Bathrooms
Curbless Showers: Are They Right for Your Colorado Home?
Curbless showers — sometimes called zero-entry or walk-in showers — have gone from luxury-hotel feature to one of the most requested upgrades in Colorado homes. With no ledge to step over, they open up small bathrooms visually and make the space safer for kids, aging parents, and anyone planning to stay in their home long-term.
What makes a curbless shower different?
In a traditional shower, a curb holds water in. In a curbless design, the floor itself does the work: it's sloped precisely toward a drain (often a sleek linear drain) so water never reaches the rest of the bathroom.
- Pan slope: the floor must fall consistently toward the drain — no flat spots.
- Waterproofing: a continuous membrane under the tile, extending beyond the wet area.
- Floor height: sometimes the subfloor needs to be recessed so the bathroom floor stays level.
Is it right for you?
Curbless showers work in most bathrooms, but the floor structure matters. During your free consultation we'll check your framing and drain location and tell you honestly whether curbless is the best fit — or whether a low-profile curb gets you 90% of the look for less.
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Bathrooms
Acrylic & Groutless Walls vs. Tile: Which Should You Choose?
One of the first decisions in a shower remodel is what goes on the walls. We install both acrylic/groutless systems and custom tile, so here's our honest comparison.
Acrylic & groutless panels
- Fast installation — often the quickest path to a brand-new shower
- No grout lines to clean or reseal
- Modern patterns that mimic marble and stone
- Typically more budget-friendly
Custom tile
- Endless design options — sizes, colors, mosaics, niches and accents
- Required for true curbless showers and fully custom layouts
- Adds a high-end, one-of-a-kind look
- Needs proper waterproofing and occasional grout care
Our take
If you want a clean, low-maintenance shower quickly, acrylic or groutless panels are hard to beat. If you're dreaming of a showpiece bathroom, tile is the way to go. We'll show you samples of both at your consultation.
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Homeowner Tips
7 Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Remodeling Contractor
Hiring a contractor is a big decision. Before you sign anything, ask these questions — any good contractor will be happy to answer them.
- Are you insured? Ask for proof. If someone gets hurt or something gets damaged, insurance protects you.
- Are you Lead Safe Certified? Required for work that disturbs paint in homes built before 1978.
- Will I get a detailed, written estimate? Line items — not just a single number.
- Who will actually be working in my home? Ask whether subcontractors are background-checked.
- How will we communicate? Who's your point of contact, and how often will you get updates?
- What happens if you find a problem? Hidden damage happens. Make sure changes are approved before work continues.
- Can I see past work and reviews? Photos, before-and-afters, and Google reviews tell the real story.
At Del Rio Renovations, we answer all seven before you ever have to ask. Schedule your free consultation and see the difference.
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