If you’ve ever tuned in to a home improvement show and gotten inspired to completely rip out your bathtub and replace it with a spacious walk-in shower, you wouldn’t be alone. “It's a very popular ...

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 ...

If you've ever scrolled through Zillow listings or watched an episode of a home makeover show, you may have noticed a trend: bathtubs aren't as ubiquitous as they once were. In their place, spa-like ...

According to the Houzz 2023 bathroom trend report, more than a quarter of homeowners are removing the tub during a bath renovation. When removing the tub, most people (77%) are enlarging their ...

Compare shower that match your style, needs & space. Compare shower that match your style, needs & space. If you’re a senior living at home and have mobility concerns, you might consider installing a ...

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 ...

Many older adults prefer to age in place, but most homes weren't built with safety and accessibility features to make this possible. This is particularly dangerous in the bathroom, where an estimated ...

When you think of a luxurious bathroom, a large tub is probably at the center. In 2026, we're leaving the bathtub behind to make room for this shower trend.

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...