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Does thickness matter in shower wall panels?

By Mike Foti on November 7, 2015. 6 Comments

Updated September 15, 2019 If you’re a do it yourselfer, or a homeowner or rental property owner looking eliminate the hassle of a tile shower you may be looking at grout free shower wall panels. Like many things these days the choices can be varied and complex. How do you figure out which... Continue reading

Are shower wall panels cheaper than tile? 7 factors you need to consider.

By Mike Foti on October 16, 2015. 12 Comments

Updated July 5, 2020 Question: Are shower wall panels cheaper than tile? Answer: It depends. You’re probably saying that answer is a cop-out….and you’re partially right. As the owner of a company who installs tile showers locally and wholesales 4 different types of grout free shower panels... Continue reading

5 Things Nobody Tells You Shower Tub Wall Panels

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5 Things Nobody Tells You about Shower & Tub Wall Panels

By Mike Foti on June 20, 2015. 105 Comments

Updated January 28, 2023 If you’ve ever been subjected to an in-home sales presentation from a hard-selling acrylic shower or tub wall salesmen – you know some of the “facts” surrounding grout free shower and tub wall panels “spun” quite a few ways. These reps may tell you their system is the... Continue reading

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I Hate Grout Joints in the Shower – Winning the Battle vs. Grout

By Mike Foti on May 23, 2015. 16 Comments

Updated August 18, 2019 I wish I had a dollar for every homeowner who called complaining about the hassle of their tiled shower or bathtub. In most cases the problem is not the tile, it’s the nasty grout joints between the tile. Cleaning, scrubbing and getting on your hands and knees... Continue reading

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5 Guaranteed Tricks for Choosing Shower Wall Panels without Busting Your Budget

By Mike Foti on March 11, 2015. 7 Comments

Updated September 15, 2019 Options in shower wall panel systems can be daunting. These systems are available in various sizes, textures, colors, budgets for decorating styles ranging from traditional to contemporary to even cool new styles like Modern Farmhouse. However, the selection process is overwhelming... Continue reading

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3 Ideas for a Low Maintenance High Style Shower System

By Mike Foti on January 17, 2015. 2 Comments

Updated September 15, 2019 While tile showers or those with natural stone or granite walls can look cool – they also have their drawbacks. Let’s face it – they’re a pain in the butt to clean and can be costly. If you’re looking for a different alternative the question is what can... Continue reading

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4 Design Options in Grout Free DIY Shower & Tub Wall Panels

By Mike Foti on December 20, 2014. 4 Comments

Laminated wall panels have a tile look and feel – but there are NO actual grout joints Updated November 6, 2019 If you’re in the process of remodeling a shower or tub surround or vacation home rental shower and want to eliminate the hassle of grout or get rid of a dated and dirty looking fiberglass... Continue reading

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How to compare grout free shower and tub wall panels – 6 options for easy to clean walls

By Mike Foti on August 31, 2014. 15 Comments

Fire-engine red high gloss acrylic wall panels Updated November 9, 2019 If you’re tired of cleaning and repairing grout in your tub or shower enclosure you’re not alone! The hassle, time and expense of dealing with dirty, moldy grout joints is causing many homeowners to switch from tile to various... Continue reading

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