We will be completely remodeling a bathroom. We are removing all of the dryall, tile and tub. A new tub will be put in, new drywall throughout the whole bathroom, but we only want to tile the tub area. We understand that durarock/cement board should be used around the tub for the tile, but how is this transitioned to the drywall for the rest of the bath? The tub is on the outside wall with a window, the the toilet is next to it, then the sink is closest to the door.

The dry wall is the same thickness as the dura-rock or cement board. Simply butt the two against each other and tile just slightly past the cement board to cover the seam.

Thanks for your reply - new question! Instead of tile, we are now thinking about an "all in one" surround. The ones we have found at the home improvement store protrude from the wall about 2 inches. How is one of these installed when there is a window in the middle? Or, can it be? Thanks again.

Stick with tile. The fiberglass units although nice and can be cut to fit around windows. Very tricky to do and properly finsih. Will scratch over time and in some cases if you get the one piece units will not fit into the room through the doors.
Using tile is the best way to assure long lasting surround. Also when going around a window you should have installed a good quality vinyl window with a marble saddle and trim to prevent any water from getting behind it. Be sure to use a safety glazed window as well. Anything else is dangerous.

I think the one piece units look cheap.
Tile adds value and asthetics to the home.


Matt
Cupan Custom Tile
Charlotte Tile