Senior-Friendly Bathroom Remodels in Morton Grove, IL
Delta Remodels completed this accessible bathroom remodeling project in Morton Grove, Illinois, as a design-build job: design, material selections, permits, construction and the final walkthrough handled by one team on one contract.
Two completed Morton Grove bathroom projects by our team show different ways to make everyday bathing easier without giving the room an institutional appearance. Both featured accessible remodeling so the bathroom becomes easier to move around.
Two Approaches to Senior-Friendly Bathroom Remodeling
These two Morton Grove wheelchair-accessible bathroom projects started with different spaces and resulted in different solutions.
In the first bathroom, the main obstacle was the existing bathtub. The remodel removed the tub and replaced the bathing area with a curbless shower base, linear drain, clear glass and support features.
In the second bathroom, the finished shower combines large-format marble, multiple grab bars, a handheld shower and built-in seating within a glass enclosure.
Homeowners considering similar work can learn more about Delta's Accessible Bathroom Remodeling services, explore other completed Accessible Bathroom Projects across the North Shore, browse all Morton Grove remodeling projects, or read the Senior-Friendly Bathroom Design Guide.
Bathtub-to-Curbless Shower Conversion in Morton Grove
The bathtub was removed, and the bathing area was rebuilt as an open curbless walk-in shower.
Bathtub, Shower Curtain and Arched Opening
Original Morton Grove bathroom before the bathtub-to-shower conversion: a built-in bathtub behind a white shower curtain, an arched opening, a gray vanity and a mirrored medicine cabinet.
Removing the Bathtub Changed How the Space Is Entered
The largest functional change was replacing the existing bathtub with a walk-in shower. A conventional tub requires the user to step over the tub wall to enter and exit. Removing it allowed the new shower floor to connect much more directly with the main bathroom floor. For homeowners researching whether their own bathroom can support this type of construction, Delta's curbless shower conversion guide explains why subfloor depth, drainage and waterproofing need to be considered before a zero-threshold shower is specified.
Remodeling a Bathtub into a Senior-Friendly Walk-In Shower
The first photograph is the completed curbless shower conversion. The second is a separate Morton Grove bathroom, presented as a completed accessible-bathroom case study because there is no matching before photograph.
Completed Curbless Shower Conversion
The bathtub was replaced with a curbless shower featuring a linear drain, grab bar, handheld shower and clear glass panel. Marble-look tile runs from the bathroom floor into the shower, with a recessed niche above the grab bar and the gray vanity retained.
Marble Walk-In Shower Designed for Added Support
Completed Morton Grove senior-friendly marble shower with integrated grab bars, handheld shower, frameless glass and built-in seating. The finished shower uses highly veined marble surfaces, and instead of making the accessibility features look like later additions, the metal hardware is coordinated with the shower fixtures and glass.
Accessibility Features in the Two Morton Grove Showers
Project 1 replaced a bathtub with a curbless shower. Project 2 is a separate bathroom with a marble walk-in shower built around grab bars, seating and a handheld fixture.
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Curbless Shower Base (Project 1)
The new shower removes the high bathtub edge and creates a lower, more continuous entrance into the bathing area.
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Linear Shower Drain (Project 1)
A linear drain runs along the shower floor and works with the slope of the new shower base to manage water.
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Integrated Grab Bar (Project 1)
A horizontal grab bar is positioned within the shower below the recessed niche, with the handheld shower allowing the water direction and position to be controlled more easily than with a fixed showerhead alone.
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Multiple Grab Bars (Project 2)
Installing the grab bars during construction allows the hardware to align with the glass, tile, and plumbing fixtures rather than reading as an accessory added after the room was completed.
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Built-In Shower Bench (Project 2)
A permanent bench is incorporated along the right side of the shower. Built-in or fold-down shower seating is commonly considered during aging-in-place walk-in shower planning, although the dimensions and placement should be based on the person using the bathroom.
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Handheld Shower, Frameless Glass and Recessed Storage (Project 2)
The handheld shower can be repositioned and used while standing or seated. Clear frameless glass defines the shower while keeping the marble visible across the room, and built-in shower storage keeps everyday toiletries off the shower floor and reduces the need for hanging baskets or movable storage.
What Makes a Bathroom Senior-Friendly?
A senior-friendly bathroom is designed around easier daily movement, bathing and fixture use. Depending on the homeowner and existing space, that might mean a curbless or low-threshold shower, grab bars, shower seating, handheld fixtures, improved lighting, slip-conscious flooring, more accessible storage or additional circulation space.
There is no single layout that automatically makes a residential bathroom accessible. The right changes depend on who uses the bathroom today, anticipated mobility needs and what the existing structure can realistically support. For a deeper explanation of these choices, see Delta's Senior-Friendly Bathroom Designs guide.
Many of the finishes in an accessible bathroom can be identical to those used in a standard bathroom remodel. The difference is what happens underneath and around those finishes. A project may require shower-entry planning, support blocking, floor-slope changes, drainage coordination, circulation considerations and fixture placement based on reach or seated use. Homeowners deciding how much accessibility planning they actually need can compare the scopes in Delta's accessible vs. standard bathroom remodel guide.
These two bathrooms are part of Delta Remodels' completed work in Morton Grove. Browse the Morton Grove remodeling project portfolio to see additional kitchens, bathrooms or other completed spaces documented in the area.
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Accessible Bathroom Remodel FAQs
Can a bathtub be converted into a curbless shower?
Yes, the existing tub can be removed and the space rebuilt as a walk-in or curbless shower if the floor structure, drain position, waterproofing and available slope allow it.
What features should a senior-friendly shower include?
Depending on the homeowner, useful features can include a low or curbless shower entry, properly supported grab bars, a handheld showerhead, a shower bench or seat, accessible controls, recessed storage, appropriate lighting and slip-conscious flooring. Not every bathroom requires every feature. Delta's Senior-Friendly Bathroom Designs guide explains these choices in greater depth.
Can an accessible bathroom still look high-end?
Yes. Accessibility and material quality address different parts of the design.
How much does an accessible bathroom remodel cost?
Cost depends on how much of the bathroom is being rebuilt. A project focused primarily on shower access will differ substantially from a full aging-in-place remodel involving layout changes, doorway work, custom cabinetry, drainage and premium finishes. Current ranges are kept up to date in Delta's accessible bathroom remodel cost guide.
Planning a Senior-Friendly Bathroom Remodel?
Delta Remodels plans accessible bathrooms around the existing home, the person using the space and the features that will actually make everyday routines easier.
Start with an in-home consultation to review the bathroom and determine what the existing layout can realistically support.
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