If you’ve ever tuned in to a home improvement show and gotten inspired to completely rip out your bathtub and replace it with a spacious walk-in shower, you wouldn’t be alone. “It's a very popular ...

You could spend anywhere from several hundred to several thousand dollars replacing your tub, depending on the scope of your project, whether you do the work yourself, what kind of bathtub you choose ...

For seniors and those with mobility challenges, finding a safe and reliable walk-in tub can make bathing more comfortable. These tubs replace the high walls of a standard bathtub with a low step-in ...

Everyone enjoys a relaxing bath or an invigorating shower. But for the elderly or disabled, traditional bathtubs and showers can present a safety challenge. Taking that first step into a bathtub or ...

In an older house, the wrong “upgrade” can quietly erase tens of thousands of dollars in resale value before you ever call a ...

Do you want to get rid of your alcove bathtub and replace it with a walk-in shower? If so, here are the advantages and drawbacks. As we navigate through unprecedented times, our journalists are ...

I am retired and would like to be able to stay in my home, “age in place” as they say. To feel more secure and avoid falls I would love to have a walk-in shower with safety grab bars instead of the ...

Deb Hipp is a freelance health and medical writer and editor who lives in Kansas City, Missouri. She is a former investigative reporter with more than 25 years of experience as a journalist and writer ...

Q: We have two full bathrooms and want to convert both tub and shower units to walk-in shower stalls. But some friends have mentioned that removing the bathtubs could possibly classify the bathrooms ...

Medicare does not typically cover the cost of walk-in showers, as they are considered home modifications rather than durable medical equipment (DME). Exceptions may exist, and Medicare Advantage plans ...