"Individual walk-in shower floor tiles should be four inches or less in order to increase slip-resistance," says Vern Yip, author of the new book Color Pattern Texture: The Foundation to Make Your Home Your Own. "The increased number of grout joints provides more traction. Smaller tiles also more easily conform to the slope of the underlying shower pan to support positive water drainage."
"Polished tiles should be avoided on the floor," Yip suggests. "They'll generally be more slippery than a honed tile."
"The costs for a walk-in shower vary widely depending on materials and required plumbing work," he says. "That said, bathroom designers on Houzz say the sleek lines and minimal styling of walk-in showers gives them a high-end luxe look that will boost any bathroom's style credentials and potentially improve a home's overall value."
Floor tile choice for walk-in showers must balance safety and aesthetics. Smaller tiles four inches or less increase slip resistance by adding grout joints for traction and better conforming to shower pan slope for drainage. Flooring should have texture or grip underfoot; polished tiles are generally slipperier than honed tiles and should be avoided on the floor. Walk-in shower costs vary widely: a common general estimate is $35,000, though many projects start around $13,000 with quality materials and timeless fixtures. Costs depend on materials chosen and plumbing complexity. Sleek, minimal walk-in showers can enhance bathroom style and potentially boost home value.
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