It is one of the most common questions homeowners ask during a bathroom renovation: should you keep the bath or switch to a walk-in shower? The answer depends on your home, your buyer profile, and how you use the space.
What Estate Agents Say
Most estate agents recommend keeping at least one bath in the house, especially if you have a family home. Removing the only bath can reduce your property value by 5-10%. However, adding a walk-in shower as a second bathroom or ensuite is consistently one of the best value-adding improvements.
When a Walk-In Shower Wins
In small bathrooms, a walk-in shower with frameless glass creates a feeling of space that a bath cannot match. For older homeowners or those with mobility concerns, a level-access shower is both practical and a strong selling point.
When to Keep the Bath
If your home has only one bathroom, keep the bath. Families with young children need baths, and buyers will factor the cost of reinstalling one into their offer. Freestanding roll-top baths in larger bathrooms are a genuine luxury feature that adds perceived value.
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