Quick answer
Showers with a left or right drain are remodel showers, also called tub-to-shower conversion units. The drain sits on one end so it lines up with the plumbing left behind when a bathtub is removed. That saves time and money during the renovation.
Look at where the plumbing is in the space where your tub sits now:
Matching the drain side to your existing plumbing lets the installer connect to the pipes that are already there instead of moving them.
No. Left or right drain is about practical, easier plumbing. It doesn't change how the shower functions once it's installed.
Browse our tub-to-shower conversion showers to see the remodel showers available with left or right drains.
Good to know
Not sure which side your drain is on? Stand facing the tub opening and note which end the drain is at. If you're still unsure, chat with Abby or call us before you order.
A shower made to replace a bathtub. It's also called a tub-to-shower conversion unit, and its drain sits at one end to match tub plumbing.
Match the side where your existing drain pipe is. Pipes on the left mean a left drain; pipes on the right mean a right drain.
Only in drain location. It's a plumbing convenience, not a difference in how the shower works.
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