• Installing marble tile in your shower can create the look and feel of luxury.tile layer image by Greg Pickens from Fotolia.com
  
  Marble is a type of stone formed from limestone. Commonly used in sculptures, it is also very popular in kitchens and bathrooms. If you love the look of marble and are considering it for use in your shower, be aware that it is a high-maintenance material because mineral deposits from the water can build up, along with soap scum. With that in mind, there are a number of marble shower ideas to consider.
  
  

Marble Entrance

• You can still get the benefit of enjoying the look of marble around your shower without dealing with the high level of maintenance to keep it clean and free of mineral deposits and buildup. Instead of using marble in the shower, if you have one that is built into the wall, make a large arch of marble to border the shower and doors. On either side, place tall, marble columns. This will give your bathroom and shower area a Grecian look.
  
  

Walk-In Shower

• Build a walk-in shower and use marble tile for the walls, floor and ceiling. Within the shower, build a recessed shelf for shampoo and other bath products to be stored. Place a bench in the corner for sitting or as a place for women to rest a leg while shaving. Tile the bench with marble as well. Use clear, glass doors and silver hardware for the handles and shower fixtures.
  
  

Rain Shower

• For a shower that's sure to grab attention for its distinctive style, install a rain shower surrounded by marble walls. With a rain shower, water flows from above, out of a large shower head on the ceiling. This limits the amount of spray, so doors and curtains are often not used. Under the rain shower install a circular bath tub. Build a platform around it with steps leading to the floor level. Cover the platform, steps and surrounding walls with marble tile.