Converting Corner Tub to Shower

[clilly8781]

Hello all this is my first post but have been reading and notice the knowledge is great.

I am converting my corner tub to a shower/tub combo and turning my shower into a linen closet. I have been able to locate multiple post that say people have done this but I haven't been able to find any details on how to add the shower to the existing tub. I am pretty good at plumbing when I know what I need to do but I just cant picture how it should go.

Looking online the only options I have found are around $300 which I dont have to spend.

Can someone please help in explaining to me what modifications i need to make to add a hand shower or rain shower to this unit.

I also understand I will need to make sure the walls are waterproof my plan is to use corrugated steel which I have found on pinterest.

I have attached pictures of what my current tub looks like.

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[Greg]

Ok so if I understand your plan you are going to use the existing tub and add a shower head?

You will need a faucet with a deverter valve or possibly add a second faucet for just the shower. I would see if you can find a shower surround that would fit the walls rather than steel. It would be much easier to work with.

Greg

[1987Commodore]

It looks like your tub is plastic. Make sure it is adequately supported underneath to withstand any flexing from standing, particularly around the drain, so cracks don't develop.

[Norm Frechette]

why not keep the shower and turn the tub area into the linen closet?

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