Is Replacing a Tub With a Shower the Right Move?

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Homeowners are increasingly swapping out their bathtubs for showers. Learn the pros and cons.

A steamy debate has been brewing in bathroom remodels: Should you replace a bathtub with a walk-in shower — or keep the tub? Or have both?

Before making a change, consider a few pros and cons. In the world of real estate, such bathroom matters could make a difference in your home’s marketability and resale value.

Bathtub vs. Shower: Advantage Shower

More homeowners are ditching their oversized, unused bathtubs to accommodate a larger shower, according to the National Kitchen & Bath Association’s 2025 Bath Trends Report. The NKBA surveyed design experts, remodelers, product manufacturers, and more. The results show that the most popular bathroom remodel update over the next three years will center on replacing a bathtub with a walk-in shower.

“[Showers are] where homeowners are investing their money” in bathroom remodels, whether it’s enlarging the size or embracing the groutless shower trend, says Angie Hicks, cofounder of Angi.

Sherri Drew, vice president of design studios at Tri Pointe Homes, says she has noticed the trend toward larger walk-in showers among new-home construction buyers. Homeowners are investing more money in upgrading their primary suites. They’re notably fancying up their showers with add-ons like double showerheads, steam showers, or upgraded tiles.

Homeowners often prefer showers for everyday use but also because they accommodate a wide range of ages and household members with mobility issues, according to the NKBA survey. Further, space limitations might be part of the push to replace a bathtub with a shower, since showers tend to fit more easily into tighter areas.

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