Walk-In Shower Installation
Walk-In Shower Installation Calgary
Frameless or semi-frameless glass, custom tile, and a drain layout that fits your space — installed as a standalone project or part of a full renovation.
What's included
Every detail of a walk-in shower, planned before we start
Glass style, tile pattern, bench or niche, and drain placement all affect each other — we work through these decisions during your free consultation, not mid-project.
- Frameless & semi-frameless glass
- Custom tile walls & floor
- Linear or center drain
- Built-in bench seating
- Recessed niche shelving
- Waterproof membrane system
- Fixed-price quote
- Two-year craftsmanship warranty
Design decisions
What actually shapes a walk-in shower
A walk-in shower is one of the most customizable parts of a bathroom — these are the decisions worth making early.
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Glass style changes the room's whole feel
Frameless glass reads as more open and modern; a fixed panel with a wider gap costs less. We can show you both during your consultation.
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Linear drains allow a slimmer slope
A linear drain along one edge lets the floor slope in a single direction, which works well with large-format tile that would otherwise need to be cut for a center drain.
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Niches and benches are easiest to add before tile goes up
A recessed niche or built-in bench needs to be framed and waterproofed as part of the shower structure — deciding on these upfront avoids a compromise later.
How it works
Your walk-in shower, step by step
The same four-step process as every Timeless Interiors project, applied to your shower specifically.
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Free consultation
We measure the space, talk through glass and tile options, and settle on drain placement — no charge, no obligation.
- 2
Fixed-price quote
You receive an itemized quote within 48 hours covering framing, waterproofing, tile, and glass.
- 3
Framing, plumbing & waterproofing
Drain, framing, and the waterproof membrane all go in before a single tile is set.
- 4
Tile, glass & walkthrough
Tile, fixtures, and glass go in last, followed by a walkthrough together before we consider it done.
Before your consultation
A few things worth thinking about first
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Grout maintenance is a real long-term cost
Large-format tile with fewer grout lines costs a bit more upfront but is noticeably easier to keep clean than a mosaic pattern with dense grout lines.
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Water pressure and fixture count should be decided together
A rain shower head, a handheld wand, and body jets all draw water at once if you want them simultaneously — worth confirming your home's supply can handle it before you commit to a fixture package.
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A bench doesn't have to be built-in
A teak shower bench or a fold-down seat are lower-cost alternatives to a built-in tiled bench if budget is a bigger factor than the fully custom look.
Common questions
Walk-in shower FAQs
Can I get a walk-in shower installed without renovating the whole bathroom?
Yes — a walk-in shower can be installed as a standalone project, replacing an existing shower or tub without touching the vanity or toilet.
What's the difference between frameless and semi-frameless glass?
Frameless glass uses thicker, unframed panels for a cleaner look and costs more; semi-frameless uses thinner glass with a metal frame around the edges and costs less. Both are fully waterproofed the same way.
Do you install curbless walk-in showers?
Yes, where the existing floor structure allows for it — we assess this during your free consultation.
Explore more
More bathroom renovation options
A walk-in shower is often installed as part of a full bathroom renovation, but works just as well as its own standalone project if the rest of the room is staying the way it is.
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Get a free, no-obligation consultation and a fixed-price quote within 48 hours.