Drop in

Thanks for the reply. How did you handle the drop in on the three walls since it does not have the tile flange? I was considering doing something like this to eliminate the alcoves apron. Plumbing supply reps have cautioned me above doing this without a flange to avoid leaks.

The tile has a finished (polished) edge.

Hi, I was able to find a similar tub in an alcove style, with a factory applied tile flange. It's a Bain Ultra Pro Meridian. Our construction is not yet completed and my contractor has cautioned me about tiling the front of the tub up to the lip of the tub. He believes we might have issues with the grout line where the tile meets the tub from movement in the tub. Do you know if the homeowner has had any problems? It looks like you might not have grouted the gap between the tub and tile (base upon this picture). He would prefer that we install the tub like a drop in and have a slab of marble or granite between the tub and the tile. A very different look, and not the best for a combination tub/shower.

justbuilding - did you go through and get that tub? We are going to renovate our bathroom in a few months and we chose the Bain Ultra Pro Meridian. We were planning to tile up the front of the tub as well. I did not go with a drop in because of the reason you pointed out (ie not the best for a combination tub/shower). Would love to hear how it came out.

I am wanting to tile the front of my son's tub. I only want tile on the front facing side - not full drop in with slab on top.

I read all of your comments. I didn't think about possible leaks. It's been a couple of years...what did everyone decide to do? Are u glad u did it?

Thank you!!!