St. Rose and the surrounding River Parishes—including LaPlace, Destrehan, and Luling—are experiencing a wave of bathroom renovations as homeowners invest in updating their living spaces. Whether you’re refreshing a 1970s ranch or customizing a newer build, a bathtub remodel is one of the highest-impact upgrades you can make. Here are the trends driving bathroom transformations in this part of the Greater New Orleans metro.
The oversized jetted tubs of the 1990s and 2000s are being replaced with sleek, freestanding soaking tubs. These tubs serve as bathroom centerpieces and work beautifully in the spacious primary bathrooms common in St. Rose subdivisions. They come in modern flat-bottom styles or classic clawfoot designs.
For bathrooms that need to serve double duty, updated tub-shower combos with frameless glass enclosures replace old curtain rods and cloudy sliding doors. This combination maximizes both function and visual appeal in standard-sized bathrooms.
As the River Parishes’ population ages, walk-in tub conversions are increasingly popular. These accessible tubs feature low-step entries, built-in seating, grab bars, and therapeutic jets—all designed for safe, comfortable bathing.
Higher-end remodels in St. Rose are embracing the wet room concept: open-plan bathrooms where the tub and shower share a tiled, waterproofed space without traditional barriers. This trend creates a luxurious, resort-like feel.
Not every remodel requires ripping everything out. Many homeowners are choosing bathtub refinishing to update the look of their existing tub—changing the color, repairing chips, and restoring the surface—while investing the savings in new tile, fixtures, or lighting.
A successful remodel starts with understanding your space, budget, and goals. Here’s what to consider:
River Parishes homes range from compact 1960s-era builds to spacious newer construction. Your tub choice should match the bathroom’s footprint. A freestanding tub needs open floor space, while an alcove tub fits neatly into existing three-wall enclosures.
Moving the tub’s location within the bathroom means rerouting drain and supply lines. Keeping the tub in its current position significantly reduces labor costs. If your plumbing is older, a remodel is the ideal time to update pipes and valves.
Call (504) 666-3779 for a free estimate tailored to your specific project.
We handle every phase of your bathtub remodel, from design consultation to final walkthrough:
As New Orleans’ #1 Bathtub Services Provider, we bring proven expertise to every project:
A straightforward tub swap takes one to two days. A full bathroom remodel involving tile, plumbing, and fixtures typically takes one to two weeks.
In many cases, yes. If the surrounding tile is in good condition, we can remove the old tub and install a new one that fits the existing tile footprint.
Acrylic and fiberglass tubs resist humidity well and are lightweight. Cast iron is extremely durable but heavier and may require subfloor reinforcement in older homes.
We handle all plumbing work related to your bathtub remodel in-house. No need to coordinate with a separate plumber.
Absolutely. Adding a showerhead, valve, and enclosure to an existing tub is one of the most popular remodel upgrades.
Yes. We specialize in converting standard tubs to walk-in tub models for improved accessibility and safety.
TurnKey Bathtubs proudly serves homeowners throughout the Greater New Orleans metro area, including Metairie, Kenner, Harahan, River Ridge, Slidell, Covington, Mandeville, Madisonville, Hammond, LaPlace, St. Rose, and Baton Rouge.
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