Standing Tiled Shower Remodel: Before and After

See how a dated jetted-tub alcove became a spacious standing tiled shower with glass doors, dual shower systems, niches, and a linear drain.

From a Dated Tub Alcove to a Spacious Standing Shower

The AFTER photograph appears first. It shows a finished standing shower enclosed by clear sliding glass doors. Large gray stone-look wall tile gives the shower a calm, consistent backdrop, while a light pebble-style mosaic floor adds texture underfoot. Warm metallic fixtures create contrast against the cool gray tile.

The BEFORE photograph appears second. It shows the same bathroom area with a corner jetted tub, a beige tiled surround with decorative border strips, a curved shower-curtain rod, and older surrounding finishes. Replacing that arrangement with a dedicated shower changed both the appearance of the room and the way the space can be used.

What Changed

The most visible change is the removal of the jetted tub and the creation of a full shower enclosure. The new shower uses the available alcove from wall to wall, creating a wider bathing area and a much more open visual line through the bathroom.

Clear glass helps preserve that openness. Instead of a curtain dividing the room, the finished enclosure allows the tile, fixtures, niches, and floor to remain visible. The sliding-door layout also avoids requiring extra floor space for a hinged door to swing outward.

The wall finish changed from smaller beige tile with decorative bands to large-format gray tile with restrained movement. Fewer visual interruptions make the enclosure feel taller and more cohesive. The layout still has variation, but the overall palette stays quiet enough for the warm metallic hardware to stand out.

Dual Shower Systems Add Flexibility

The finished shower includes two wall-mounted systems, one on each side. Each side combines an overhead rain-style showerhead with a handheld wand. The paired layout gives the enclosure a balanced appearance and provides different ways to rinse, shower, and clean the space.

The warm gold- and bronze-toned components repeat across the showerheads, wands, controls, door hardware, niche trim, and linear drain. Coordinating these visible pieces is what makes the finish look intentional rather than assembled one item at a time.

Niches Keep the Floor Clear

Two recessed niches are visible on the back wall beneath the window. Their dark hexagonal accent tile introduces a smaller pattern that relates to the texture of the shower floor. Warm metallic trim outlines each niche and connects it visually to the plumbing fixtures.

Built-in storage helps keep bottles and daily-use items off the shower floor. Niche placement should always be coordinated with framing, plumbing, tile layout, and the waterproofing plan before installation begins.

A Linear Drain Supports the Clean Layout

A long linear drain is positioned near the front-right side of the shower. Its warm metallic finish matches the other hardware, so a necessary functional component becomes part of the design. The surrounding mosaic floor uses smaller pieces that can follow the required slope toward the drain more easily than large wall tile.

The visible tile and drain are only the finish layer. A successful shower also depends on proper substrate preparation, waterproofing, slope, drain integration, movement joints, and sealant at changes of plane. Those details must follow the selected system, manufacturer instructions, and applicable local requirements.

Why the Before-and-After Works

This transformation succeeds because the new elements support one clear direction. The gray wall tile creates a calm foundation. Clear glass keeps the enclosure visually open. The pebble-style floor adds texture, while the darker niche tile adds controlled contrast. Warm metallic fixtures then tie together the functional details.

Most importantly, the comparison shows a complete change in use: a dated tub-and-curtain arrangement became a dedicated standing shower with two shower systems, built-in storage, clear glass, and a coordinated drainage solution.

Lunko Construction remodels bathrooms and installs tile for homeowners across North Alabama, including Huntsville, Madison, Florence, Muscle Shoals, Athens, and nearby communities. Contact us to discuss a bathroom layout and finish plan for your home.

Project scope, site conditions, product specifications, permits, and code requirements vary. Final construction details should be confirmed for the specific home and selected materials.

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