ktambascio
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Hi,
I'm in the initial stages of planning out how we're going to add a basement bathroom to our current 1 bath house. I plan to go under the concrete to the sewer line which is about 5-6' away. I'll be hiring out the rough plumbing, and doing everything else on my own. I've done a lot of remodeling, but this is the first bathroom. We're looking to keep costs down, but still want quality to last beyond the 4-5 years we expect to stay here.
One item that I'm stumped on now, is the (alcove) shower. I'm seeing the following options:
I'm having trouble figuring out the best option for this. Are there other options that I should be considering? If you build an alcove shower, are there any other options than a glass door?
Thanks in advance,
Kevin
I'm in the initial stages of planning out how we're going to add a basement bathroom to our current 1 bath house. I plan to go under the concrete to the sewer line which is about 5-6' away. I'll be hiring out the rough plumbing, and doing everything else on my own. I've done a lot of remodeling, but this is the first bathroom. We're looking to keep costs down, but still want quality to last beyond the 4-5 years we expect to stay here.
One item that I'm stumped on now, is the (alcove) shower. I'm seeing the following options:
- Pre-fab shower units for around $300-$500
- Kohler shower pan for $250, concrete board/tile for the walls, glass shower door for $300-$500.
- Schluter Kerdi system for $300, drywall/tile for the walls/floor, glass shower door for $300-$500.
I'm having trouble figuring out the best option for this. Are there other options that I should be considering? If you build an alcove shower, are there any other options than a glass door?
Thanks in advance,
Kevin