Other Options

• Cultured Marble: Offers the look of marble at a lower cost.
• Shower Panels: Prefabricated panels that are easy to install.
• Mosaic Tile: Creates a visually interesting and textured look.

Factors to Consider

• Budget: Determine how much you are willing to spend on shower walls.
• Style: Choose a material that complements your bathroom’s overall design.
• Maintenance: Consider how much time and effort you want to spend cleaning your shower walls.
• Durability: Choose a material that will withstand the daily wear and tear of a shower.

 Acrylic: The Best Material for Shower Surround Panels

Acrylic is a top choice for shower surround panels due to its exceptional durability and resistance to cracks, chips, scratches, and stains. Not only is it easy to clean, but it also withstands daily wear and tear, maintaining a subtle gloss throughout its lifespan.

While white remains a popular option, acrylic comes in a variety of colors and can even be painted to perfectly match your bathroom’s design and color scheme. Acrylic shower walls are factory-made, arriving ready for installation in your home, saving you time, money, and reducing mess compared to other materials. In just a day, you can update or transform your bath or shower space!

 Single-Sheet Acrylic Bathtubs Outperform Other Products

Single-sheet acrylic is one of the most convenient and aesthetically pleasing choices for shower and bathtub walls and surrounds. This product arrives as a one-piece unit, eliminating the need for grout. This minimizes the risk of leaks, simplifies maintenance, and provides excellent resistance against mold and mildew.

Acrylic wall surrounds are custom manufactured to fit your specific bath or shower. Our cutting-edge acrylic material is non-porous and waterproof, and it comes with a lifetime warranty, ensuring you never have to worry about repairs as long as you own the product.

You can personalize your shower walls by selecting from 14 color options that mimic granite, marble, and travertine—without the high maintenance these materials typically require. Tier 1 also offers 15 modern subway tile designs, including subway and hexagon patterns that will never go out of style.

 Natural Stone: Luxurious Yet Less Practical

Natural stone, including marble, granite, and travertine, is highly coveted for its elegant and luxurious appearance. Each piece is unique, offering countless colors and styles. However, it is less practical than materials like glass, ceramic, acrylic, and porcelain due to its tendency to chip and flake. Additionally, its porous nature makes it less ideal for bathtub and shower surrounds without proper sealing.

Using natural stone in your bathroom will require a higher investment in both materials and installation. Sourcing, transporting, polishing, and cutting these raw materials, often from overseas, adds to the cost. However, the beauty and quality of natural stone provide a good return on investment, significantly enhancing your home’s resale value.

 Natural Stone Offers Custom Elegance at a Fraction of the Cost

For those who desire the look and feel of natural stone without the associated maintenance and cost, Tier 1’s Natural Stone Wall Surrounds are the ideal solution. Harvested from 3,000-year-old quarries worldwide, our stone shower walls and surrounds are cut and reinforced simultaneously, allowing us to create large panels for a seamless appearance. Offering both beauty and low maintenance, there is a Bath stone color and style to suit every bathroom remodel and budget.

 Ready to Refresh Your Bathroom?  

Now that you understand the various types of shower walls, are you ready to rejuvenate your bathroom? Call or connect online today to schedule a free design consultation.