bath or shower

[bluetoon]

hi we are renovating the bathroom. and we are thinking of removing the bath and having a shower instead to create a bit more room.but we wonder if removing the bath would have an adverse when we try to sell the house without it.can i have some opinions would you buy a house that did not have a bath.

[sahida]

we have done just that, took the bath out, as we (6 of us) are shower ppl, havent missed the bath, because WE have a very hectic lifestyle, its been 2yrs and I must admit i miss having a bath jst to unwind!!!
if i had to rewind then i wld opt to have a shower put over the bath, google for images, great ideas,
GOOD LUCK

[sara3]

http://www.bathmart.c...ls.asp?productid=4149

have you considered something like this? I'm going to order one and it will fit in widthways, so will create space. we never use the current bath, but this little "sit bath" has plenty of room for showering, and an option for a bath. there are more expensive versions (google sit bath) but this one has better space for showering and is cheaper.

[Jemisa]

When selling your house it splits buyers into groups really. Families with children like a bath, but older people like the idea of a shower enclosure. I don't think you lose any value of the house but it may take longer to sell because you are restricting your buyers. Having said that we've done just that and have now a stunning shower room & wouldn't go back.
Aunty Jem.

[buildersmate]

I agree with Jem. It pretty much depends what sort of person is likely to buy your house. If it is predominently an area and a house to appeal to young families, you are restricting your potential buyers. Otherwise, no issues.

[ummmm]

If I was buying and it was between a house with a bath and a house without (presuming they are in similar condition) I'd go for the house with a bath.

[hc4361]

Unless you intend selling it soon, do what suits you. This is your home, after all, not just an investment.

[buildersmate]

Fine HC, but the lady specifically asked this:
"If removing the bath would have an adverse when we try to sell the house without it"

[annie0000]

If your house is a family house then I would say leave the bath, if it is more likely to appeal to young or old couples then a shower will be popular. Depends on your market.

[bluetoon]

hi thanks for all your views on this subject..it appears to be the bath looks most popular as our house would be more suited for a family as it has a very large garden and plenty of room to extend if required..but we are still undecided. we intend to move in 3yrs when i retire .so the bath /shower is a big decision to make..once again thanks for all your input

[Naomicorlett]

Check with a bathroom planner . We were able to fit normal bath and separate shower enclosure into Ma-in-law's fairly small bathroom much to our suprise.