Shower vs. Tub: Which is Best for Your Lakewood Remodel?

One of the most common questions we receive during consultations is whether to keep the bathtub or convert it into a spacious walk-in shower. In Lakewood's diverse housing market, the right choice depends on your lifestyle, your home's layout, and your long-term resale goals.

The Case for the Walk-In Shower

In modern Lakewood homes, a high-end shower installation is often the preferred choice. Here's why many Jefferson County homeowners are making the switch:

• Accessibility: Low-entry or curbless showers are significantly safer for aging-in-place and universal design.
• Modern Aesthetics: Frameless glass and custom tile work provide a cleaner, more spacious look that opens up small bathrooms.
• Convenience: Most adults rarely use a bathtub, making a large shower with multiple heads or body jets a more practical daily luxury.

The Case for Keeping the Tub

Despite the trend toward showers, bathtubs still have their place in the Colorado home:

• Families with Children: Having at least one tub in the house is almost always a requirement for families with small kids.
• Relaxation: For many, a deep soaking tub or a freestanding pedestal tub is the ultimate way to unwind after a day of hiking or skiing.
• Specific Layouts: In some larger master suites, a separate tub and shower setup remains the "gold standard" for luxury.

Resale Value Impact in Lakewood

The general rule in the Denver real estate market is to maintain at least one bathtub in the home. If your master bath currently has a tub and you want to convert it to a luxury shower, go for it—as long as there is another tub in a guest or hallway bathroom.

In fact, a high-quality tub-to-shower conversion often increases the value of a home by making the bathroom feel larger, more updated, and more functional for the average buyer.

"We're seeing a massive trend in Lakewood toward 'shower-only' master suites. Most buyers today value a large, high-end shower experience over a tub they might only use once a year."— Elena R., Lead Designer

Making the Decision

Before you tear out that old alcove tub, consider who will be using the space. If it's a guest bathroom, a tub-to-shower conversion might be the perfect way to modernize. If it's the primary bathroom in a home with only one bath, keeping the tub—perhaps with a high-end vanity upgrade—is usually the smarter investment.

Ready to Reconfigure Your Bathroom?

Our team can help you visualize both options with our 3D design tools. Whether you want a luxury walk-in shower or a beautiful new soaking tub, we handle the entire process from permits to final polish.

Learn more about our conversion services:

• Professional Tub-to-Shower Conversions
• Custom Shower Design & Install
• Full Bathroom Remodeling in Lakewood