If you live in South Tampa and your master bathroom still has a tub you never use, you're sitting on one of the highest-impact upgrades available: a tub-to-shower conversion. From Hyde Park bungalows to new builds off Bayshore, homeowners are trading cramped, awkward tubs for spacious tiled walk-in showers that feel like a spa and add real resale appeal.
Konar Bros Tile Co. is a family-run tile specialist serving all of South Tampa. We've built countless tub-to-shower conversions over our eight years — each one reframed, fully waterproofed to a Schluter-grade standard, and tiled to last. We work one project at a time, never use subcontractors, and back every job with our 10-year workmanship and waterproofing warranty.
Why South Tampa Homeowners Are Ditching the Tub
In most South Tampa households there's one tub that simply never gets used — it just collects dust and eats up footprint that could be a generous walk-in shower. Converting it opens the space dramatically, makes the bathroom easier to clean, and removes the daily nuisance of stepping over a high tub wall.
It's also a smart resale move. As long as the home keeps at least one tub (often in a secondary bath), buyers in South Tampa overwhelmingly prefer a large, modern tiled shower in the primary suite. A well-built conversion is one of the better returns you can get on a bathroom dollar.
And accessibility matters as people age in place. A curbless, zero-threshold shower is far safer than climbing in and out of a slippery tub. We build these conversions to be both beautiful and practical for the long haul.
What Happens During a Conversion
We start by removing the old tub and surround and hauling it away. Then we reframe the space for a proper shower — adjusting the walls, the floor pan area, and the plumbing rough-in as needed. Older South Tampa homes often have framing that isn't plumb or level, so substrate correction is part of nearly every conversion we do.
Next is the part that matters most in Florida: complete waterproofing with a Schluter-grade membrane system — a pre-sloped pan, bonded wall waterproofing, and sealed niches and benches. We never skip or cheap out on this step, because it's the difference between a shower that lasts five years and one that lasts twenty-five. Read what Schluter waterproofing is for the full picture.
Finally we set the tile with tight, consistent grout lines and add whatever upgrades you've chosen — a recessed niche, a bench seat, large-format wall panels, or a glass-tile accent band. Our free design consultation helps you pick tile, grout color, and where to buy at no extra charge.
Design Options for Your New Walk-In Shower
Curbless vs curbed entry. A curbless (zero-threshold) shower gives a sleek, modern, open feel and is easier to step into; a low curb is more traditional and slightly simpler to build. We help you decide based on your floor and drain layout — see curbless vs curbed showers for the trade-offs.
Tile and pattern. Large-format porcelain panels minimize grout lines for a clean look, while subway, herringbone, and mosaic patterns add character. A marble or glass mosaic accent band is a popular way to add a focal point without breaking the budget.
Built-in features. Recessed shampoo niches, a bench seat, and the right glass enclosure turn a basic conversion into a true showpiece. We'll walk through every option during the design consult and show you our full tile services.
Timeline, Cost, and Coverage
A tub-to-shower conversion in South Tampa typically takes 4–7 working days including demo, reframing, waterproofing, tile, and grout curing. Because we run one project at a time, your bathroom won't sit half-finished while we juggle other sites — and you'll get daily progress photos throughout.
Most conversions in South Tampa run $3,000–$7,000 depending on size, tile choice, and features. We give a flat, written quote after a free in-home visit, so the number you sign is the number you pay. For the bigger picture on pricing, see our pricing page and how much shower tile installation costs in Tampa.
We serve every South Tampa neighborhood — Hyde Park, Davis Islands, Palma Ceia, Bayshore Beautiful, Sunset Park, and the Westshore corridor. See our South Tampa service area page or call (813) 439-1652 to schedule your free estimate.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a tub-to-shower conversion cost in South Tampa?
Most conversions in South Tampa run $3,000–$7,000 depending on size, tile choice, and features like niches or benches. We give a flat, written quote after a free in-home visit. See our pricing page for full ranges.
Will removing my tub hurt my home's resale value?
Not if your home keeps at least one tub, usually in a secondary bathroom. Buyers in South Tampa strongly prefer a large modern tiled shower in the primary suite, so a quality conversion typically adds appeal.
Can you build a curbless walk-in shower?
Yes — curbless, zero-threshold showers are one of our most popular conversion styles. They look modern, are easier to step into, and are safer for aging in place. We'll confirm your floor and drain layout can support it during the estimate.