We installed a Kohler cast iron pan in our guest bathroom. We are extremely happy with it--it looks nice and is well-made (solid and sturdy).

Sounds like you're DIY'ing this and tiling the shower floor? I just built a shower and made the pan with deck mud which turned out to be easy enough. But if your shower size is such that you can use the Schluter pan, I'd use go that way to save some work and eliminate the possibility of errors. You'll still need to have a level floor. There's much to consider when building a shower, such as how to waterproof it. I used Laticrete's Hydro Ban waterproofing membrane, which you can use with the Schluter pan. It's easier than using the Kerdi membrane, IMHO.

Just call around and check internet sources for your glass price. I used Wilson Glass in Berkeley Ca. and they deliver. Google "Frameless shower doors" for more suppliers.

I wrote up my project here, which includes building the shower and installing frameless glass doors:

http://www.billbblog.com/Diy/29/DIY-Bathroom

Bill, you're absolutely right. I've been following your website for the updates and you've inspired me to want to tackle this myself. I should be able to use the Schluter pan and the Tile Shop recommended to use the Hydroban. I was quoted $80 per gallon and haven't shopped around for prices on it yet.

I've got 2" tiles for the floor with a square shower drain and 18" rectangular tiles for the wall with a 2" inlay of a blue glass tile to match with the "beachish" theme I'm going for in my bathroom.

I paid $75/gal for the Hydro Ban. FYI, I've read that large rectangular tiles sometimes have more warp in them and so, can be more difficult to install due to lippage. Maybe this is more of an issue with "plank" tiles, which are narrower. The manufacturer should publish specs on any size variations. Just something you might want to investigate.

bill g,

I'm looking at a tile that is 25x33cm

Wall Tile:
Storie Bombay - 10x13

Wall Accent:
Blue Twilight - 1"x2"

Floor:
Claros Silver Tumbled - 2"

I dont't care for the color of the Bombay with your other selections. Have your tried another combination? From the pictures the colors sort of look like they're from different color families. I think there could be a better match.