Bathroom Renovation - Window-in-the-shower help

13 years ago

The contractor proposed a Sterling Vikrell shower/bath insert over the window so the outside of the house won't be disturbed (window is one of three evenly spaced windows in front of house, facing street). The other option is a half window with obscured glass (approximately the same size as the upper half of the existing opening), and a tiled shower area. We also thought about going with the enclosure, but eliminating the window entirely so we won't have to worry about it. Either way, a proper ventilation unit will be installed and possibly a skylight for this 5x8 bath. Any thoughts?

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hparks74

13 years ago

I would not cover it as that may show you are trying to hide a mold situation. . You can put a new vinyl window in and tile around it for water proofing in the shower. If your worried about your neighborhood seeing you sing in the shower then you can frost the window or tint it. If your budget does not allow you to refigure the floorplan then frosting or tinting would work well.

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Linda
13 years ago
Do you really mean permanently fill in the surface but leave the window on the outside of the house? As a buyer, I would run as fast as possible if I saw that "solution" in a home for sale.

Either redesign the bathroom to move the tub, or use tile and keep the window
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M.A.S. Construction
13 years ago
You should maybe get another contractor anyone who would suggest covering this up with an insert clearly does not have your best interest in mind.
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By Any Design Ltd.
13 years ago
You could infill the window with glass blocks and keep the casing and window sill details the same as is. This would not break up the look from the front and still let in some natural light.

Or you might consider some custom shutters inside the shower so you can close them for privacy and keep the window with clear glass.

I would second the argument that the window should not be sealed in.

JW
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McCabe By Design LLC
13 years ago
Consider tile or solid surface for the shower/tub surround. The window trim on the inside of the window can be painted with a marine grade paint if you are concerned about moisture or better yet, tile the casing and delete the trim. You can apply film to the bottom pane of the window for privacy.
vanandric
13 years ago
I would tile around the window and apply privacy film to the window to still allow for filtered natural light. If you have natural light in a bathroom, that is a great asset. I would not get rid of the window.
suemyles
13 years ago
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I would also keep the window, tile around it or keep the tile, both good options. I also agree that maybe you need to get another opinion, there are alot of bad contractors out there as well as good ones. Get referrals! Hunter Douglas has a white polysatin shutter that is designed for high humidity & heat. It would also be a great solution to the privacy issue.
medroog
12 years ago
Keep your beautiful vintage tile!
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SoCal Contractor
12 years ago
Replace the I.G unit (glass pack) with a sand blasted or similar obscured type glass if you don't mind the different window in the front of the house. Alternatively, close the window altogether and install a good fan and a skylight. A vinyl shutter could also work but I have never installed one inside a shower...