Rebuild or regrout?
This is the first question we answer on every bathroom estimate, because the honest answer saves most people money. If your shower tile is sound and only the grout is cracked, stained or moldy, regrouting brings it back for a fraction of the cost and in one day.
A rebuild is the right call when:
- Tiles are loose, hollow or cracked
- The wall behind the tile feels soft or spongy
- The shower pan leaks or the floor tile has shifted
- The tile is simply dated and you want a new look
We will tell you which it is. We have been doing both in Palm Beach County since 2002.
What a shower rebuild involves
| Stage | What happens | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition | Old tile and backer removed and hauled away | Lets us see and fix what is behind the wall |
| Waterproofing | Walls and pan sealed with a waterproofing system | The step that prevents leaks and mold later |
| Layout | Tile centered and planned so cuts land evenly | Looks intentional instead of rushed |
| Setting | Tile set in full coverage, niches and benches built in | Durability and no hollow spots |
| Grout and caulk | Grout cured, corners caulked, optional color seal | Clean lines that stay clean |
Most showers take about a week from demolition to first use.
Tub-to-shower conversions
Many of our bathroom projects start with a tub nobody uses. We remove it, build and waterproof a new shower pan, add a niche and a bench if you want them, and tile the walls and floor. Walk-in showers are easier to get in and out of, easier to clean, and make a small bathroom feel larger.
Choosing tile for a bathroom
- Porcelain is dense, nearly non-porous and the best choice for shower walls and floors.
- Ceramic is less expensive and works well on walls and in lower-traffic bathrooms.
- Glass and mosaic make great niches, borders and accent walls, and mosaic sheets give a shower floor the grip it needs.
- Natural stone looks beautiful but is porous and needs sealing. We will explain the maintenance before you choose it.
Not sure? We have installed every one of these in Palm Beach County bathrooms and can show you what has held up.
After the tile is in
New grout is porous. Color sealing it right away keeps shower grout white and mildew-free and carries our 10-year guarantee. It is the cheapest time to do it, before anything has stained.
