{"id":2349,"date":"2014-09-30T15:37:13","date_gmt":"2014-09-30T05:37:13","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/?p=2349"},"modified":"2025-11-03T10:39:59","modified_gmt":"2025-11-03T00:39:59","slug":"diy-bathroom-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/2014\/09\/30\/diy-bathroom-renovation\/","title":{"rendered":"Awesome DIY Bathroom Renovation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"500\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/DIYBathroomRenovation-Montage.jpg\" alt=\"DIYBathroomRenovation Montage\" class=\"wp-image-2437\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/DIYBathroomRenovation-Montage.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/DIYBathroomRenovation-Montage-300x188.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/DIYBathroomRenovation-Montage-768x480.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Thinking of selling your home? It\u2019s best that you invest your time and a little money in improving your kitchen and bathroom. They are the big sellers that can increase the value of your home. The bathroom in particular is where you get the most return for your investment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Let there be no confusion, however:\u00a0 a bathroom redo is going to cost you some time and money &#8211; maybe even a few grey hairs. The price can range from a few thousand dollars to spruce up an existing bathroom to six figures for a high-end master bath. But if you\u2019re smart and willing, you can cut down on expenses by renovating your bathroom the DIY way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This DIYer bought a home that had a rather large but very&nbsp;bland half bathroom. The bathroom was&nbsp;poorly designed and a lot of space was wasted. So the DIYer decided to give it a complete makeover.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The bathroom renovation included recessed lighting, vanity lighting, an exhaust vent, shower plumbing, tiled shower walls, tiled floors, wainscoting, a bi-fold door, and painting. All of these were done by the owner himself, except for the plumbing. But he was lucky to find a plumber who was willing to explain how everything was done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This successful bathroom renovation project proves that a\u00a0DIY renovation is always possible for a minimum cost!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Click on any image to start the lightbox display. Use your Esc key to close the lightbox.<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-smiley td-animation-stack-type0-1\" src=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/wp-includes\/images\/smilies\/icon_cool.gif\" alt=\"8-)\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-3 is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2350\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation01.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2350\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation01.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation01-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2367\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18.jpg 755w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"483\" height=\"800\" data-id=\"2366\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2.jpg 483w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2-181x300.jpg 181w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" data-id=\"2361\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"644\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2368\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19.jpg 644w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19-189x300.jpg 189w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" data-id=\"2369\" src=\"https:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20.jpg\" alt=\"Bathroom Renovation\" class=\"wp-image-2369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Materials:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Long Hex Bolt<\/li><li>Door Knobs<\/li><li>Bifold Door<\/li><li>Basic Slider Lock<\/li><li>Tiles<\/li><li>Paint<\/li><li>2 Buckets<\/li><li>Rags<\/li><li>Decorative Rail<\/li><li>Liquid Nails<\/li><li>Shower Curtain<\/li><li>Chains<\/li><li>Powder Coated Hooks<\/li><li>Cardboard<\/li><li>Hardibacker Cement Board<\/li><li>Fibre Tape<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Tools:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Drill<\/li><li>Dremel Tool<\/li><li>Diamond Tipped Score Tool<\/li><li>Tile Nipper\/Tile Saw<\/li><li>Sealer<\/li><li>Caulking Gun<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Step-by-step DIY Bathroom Renovation<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was originally unsure about how I wanted to set up the bathroom. I knew I wanted to add a shower and that a corner shower was probably the best route to go. I originally considered moving the sink near the door and putting the shower in its place.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The problem was that (a) the shower drain would involve cutting through a supporting joist (doable but more complex) and the quote for the plumbing was about $800 since it involved moving two fixtures.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A few months later I had the revelation that if I changed the style of the door to either a bifold or pocket door, I would have enough room in the adjacent corner.\u00a0Although the wall wasn&#8217;t a load-bearing wall, I was not super excited to tear it open enough to install a pocket door. I settled on a bifold door as a reasonable compromise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"904\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation02.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation02\" class=\"wp-image-2351\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation02.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation02-265x300.jpg 265w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation02-768x868.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">By purchasing a bifold door for the bathroom that is the same size as my current door, installation required only screwing on a bracket in the lower left and a sliding tract along the top of the frame&#8211;literally a 15-minute job.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I wanted to have a small door knob on both sides of the door, but the only knobs I could find were attached to the end of machined screws and thus the head of a screw would be visible on both sides.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">My solution was to take a hex bolt long enough to stick out both sides of the door and use a Dremel tool to cut off the bolt head. This left me with threading to which I could attach a knob on each side with no extra holes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation03.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation03\" class=\"wp-image-2352\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation03.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation03-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation03-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Bifold doors also don&#8217;t traditionally have lock mechanisms, something pretty much required for a bathroom. For this, I got a basic slider lock and attached it to the top of the door near the outside of the door.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation04.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation04\" class=\"wp-image-2353\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation04.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation04-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation04-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest pain for this bathroom renovation project was breaking out the plaster where the shower would go.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation05.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation05\" class=\"wp-image-2354\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation05.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation05-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Recessed lighting seems to be all the rage now and is an attractive option that is pretty reasonably priced (basic lights run about $10-15 each).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation06.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation06\" class=\"wp-image-2355\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation06.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation06-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation07.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation07\" class=\"wp-image-2356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation07.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation07-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since my upstairs bathroom is on a different circuit, I was free to tie in the exhaust fan, recessed lighting, and vanity light into the same circuit that served the outlet next to the sink. As long as everything else is connected downstream from the GFCI outlet, they are all protected.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation08-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation08 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2357\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation08-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation08-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation08-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Pigtail lights give you a temporary source of light during the construction process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I had a licensed plumber help me with the installation of the shower plumber. The last thing I need is a slow leak hidden inside the wall to rot my house from the inside out.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation09.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation09\" class=\"wp-image-2358\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation09.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation09-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Greenboard is a type of gypsum-free drywall suitable for use in moist places such as bathrooms and that&#8217;s what I&#8217;ve used here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might as well go ahead and completely finish the ceiling including the paint before proceeding to the rest of the bathroom renovation, as the mess only falls down.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation10.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation10\" class=\"wp-image-2359\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation10.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation10-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The particular shower base I used did not require setting in a mortar bed, others might. You should consult the instructions or dealer for your specific shower base. I kept pillows and a sheet over the base during the construction process to prevent damage from accidentally dropped tools.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Insulation was added where needed because you can never have too much.\u00a0I also wired an exhaust fan directly above the shower to help keep moister generated under control.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation11-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation11 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2360\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation11-2.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation11-2-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The nice thing about building your own shower is you have the freedom to customize it as needed. I&#8217;m 6&#8217;8&#8243; and I mounted this high enough I can stand comfortably underneath, something I&#8217;ve never done before.\u00a0To prepare for tiling I mounted Hardibacker to the studs. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Hardback can be cut using a diamond-tipped score tool and joints between sheets should be sealed with silicone and then spanned with fibre tape. Leave a small gap of maybe 1\/4-1\/2&#8243; between the tile board and the base of the shower. With that set, it&#8217;s time to tile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation12 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2361\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation12-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This was my first tiling job and I learned the hard way that you want to use organic mastic, not thin-set on walls. When planning your pattern don&#8217;t be afraid to mix things up. I didn&#8217;t want a basic boring grid so by adding a row of diagonal tiles I was able to create an interesting architectural element. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The outer perimeter was done using bull nose tiles. This style of tile was the &#8220;Tuscan bone&#8221; porcelain tile available from Lowes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Continued Page 2&#8230;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--nextpage-->\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation13.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation13\" class=\"wp-image-2362\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation13.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation13-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It makes sense to tile the floor before you grout so all the grouting and sealing can be done at once. For the floor pattern, I opted for something a little different by combining 12&#8243; and 6&#8243; tiles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don&#8217;t want to tile right up to the walls, again for heating and cooling. Plugging the water lines with scraps of rags will prevent unwanted debris from clogging things up.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation14-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation14 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2363\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation14-2.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation14-2-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation14-2-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The curves around the shower base were actually created using a tile nipper, no tile saw was needed (although it would have made things easier if I had one). The rest of the cuts were all done using a score-and-crack style cutter which did the trick just fine (and can be found for as cheap as $15).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"483\" height=\"800\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation17 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2366\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2.jpg 483w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation17-2-181x300.jpg 181w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 483px) 100vw, 483px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave enough space between the last row of tiles and the shower base for a line of caulk. You can really paint at pretty much any point but I chose to do it before the floor tile was down (paint drips down).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"600\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation15.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation15\" class=\"wp-image-2364\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation15.jpg 800w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation15-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation15-768x576.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I used 1\/4&#8243; spacers so a sanded grout was in order. Mixing the grout with deionized or distilled water from the supermarket will prevent staining from minerals and is much cheaper than the costly additives. Leave the space between the corner of the shower walls to be caulked later. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The same thing goes for the edge of the shower base. When grouting I found it best to use two buckets of water. The first bucket is for rinsing dirty sponges and the second is for clean water. When the dirty bucket gets too dirty you can fill it with clean water and use the old clean water as the new dirty. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It seems trivial but it helps keep the process moving along. When grouting the walls lots of grout will fall so don&#8217;t be afraid to just grab handfuls and smear it in. Once the grout has cured, apply the sealer. Finally, you can caulk the gaps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I used a nice chocolate brown for the walls and a tan for wainscoting. There was no sense in painting all the way down what was going to be covered&nbsp;later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"526\" height=\"800\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation16-2.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation16 (2)\" class=\"wp-image-2365\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation16-2.jpg 526w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation16-2-197x300.jpg 197w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 526px) 100vw, 526px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Wainscoting comes in two basic forms. You can get actual wood pieces that slide together or you can go the easy\/cheap route of 4&#8217;x8&#8242; sheets of MDF wainscoting, which is what I opted for. The height is somewhat up to you but by using 32&#8243; I was able to get 12&#8242; in length out of a single sheet and maximize the value. I painted it ahead of time, but that could just as easily be done after.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To mount it to the wall I used a combination of liquid nails panelling adhesive spread across the back as well as crown staples from an air nailer across the very top and bottom where they will be covered by moulding. Caulk was applied where the different panels joined and the paint was touched up later.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I painted the moulding ahead of time and attached them using an air nailer to the studs (try to mark the location of the studs before the wainscoting goes up).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"755\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation18\" class=\"wp-image-2367\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18.jpg 755w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation18-221x300.jpg 221w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 755px) 100vw, 755px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I was originally intending to get a custom shower rod fabricated but came up with an alternative plan of suspending the shower curtain using pieces of the chain directly from the ceiling.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"644\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation19\" class=\"wp-image-2368\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19.jpg 644w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation19-189x300.jpg 189w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 644px) 100vw, 644px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most are held into the ceiling using drywall anchors but the couple that line up with studs is anchored more securely. I traced the contour of the base onto cardboard that when held against the ceiling, allowed me to properly line up the anchor points.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"768\" height=\"1024\" src=\"http:\/\/project.theownerbuildernetwork.co\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20.jpg\" alt=\"BathroomRenovation20\" class=\"wp-image-2369\" srcset=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20.jpg 768w, https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/project\/files\/2014\/09\/BathroomRenovation20-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 768px) 100vw, 768px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Thank you <a title=\"MrBippers\" href=\"https:\/\/www.instructables.com\/member\/MrBippers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"272\">MrBippers<\/a>&nbsp;for this great renovation project!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">If you liked this project, you might also like <span style=\"text-decoration: underline\"><a href=\"https:\/\/theownerbuildernetwork.co\/easy-diy-projects\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-lasso-id=\"273\">these&nbsp;easy DIY projects&#8230;<\/a><\/span><\/h4>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Thinking of selling your home? 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