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best shower over tub setup for bathroom shared by teens and toddler

Patrick Buckley
5 years ago

I have a bathroom that has a shower over tub at one end that goes the full width of the room (~62" long tub and 32" wide) The center line of the toilet is about 20" from edge of tub so there really is not a lot of room to separate out the shower, which I think would be best solution if it was possible. My question is what is best shower over tub setup for young kids (1-2 years) who also share the bathroom with a 16 year old girl?


I was thinking of doing a ceiling mount shower head (to make things feel less cluttered) and a shower wand for bath times. I like the idea of a partial glass divider but worry it will get in the way of bath time. I am not a fan of curtains but that might be my only option. Any advice/thoughts from people who are in similar situation?

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  • minipie
    5 years ago

    We have a set up which is pretty good, I think:

    We have the Bette Ocean bath which has a large internal size, and one straight end, so is good for showering in. Any bath with fairly slim sides and one straight end should work.

    We have a glass bath screen that folds inwards flat against the wall. For this you need a screen that pivots 180 degrees (ours is by Matki iirc). Our shower head is mounted high up so the screen clears it. The bath/shower controls are on the other wall so not in the way of the shower screen either - also avoids the wet arm issue.

    Finally, we have a bath filler mounted on the side of the bath, so no tap to bump against.

    hope this helps

    Comments (6)

    • Patrick Buckley
      Original Author
      5 years ago
      here are some photos of current layout.
    • A B
      5 years ago
      You can get bifold shower screens. Or could you redo the layout and have a walk in shower where the sink is?
    • minipie
      5 years ago

      Oh and yes we have a shower wand - unfortunately toddlers think it's a great toy. Slightly wish I'd just stuck with a jug for hair rinsing!!

    • Patrick Buckley
      Original Author
      5 years ago

      "bifold shower screens"? Tell me more about this option. I have not seen these much. I hadn't considered moving shower to sink area, that could actually work.


    • Angie
      5 years ago
      Patrick, it looks as though you're on the States. Here in the UK (and Europe) bi-fold shower screens are not uncommon. We have one and it's very useful. Each panel is about 6" wide and it all folds back next to the taps when not in use. In the morning I'll see if I can find some online but it's bedtime now! Someone else might come on with something for you to look at. Angie
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