tile step into whirlpool

ekaplan1020

I am in the process of remodeling my bathroom. I basically gutted everything, and am putting in a shower/whirlpool combo with the surround tiled.

One problem I ran into is that the apron in front of the whirlpool is 5" outand the whirlpool lip is about 4" out. So it takes quite a large stretch to get in there. The way it is set up now, I can't really move the apron back because it lines up with a stud for tiling.

Someone had recommended putting a built in step covered in ceramic tile. I haven't seen many of these, but the idea sounds good. is there a way to make the step safe (wet ceramic tile is probably pretty slippery)? Any help would be appreciated. I have attached a photo of where I am at in the progress now so you can get a better idea.

Thanks,
ekaplan1020

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Darylh

I don't find tiles slippery with wet feet but if it concerns you then don't get a tile with a glossy, smooth finish.