Gilbert Bathroom Remodel — Subway Tile Shower & Jetted Tub

Project Overview

This Gilbert, Arizona bathroom remodel showcases a stunning transformation focused on comfort, craftsmanship, and clean design. Our Mustache Approved Remodeling team revamped the entire shower enclosure and replaced a damaged bathtub—turning an outdated space into a relaxing modern retreat that serves the homeowners beautifully for daily use and relaxation.

We completed a shower remodel with fresh, durable materials and updated plumbing throughout. This comprehensive approach ensures proper waterproofing, modern fixtures, and reliable performance for years to come. Updating plumbing during shower renovations prevents future leaks and allows installation of contemporary shower valves and fixtures that deliver better water pressure and temperature control than older systems.

For the shower walls, we installed 3×12 white subway tile for a bright, timeless aesthetic. The classic subway tile format (also called 3×6 or 4×12 depending on dimensions) provides versatile styling that works across design preferences from traditional to contemporary. The white color creates clean, bright appearance that makes bathrooms feel larger and more inviting while the vertical 3×12 format adds elegant proportion.

The centerpiece of this transformation is the new jetted soaking bathtub for spa-like comfort and everyday relaxation. Replacing the damaged tub with a jetted upgrade delivers therapeutic massage benefits and luxury bathing experiences. The jets provide muscle tension relief and circulation benefits that transform ordinary baths into home spa experiences worth the investment for homeowners who actually use their tubs.

In the shower niche, we featured a mosaic accent tile for texture and visual interest. Rather than tiling the niche in the same white subway tile as the walls, the decorative mosaic creates focal point that demonstrates attention to design detail. This accent treatment elevates the shower beyond basic installations while the niche provides convenient storage for shampoos, soaps, and bathing essentials.

To complete the transformation, we installed a new swinging glass shower door to complete the sleek, modern look. The frameless or semi-frameless glass door allows light to flow throughout the shower area while providing clean, contemporary appearance. The result is a clean, functional, and inviting bathroom that blends classic design with modern upgrades—perfectly suited for any Gilbert homeowner looking for lasting style and quality.

Ready to transform your own bathroom with subway tile and spa features? Learn more about our bathroom remodeling services and discover how we can bring timeless design and quality craftsmanship to your Gilbert home.

Project Highlights

🚿 Complete Shower Remodel

• Fresh durable materials – New tile throughout shower enclosure
• Updated plumbing – Modern valves and fixtures installed
• Proper waterproofing – Professional installation prevents leaks
• Comprehensive renovation – Every element professionally upgraded

🧱 3×12 White Subway Tile

• Classic subway format – Timeless design with broad appeal
• Bright white color – Creates clean, inviting appearance
• Vertical proportion – Elegant 3×12 format adds sophistication
• Versatile styling – Works from traditional to contemporary

🛁 Jetted Soaking Bathtub

• Replaced damaged tub – Upgraded to jetted model
• Spa-like comfort – Therapeutic massage benefits
• Everyday relaxation – Transforms bathing experience
• Quality upgrade – Investment in daily comfort

✨ Mosaic Accent Niche

• Decorative mosaic tile – Featured in shower niche back
• Texture and visual interest – Creates focal point
• Design detail – Elevates beyond basic installation
• Convenient storage – Practical niche for bathing essentials

🚪 New Glass Shower Door

• Swinging glass design – Modern, clean appearance
• Sleek modern look – Frameless or semi-frameless styling
• Light flow – Glass allows brightness throughout
• Complete transformation – Finishing touch for remodel

✅ Comprehensive Bathroom Renovation

• Licensed contractor – ROC #309760, fully insured and bonded
• Shower and tub upgraded – Complete transformation
• 2-3 week timeline – Efficient professional installation
• Classic meets modern – Timeless design with contemporary features

Why This Design Works for Gilbert Bathrooms

White subway tile represents the safest, most timeless choice in bathroom design. Its popularity has endured for over a century because the simple rectangular format and clean white color work beautifully across all design styles. Unlike trendy patterns or colors that can date quickly, subway tile maintains appropriate appearance through changing design preferences. This longevity makes subway tile smart investment—bathrooms won’t look dated in 5-10 years the way some contemporary patterns might.

The 3×12 subway tile format (sometimes called stacked subway or vertical subway) provides more elegant proportion than the standard 3×6 size. The taller, narrower format creates sophisticated appearance while maintaining the classic subway styling. This represents evolution of the subway tile concept—keeping the timeless rectangular format while updating proportions for more contemporary feel. Homeowners get subway tile’s proven appeal with fresh, modern proportions.

Replacing damaged tubs with jetted upgrades turns necessary repairs into luxury improvements. When tubs require replacement anyway due to damage, cracks, or outdated materials, upgrading to jetted models adds modest incremental cost (typically $1,000-2,000 over standard replacement) while delivering significant quality-of-life benefits. This represents smart renovation thinking—when you’re already doing the work, strategic upgrades maximize value from the disruption and expense.

Mosaic accent tile in shower niches demonstrates design sophistication without excessive cost. Rather than using expensive mosaic throughout the shower (which would overwhelm the budget and the eye), featuring it in the small niche area creates impact at reasonable cost. This restraint—accent tile in strategic locations rather than everywhere—defines professional design approach that delivers personality without chaos or budget destruction.

Gilbert Bathroom Remodeling Expertise

This bathroom is one of many shower and tub transformations we’ve completed throughout Gilbert, from Agritopia to Val Vista Lakes, from Whitewing to Power Ranch. Our experience with subway tile installations, jetted tub upgrades, and comprehensive shower renovations means we can help homeowners create bathrooms that balance timeless design with modern features.

We know which materials perform best in Arizona’s climate, and our relationships with trusted suppliers ensure access to quality subway tile, jetted tubs, and glass shower doors without delays. This local expertise translates directly into better recommendations, expert installations, and superior outcomes for Gilbert homeowners pursuing bathroom transformations.

Ready to Transform Your Gilbert Bathroom?

Whether you’re planning subway tile shower remodel, jetted tub installation, complete bathroom renovation, or any remodeling project, we’d love to help bring your vision to life. As a licensed general contractor (ROC #309760) serving Gilbert, Chandler, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale, and throughout the Valley, we have the expertise to handle classic designs and modern features with quality craftsmanship.

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We’ll schedule a free in-home consultation to discuss your goals, assess your space, provide detailed recommendations, and answer all your questions. No pressure, just honest advice from experienced professionals who’ve completed hundreds of successful bathroom remodels throughout Gilbert and the Valley.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why is subway tile so popular for bathrooms?

Subway tile has remained popular for over a century because it offers timeless rectangular format that works across all design styles, clean white appearance that brightens spaces, versatile styling from traditional to contemporary, proven longevity (won’t look dated quickly), and relatively affordable compared to specialty tiles. The simple design provides calming backdrop while the durability ensures long-lasting performance. Subway tile represents safe, smart choice that maintains value.

What’s the difference between 3×6 and 3×12 subway tile?

3×12 subway tile (also called vertical subway) is taller and narrower than standard 3×6, creating more elegant proportion with more sophisticated, contemporary feel, taller vertical lines that can make spaces feel larger, and evolved version of classic subway styling. While 3×6 remains the traditional standard, 3×12 represents modern interpretation that keeps timeless appeal while updating proportions. Both work beautifully; 3×12 feels slightly more contemporary.

Should I upgrade to a jetted tub when replacing my damaged tub?

Yes, if you actually use tubs regularly. Benefits when already replacing damaged tub include modest incremental cost ($1,000-2,000 more than standard), therapeutic massage and relaxation benefits, transforms bathing into spa experience, and maximizes value from disruption/expense. However, if you exclusively shower, even the modest upgrade cost provides little value. Consider your actual bathing habits when deciding.

Where should I use accent tile in my shower?

Strategic accent tile locations include shower niche back (high visibility, contained area), horizontal accent stripe/liner (wraps shower at eye level), feature wall (one accent wall, simple field tile on others), and shower floor (different from wall tile). Avoid using accent tile everywhere—restraint creates sophistication. Professional approach: accent in 1-2 strategic locations, simple field tile elsewhere.

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