Jack wrote:
I should have been more clear with my question:

I will not just cover over anything that is wet.. I will remove
everything that is wet.

My real question is, should I then rebuild with tile.. or rebuild with
a fiberglass insert. What are pros and cons of each?

I could take or leave aesthetics of tile, and if a fiberglass can do
the same job cheaper I am leaning that way.. but again, looking for
others opinions on what is the best way to rebuild after I repair all
wet damage.

Hello again Jack:

Tile: much wider variety available; looks better (my opinion); stands
up to scrubbing better in the long run; but requires some skill;
cutting tile is a pain in the @$$; grouting is also a pain in the @$$;
grout should be sealed regularly.

Fiberglass: probably easier for most people to install, and faster;
fewer places for water to leak through (if grout chips out, water can
pass thru). A single-piece fiberglass insert is likely to be best but
is also fairly expensive and may be difficult to bring into the
bathroom.

I don't know which is cheaper but when comparing price, it's probably
best to compare the tile you wish to use against the fiberglass insert
you wish to use. Don't forget to add the cost of adhesive and grout.

One other alternative is the kind of plastic insert that consists of
flat panels. Two panels for the ends, two or three more for the back.
A good-quality insert of that type runs about $100, isn't difficult to
install, and will look good for quite a while. We installed one of
those in the kids' bathroom two years ago, and it still looks very
good. The type we got goes the whole way to the ceiling and has
built-in soap/shampoo shelves and a washcloth rod. Be sure to get the
correct adhesive and get more than you think you'll need.

Best -- Terry