A level shower entry changes how a bathroom feels and how you move through it. The work starts with floor height, drainage and the transition into the rest of the room.
Plan the floor before the finish
The shower still needs to drain even when the entry is level. Recessing the shower assembly or adjusting the surrounding floor can affect framing, doors and adjacent finishes. The workable approach depends on the existing structure; there is no universal conversion detail.
Control splash as well as drainage
A sloped floor handles water that reaches it. The showerhead and enclosure control where the spray travels first. We consider both, particularly in compact rooms where a vanity or doorway sits close to the shower opening.
Keep access personal
A level threshold can be useful for many households, but it does not make a bathroom accessible by itself. Entry width, turning space, controls and seating need to suit the person using it. Discuss those needs at the beginning of the design.
Start with the scope
What goes into your estimate?
The size of the room matters. So do the preparation, material, layout and the details at every edge. We’ll work through those with you before pricing the project.
Explore the cost factors ↗How the work comes together
Decisions first. Details throughout.
Start with photos and a conversation about the room. Then review the existing surfaces, measurements and tile selection. The scope should identify the preparation, transitions, responsibilities of other trades and the finish you expect. Changes discovered during removal need a conversation before they become additional work.
Tile is only part of the schedule. Material delivery, drying and curing, trade coordination and access to the room all influence the sequence. Tell Alex what the household needs during the work so the plan can account for it.
Explore the build process ↗Planning questions
Before your project.
Can an existing shower become curbless?
It may be possible after the floor structure, drain and surrounding elevations are reviewed. Some rooms need more extensive changes than simply removing the curb.
Do curbless showers need a linear drain?
Not always. Drain type and placement are chosen with the floor slope and tile layout. A linear drain can support certain designs, but it is not the definition of a curbless shower.
What affects the cost of curbless showers?
The dimensions, existing conditions, material choice and preparation all affect the scope. Send a wide photo, approximate measurements and your city. Alex can then discuss what needs an on-site assessment and what belongs in the written estimate.
How is the schedule decided?
Scheduling follows the agreed scope, material availability, preparation, curing and any work by other trades. Tell us about access limits or an only-bathroom situation before a date is set.
Do you work in Vancouver and Portland?
We serve Clark County, Washington, and the Portland metro. Include your city and any access details in your inquiry so we can discuss your specific location.