Project Overview
Converted an existing tub area in an Anderson, SC bathroom into a fully waterproof tile walk-in shower using a Wedi or Schluter waterproofing system, epoxy grout for low-maintenance durability, color-matched silicone at changes of plane, a new shower door, and corner shelves. Project also updated flooring, countertops, fixtures, lighting, mirrors, vanity finish, and paint.
The Challenge
The original tub was rarely used and the wall tile around it had failed seals at the corners and plane changes. The homeowner wanted the tub removed in favor of a real walk-in shower — and they specifically asked about epoxy grout because they were tired of the staining and re-sealing cycle on a previous tile shower.
Our Solution
We removed the existing tub, wall tile, and related plumbing fixtures, then inspected the framing and subfloor and completed minor repairs as needed. A complete Wedi or Schluter waterproofing system went in before any tile — pan, walls, drain, and curb. New wall tile was installed with epoxy grout (chosen specifically for its stain and water resistance vs. cement grout) and color-matched silicone was applied at every change of plane to keep the corners from cracking out over time. We installed two corner shelves and a showerhead with handheld attachment, then installed a new shower door after final measurement and leveling. The flooring scope removed existing tile and carpet up to the bathroom entrance and replaced it with about 60 sq ft of new tile, a threshold transition, and PVC baseboard. Countertops were swapped for new quartz or granite with undermount sinks, and we updated paint, vanity finish, mirrors, electrical devices, vanity lights, and bathroom fixtures (Moen Lindor or comparable) to complete the refresh.
Scope of Work
- Removed existing tub, wall tile, and related plumbing fixtures
- Inspected framing and subfloor; completed minor repairs as needed
- Installed complete Wedi or Schluter waterproofing system
- Installed new wall tile with epoxy grout for stain and water resistance
- Applied color-matched silicone at all changes of plane
- Installed two corner shelves and showerhead with handheld attachment
- Installed new shower door after final measurement and leveling
- Removed existing tile flooring and carpet up to bathroom entrance
- Installed ~60 sq ft new tile flooring, threshold transition, and PVC baseboard
- Installed new quartz or granite countertops with undermount sinks
- Updated paint, vanity finish, mirrors, electrical devices, vanity lights, and fixtures
Materials & Products
- •Wedi or Schluter waterproofing system
- •Epoxy grout (stain and water resistant)
- •Color-matched silicone
- •Porcelain tile shower wall
- •Porcelain tile bathroom floor
- •PVC baseboard
- •Quartz or granite countertops with undermount sinks
- •Moen Lindor or comparable brushed-nickel fixtures
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a bath-to-shower conversion?
It removes an existing tub and replaces it with a walk-in shower designed for easier access, updated style, and improved daily function. For homes with multiple bathrooms (so at least one tub remains for resale), it's one of the most popular Upstate SC bath upgrades.
Why epoxy grout instead of cement grout?
Epoxy grout is stain-resistant, water-resistant, and doesn't need annual re-sealing the way cement grout does. It costs more up front and installs more slowly, but it's the right call for any shower where the homeowner is sick of grout maintenance — and that's most homeowners.
Was this only a shower project?
No. The scope also included new flooring, countertops, painting, fixtures, mirrors, lighting, electrical updates, and vanity refinishing. Once we're in for a bath-to-shower conversion, it's often the right time to refresh the rest of the room at the same time.