Room-by-Room Remodel Guides · Book 2
Bathroom Remodel: A Step-by-Step Walk-Through
From Demo to Final Caulk Line
Walk through a bathroom remodel the way I do it in my own homes — waterproofing, tile, vanity, drain relocation, and the order that prevents expensive re-do's.
About the Book
A homeowner-scaled plan for remodeling a bathroom from demo to final caulk line. You'll get the full scope and permit breakdown, the rough-in sequencing that prevents you from tiling over an out-of-spec drain, the waterproofing details that decide whether your tile lasts 30 years or 3, layout and cut planning for tile in a wet zone, vanity and fixture selection in real dollar terms, drain relocation for tub-to-shower conversions, and the ventilation math building departments actually check. Written the way I'd explain it to a neighbor — no jargon without a translation.
What You'll Learn
- Waterproofing details that most contractors skip — and why they matter long-term
- Tile layout with waste factor, cut planning, and the right mortar for the job
- How to handle a tub-to-shower conversion, including drain relocation
- Vanity and fixture selection with real cost comparisons
- Ventilation and fan sizing to meet code (and prevent mold)
- Permit checkpoints, inspection order, and the sequencing that keeps them on your schedule