people's feed back will go with the shower in the Ensuite.
tubs are used most frequently with young children or some folks like to soak if they have joint problems. As long as can be accommodated, they are usually happy.
Yarbro Home Improvement LLC Its getting more common, ( removing the only tub in a house ) and I'm starting to call "hogwash" on the real estate agents who claim it devalues a home. For example, and not long ago, not having a formal dining room in a home made it less valuable then one that did, and now, how many folks are removing the formal dining room for a larger kitchen. Lots! ( in my area anyway ) Many newly constructed homes eliminated the formal dining room. They've been replaced with more desirables like office / dens and / or larger kitchens. With all the bells and whistles that can be introduced to the shower these days, they become the resort style relaxing get away that a tub offered in the past. Rain heads, body sprays, steam showers, seating etc... Tubs are now for washing infants and pets, but there are alternatives for that with all the handheld devices that we have for our showers. With showers, no rules apply. Every style, shape and form one can imagine. My 2 cents FWIW
Nip Tuck Remodeling I am asked this question a lot. When I have asked professional realtors about bathing, the answer is to always have at least one bath tub in the house (families with small children primarily want this). In the last two years, my company has removed several large soaking tubs and replaced them with a larger walk in shower and additional storage. The realtors will also tell you that if the remodel is done well, with appropriate finishes and color schemes it will help sell the house.
If your hall bathroom is in line for update any time soon, you can do a little upgrade on the tub so that the bath lovers as well as the small families have an enjoyable place to bathe.
In the end, if this will be your home for the next 5-10 years (or more), design the space to fit your needs and enjoy.
tubs are used most frequently with young children or some folks like to soak if they have joint problems. As long as can be accommodated, they are usually happy.
If your hall bathroom is in line for update any time soon, you can do a little upgrade on the tub so that the bath lovers as well as the small families have an enjoyable place to bathe.
In the end, if this will be your home for the next 5-10 years (or more), design the space to fit your needs and enjoy.