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<\/a>Let\u2019s get technical. For those that have read about or looked at walk-in shower pictures online, there\u2019s a chance that you\u2019ve seen some phony passes of them. AKA, ones that have doors.To clear the air on what really constitutes walk-in shower designs, we have a quick breakdown for you.
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First and foremost, a walk in shower is without a door. The concept is for it to be open so you can just literally walk-in. Who doesn\u2019t love the ease of that?
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There is likely a half panel of glass, half wall, or in some cases, no panels at all and is completely open. There\u2019s no wrong way of designing as long as it fits your taste!
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It should also be noted that a walk in shower and tub don\u2019t mesh well together. For it to be this type of shower, there is no tub present, it\u2019s just flooring. There is usually no \u201ccurb\u201d or \u201cstep up\u201d, it\u2019s all even ground. That said, some may have a slight raise, depending on what the design warranted. But, nothing substantially noticeable.
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In essence, it\u2019s a super modern design that will make an impression.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
1 ) The Benefits <\/h2>\n\n\n\n
When it comes to these types of showers, there are countless benefits. Aside from sheer beauty, there are more functional ones to go over, so let\u2019s start.
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Mobility Perks.<\/strong> One of the most major mobility perks is that since there\u2019s no tub or step-up, this design is perfect for younger children as well as elderly. There\u2019s less chance for slips thanks to this open floor plan design. Small Space Helper. <\/strong>If you have a smaller space for your bathroom, this shower can do wonders. A walk in shower for a small bathroom is a classic way to make an open, spacious look. It rids having \u201cclosed off\u201d areas and allows the overall design to flow freely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Wet, Dry, Done. <\/strong>Getting out of the shower to step onto a bath mat, and then put a towel on, results in more puddles than pleasure. This, in turn, is a slip hazard. Luckily with a walk in shower, you can have an area for your towel where you can easily grab it, and dry off inside without dragging wet around. Add In Seating. <\/strong>Want to take a rest? The beauty of this shower is there is room to add in a bench. This lets you take a second to enjoy the warmth while cleansing, or you can even meditate for a second then enjoy your morning coffee. No judgement. <\/p>\n\n\n\n It\u2019s also good to balance the benefits with some potential cons so your design decision is flawless. To do that, we have possible drawbacks for this shower type to help you out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Less Privacy. <\/strong>Without doors or with only glass panels, you can bet that there is less privacy involved. If someone accidentally pops in while you\u2019re showering, you\u2019ll find yourself in a pretty vulnerable position. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Home Value. <\/strong>When it comes to world of real estate, most homes need a shower and <\/em>tub to be considered a full bathroom. Unfortunately, with just a walk-in shower to show for, it doesn\u2019t pass this standard. Something to keep in mind if selling your home at a higher value is of interest to you. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Babies + Tubs. <\/strong>Babies and small children are better off bathing in a tub. For that reason, it may not be the best match if you only have one bathroom and a newborn. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
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<\/a>2 ) The *Possible* Drawbacks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n