Progress...

Okay, counter is on hold for a bit until we figure out something cool for the seam. Starting to think I like this:


But until things get finalized, there are no worries, plenty of other schtuff to do:

Demo'd the shower enclosure and then determined that the tub wasn't really designed for an alcove. The builder simply glued on a flange around the perimeter. Indeed a nice touch. The old tub is a bit dinged up too, including about a 1.5" crack at the front edge (doesn't impact water containment). So it looks like I will install a new tub:

The integral skirt is an added plus. Might have to cut some tile though that is already installed - yay.

Oh and I swapped out the door hardware - leverset, hinges, door stop. All polished chrome on the inside and the outside door lever is gold to match everywhere else. Also, did the same thing downstairs in the guest bath so that project is done-done. Cool!