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Separate shower vs double vanity

6 years ago

Second bathroom. Used by guests, but for resale would be considered a kids bathroom. We want to begin the remodel, but.. do we
a) keep the floor plan with tub-shower combo and double-sink vanity or
b) separate shower and tub with a single vanity? We know opt A is cheaper and would like to save money, but want guests happy and do the best for resale value-add.

Comments (15)

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    A separate tub and shower is a luxury, i.e., something usually reserved for a master bath and as such, wouldn’t be expected in a secondary or kids bath, whereas a shower/tub combo and double sinks would be the norm. So, from a resale perspective, you’re probably fine to leave it in its current configuration. Really, the question I have is: What works best for you and your family? If you can tell me a little more about the house and the neighborhood demographics that’ll help, along with posting pictures of the current setup. 🙂

  • 6 years ago
    last modified: 6 years ago

    If it’s the hall bath on the second floor - Tub shower combo and double sinks.

    if it’s on the first floor, consider the question of aging in place and design an easy access shower.

  • 6 years ago

    I agree with @User. Keep the shower/tub combo and get rid of a sink for extra storage. Unless your vanity is really long. We have 2 sinks in our second bath. One is right inside the door, which makes it awkward to use especially for 2 people in the bathroom.

  • 6 years ago

    Sammy,
    The house is a single story, 3-bed, 2-bath. 2600 sq ft. The bathroom is not used by us at all. Empty nesters. We only have guests that sleep over maybe twice a year. We both shower and I believe in there lies my hesitance. I absolutely dislike a tub-shower combo myself. And therefore think everyone else feels the same. The neighborhood is a good mix of families, but also a few older couples.
    We have moved in recently. Nomads so we will move again I know! 🤦‍♀️🤷‍♀️
    anj_p: we have a long sink. Hall closet extends into the bathroom-our awkward area, but we will change that. At a minimum. Feels like a gorge when you enter, then opens up.

  • 6 years ago

    Hall closet to the left on entering, then vanity. Bath-tub on the right - behind the door.

  • 6 years ago

    And a color change is obvious.. 😄

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Tub/Shower combo + Single Vanity

  • 5 years ago

    Do you have a tub in your main bath? If it were my house and I had another tub, I would do a nice shower and leave the vanity as is, no tub.

  • 5 years ago

    Since we both only shower and want a large shower in the Main bathroom we will not have a tub other than in the second bathroom. Hence the reason we are leaving this one. Thanks for the input.

  • 5 years ago

    If you don't use it and think you'll move again before too long I'd leave it alone. Maybe some new paint or faucets if they're dated but otherwise save your money!

  • 5 years ago

    I am with you on hating the combos. My dislike comes because it is harder to clean a tub than vertical shower walls and when you really want a soak, who wants to scrub soap scum out of the tub from a week full of showers, first? So, if you can get a very efficient vanity with good storage, I would do a low-curb shower stall and a tub.

  • 5 years ago

    I would only change color, lighting and possibly faucets. It seems totally fine to me as a kids or guest bathroom as is.

  • 5 years ago

    Thanks for all the input.. watch this space. We should be done by the end of November. Would be great to know what you all think once we’re done.

  • 5 years ago

    I would keep the tub shower combo with a double vanity. You won’t lose storage with a double vanity. And it’s nice having two sinks especially when kids are getting ready for school.

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