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replacing shower for lower step and making larger
how much for converting shower to walk in and making bigger
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"Hi Margaret, it’ll be in the region of £1800-2500 depending on current set up"
Answered on 20th Jul 2026 - Member since Apr 2024 -
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"A typical project includes:
* Removing the existing shower enclosure and tray.
* Altering plumbing and the waste pipe if needed.
* Installing a larger shower tray or creating a wet-room style floor.
* Waterproofing (tanking) the shower area.
* Tiling the enlarged shower.
* Installing a fixed glass screen and new shower fittings.
* Making good any surrounding walls and flooring.
What affects the cost?
* Drain location: If the waste pipe can stay where it is, costs are lower.
* Shower type: A low-profile tray is generally less expensive than a fully tiled wet room.
* Tiles: Large-format porcelain or natural stone costs more than standard ceramic tiles.
* Fixtures: Premium showers and frameless glass screens increase the budget.
* Labour: Prices tend to be higher in London and the South East than elsewhere in the UK.
Budget guide
* Budget: £3,000–£4,500
* Mid-range (most common): £4,500–£6,500
* High-end: £7,500–£12,000+
If you’re only enlarging the shower and keeping the toilet and basin where they are, many homeowners spend around £4,500–£6,000 for a good-quality finish."
* Removing the existing shower enclosure and tray.
* Altering plumbing and the waste pipe if needed.
* Installing a larger shower tray or creating a wet-room style floor.
* Waterproofing (tanking) the shower area.
* Tiling the enlarged shower.
* Installing a fixed glass screen and new shower fittings.
* Making good any surrounding walls and flooring.
What affects the cost?
* Drain location: If the waste pipe can stay where it is, costs are lower.
* Shower type: A low-profile tray is generally less expensive than a fully tiled wet room.
* Tiles: Large-format porcelain or natural stone costs more than standard ceramic tiles.
* Fixtures: Premium showers and frameless glass screens increase the budget.
* Labour: Prices tend to be higher in London and the South East than elsewhere in the UK.
Budget guide
* Budget: £3,000–£4,500
* Mid-range (most common): £4,500–£6,500
* High-end: £7,500–£12,000+
If you’re only enlarging the shower and keeping the toilet and basin where they are, many homeowners spend around £4,500–£6,000 for a good-quality finish."
Answered on 20th Jul 2026 - Member since Feb 2026 -
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"It will cost £2500 including fixtures and fittings"
Answered on 20th Jul 2026 - Member since Feb 2023 -
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