A few factors are fueling growing popularity in the United States of curbless showers, also commonly referred to as “zero entry” show- ers. An aging population is a main one. Whether an older individual is “aging-in-place” or has opted to relocate to a community or facility, a curbless shower is often more desirable and sometimes even nec- essary to help people cope with physical changes that they may begin to experience that can make showering difficult or even danger- ous. At the same time, thanks to a proliferation of fashion-forward Critical planning for curbless shower success TECH TALK –––––––––––––––––––––––––––– This article focuses on design concepts that should be incorporated into plans and specifications for curbless showers in new construction. Other challenges and options come into play for curbless showers when these design requirements have not been included (e.g., remodel projects) and the additional requirements are for a curbless shower to also be “accessible,” or ADA compliant. About 1 in 7 Americans is 65 or older, which will climb to 1 in 5 by 2040, according to the American Association of Retired Persons (AARP). Sponsored by By Arthur Mintie, Sr. Director of Technical Services, LATICRETE International, Inc. 64 TileLetter | March 2019