Bathroomremodel
A bathroom rebuilt from the studs, with the waterproofing and drainage done properly behind the tile.
- Category
- Bathroom
- Rooms
- Main bathroom, en-suite or powder room
- Trades involved
- Plumbing, waterproofing, tile, electrical, carpentry, paint
What this kind of project involves
Bathrooms are small, but almost every trade passes through them, and the work nobody sees matters most. A beautiful tile wall over a poorly sealed backer board will fail, slowly and expensively.
A typical project replaces a tub-and-shower combination with a walk-in shower, or the other way round, renews the vanity and fixtures, adds proper ventilation, and finishes the room in tile chosen for both looks and grip.
What people usually want from it
- A shower that worksGood water pressure, a drain that keeps up, and a layout without a step to trip on where the house allows it.
- Storage without clutterA vanity with drawers, a recessed niche in the shower, and a cabinet that hides what you do not want on show.
- ComfortA fan that clears the mirror, lighting that flatters, and heated floors where you want them.
The scope, stage by stage
- Strip-outFixtures, tile and drywall removed down to the studs and subfloor.
- Rough-inNew supply and drain lines, wiring, fan ducting and blocking for grab bars or a heavy vanity.
- WaterproofingBacker board, a sealed membrane across every wet surface, and a flood test before tile goes on.
- Tile and fixturesTile set to a planned layout, then the vanity, toilet, glass and trim.
- FinishingPaint, accessories, caulking, and the walk-through.
One decision to make early
Decide on the shower layout first. Where the drain and valve go fixes the position of almost everything else in the room.
Ready to start your renovation?
Tell us about the room and when you would like the work done. We will call to arrange a visit, and the first consultation costs nothing.