How to Convert a Tub Surround to a Walk In Shower | Bathroom Renovation

Replacing a Bathtub to a Shower in this Remodel. Complete DIY Guide.
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Tiles - Mayfair Hd Suave Bianco Matte 11.81 x 23.62
Plumbing Fixtures - Aqua Brass
Total Cost of Project (Rough Ballpark)
~$10,295 USD
~$13,800 CAD
Project took 9 days
0:00 Demo
10:10 Opening Subfloor
11:00 Plumbing
22:05 Recessing Subfloor
25:50 Electrical
31:35 Drywall
35:33 Kerdi Board
40:13 Floor Prep
42:30 Waterproofing
48:18 Tiling Floor
59:00 Tiling Walls
1:17:45 Transition / Niche LED / Lighting
1:20:06 Painting / Grouting / Silicone
1:25:11 Trim / Shutoffs
1:26:53 Vanity
1:29:28 Shower Fixtures
1:32:10 Mirror / Sconces / Faucet
1:38:55 Final Reveal
1:40:12 Cost Breakdown

[@ashton8878]

How much does a whole bathroom like this cost may I ask???

[@fafa-iq3eh]

Watch till the end and you will know 😅😅😅😅

[@kuanepakuanepa3705]

I spoke with a couple at home depot a few weeks ago, was told 40k for a 5 x 8 bathroom to pretty much do this.

[@user-kt8ef9fc2z]

Depends if you are going to do it or if a pro does. can do this for under 5k if you do it yourself.

[@relikvija]

Orgmange backing is so expensive you might as well use marble

[@alirE2904]

​@@kuanepakuanepa3705 in 2017, just a shower they told me ,8k

[@diabolistic]

Beautiful Wolkin shower

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Haha thank you

[@inouskehashibira1045]

Hahahaha 😂.

[@fafa-iq3eh]

@@WorkinwithWolkonhey Liam GREAT WORK! I submitted a quote request on your website a couple days ago but haven’t received any response yet.. I’m sure you are extremely busy but just wanna check and see if you actually received the request… it is for a bathroom remodel in Oakville. Thanks!

[@jermainefluker1194]

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[@mikeamescreations]

What I learned from your video is that it's probably best to hire a professional. I'm pretty sure I could do this myself, but it would take me MONTHS!. I really enjoyed watching your processes, and now know why you get $4500 a week for labor. Good Job!! ...I"m sure this home owner was extremely happy.

[@jasonlee9876]

The longer the video the better!! I can watch this all day :):) Great job!!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks as always Jason!

[@JustJ0YouKnow]

It's so interesting to see how this kinda stuff gets done. I'm a homeowner so just kinda like seeing what has to happen to do projects like this and it's helpful in understanding what's going on in your walls and just how difficult some these projects can before you potentially take one on. I appreciate you sharing!

[@bryandouglasbailey]

"For those of you that can read..." hahaha - this project is really nice. Well done.

[@handysolutionsrenovation416]

Beautiful! Your most in depth video yet and really showed the details behind the scenes

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks! Tried to provide a little more info with this one

[@bere4202]

I love seeing people who are good and proud of their craft. I could watch for hours 😅

[@quinceyezra2847]

I watched a movie length video to learn that I will not be doing this on my own lmao

[@annhow68]

Me too 😂

[@jsides1006]

You both do excellent work. Very high quality. I love that you talk over the video instead of talking while filming.

[@k00k]

You're so lucky to have a guy that enjoys mudding and is good at it!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Sebastian is the best

[@nikluv21]

First time viewer. I'm disabled, but in the process of remodeling what I can do.. I have been taking out the drywall in bathroom. This video comes up and it really really helps. I don't have the money to hire people like that, but I try to get volunteered help from some experienced friends.. I love how you are explaining everything. I have subscribed and I'm ready to watch your other videos.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks so much and good luck!

[@notablonde1]

Wonderful work Liam and Sebastian. You've come full circle and are now a true teacher, also!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks you so much!!

[@mikezachan7117]

Awesome video. I watched the whole thing. Probly the longest video I’ve ever watched on KZbin. Good job guys.

[@zxh825cd]

The most professional practice I ever saw. Wish I have chance to work with these guys!

[@orwellianyoutube8978]

its truly crazy to see how Canadian and American houses are made out of carboard and wood. Fascinating.

[@FrustratedBaboon]

Best video on KZbin hands down, I don't think anyone can top the amount of detail you gave to make this come to life.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you!

[@BuddyJackstraw]

Im only about a third way through the video but knew as soon as i saw the floor protection down you guys were going to be good craftsmen. Very well covered, prideful work. Keep on truck'n!

[@AlexSwenson-ff4eb]

This video inspired me to replace the fan in my bathroom

[@AK-kn9lq]

Liam I love your long format videos, thank you so much for providing us with these!!!!!!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Glad you like them! Thank you!

[@blakewhite3131]

I was just trying to get an idea of where to start (there's no easy answer to that for a beginner i dont think) and i just sat and watched this entire two hour video. I have ADHD, and I consistently cannot make it through informational videos due to boredom, but you explain things in a very digestible way. Its this perfect middle of casually using trade terms but then explaining them to the layman, not over nor under explaining what you are doing. This really helped me get a grasp on the different facets of what goes into a bathroom remodel, im sure I'll look at more of your videos for help in the future. Thank you for sharing!

[@twistedsphere]

i loved this video. totally something I could keep as a bedtime story to fall asleep to, and dream about doing house projects. wish i could get this level of insight into the future contractors I'll inevitably hire in the years to come.

[@agdiddle]

“Do some light sanding” sander has light heheeee

[@aod_fan]

Thanks for the all the tips, tricks, and advice. Further breaking down the cost of what I know I would not need in my bathroom reno and just the basics to start off with helps with a budget in mind and then add in the others as I am designing/shopping.

[@pd7304]

Liam, I’m about to move into my first home and need to undertake 2 bathroom renos. Your videos are so insightful and helpful. By sharing, you’re really making a difference in the quality of peoples lives. Thank you.

[@lovestosingalot55bodin7]

Great job Liam and Sebastian. Wow! that was a LOT of work and done professionally. I am sure the homeowners were quite pleased. xoxo

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks so much!

[@g.dubyou6263]

Looking great, Wolkon. When installing that ceiling fan, I like to trace, score and peel back the first layer of the drywall. This flushes the insert, you don’t have to do any feathering. It’s just flush.

[@g.dubyou6263]

Watching this as you’re painting the room, and talking about it being Benjamin Moore. It looked like my TV was hollow in the center. I think my living room walls are painted the same color. One of Benjamin Moore most successful colors, Revere Pewter. It’s a Greige. Gray beige. The builder uses all Sherwin Williams when they painted my house during the build. I’m usually a Sherwin fan, but, I really loved this Revere Pewter.

[@sarahostelka4587]

Lovely as always! Thank you for the long video!!!!! I know it’s a lot of extra work to narrate, I appreciate your time and knowledge!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you so much!

[@username12477]

Great work wolkin i hope the home owners like this bathroom amazing work

[@4b978]

Great job, I love how you guys pay attention to details.

[@adolfoman]

Watched the entire video! Great work, Liam. Love your explanations and thoroughness in your execution. Always learning something from your videos. Congrats!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you so much!

[@antoniosalonia7410]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL GREAT JOB!!

[@nickp3173]

Beautiful bathroom! You worked fairly quickly as well. Nice job.

[@bretburt7317]

Awesome job. You got a sub for your attention to detail. Not many people impress me on this. Not to mention your pants look like mine! Just an FYI for those in the US, a quick search says that code requires a minimum of a 2" drain UNLESS the Single shower head puts out 2.0GPM or less. Since you had multiple heads, it is most likely not up to code anywhere in the US. It definitely isn't in FL, MI or CA. I like the idea of using an old piece of tile as a heat shield. Also, I haven't seen the exhaust fan mount, pretty cool.

[@SethsProject]

Such good work. It's impossible not to learn something watching these.

[@captdbj3984]

Best video on the subject. And I’ve watched a bunch of tile and bathroom renovation videos. Good job!

[@LeoScarpelli]

I've been looking for this exact information for a long time! and thank you so much for the verbal explanations which were very clear, detailed and helpful.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Glad it was helpful! Thanks!!

[@giaa.9002]

love the way u give yr 100% in job to be done😊beautiful bathroom makeover.

[@repairitdontwreckit4257]

Nice work. Many quality tips. Very organized, clean and organized. A pleasure to watch.

[@drew317]

Great f****** work fellas!!! The detail you guys go to is impeccable and impossible to find the kind of work ethic and pride you guys show!!👍👍

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Much appreciated!

[@dcstyle77]

Great jobs Boys! Nice and Clean!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks Darryl!!

[@OQureshii]

The shower turned out amazing! Thanks for the details on the floor!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks a lot glad you liked it!

[@jaysmith6013]

So much skill! I have very minimal bathroom remodel experience, I’ve only replaced lighting, toilets, vanity faucets and shower heads. I really want to convert my half bath to a 3/4, but this is all so beyond what I feel I can do.

[@Goxoa]

This is some really impressive work, but also knowledge! Top notch!

[@michaelnguyen8166]

Really well done. Great works guys.

[@hj8607]

You do beautiful work and meticulous on the shower floor sloping cuts. Shluter does now offer a shallow linear drain (3-4 gal/min.). With open access to drains, this linear drain could be on backwall and using Kerdi single slope to drain pan ALL that cutting is sidestepped

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you! I had heard about this although I haven’t looked into it too much My clients would never go for the linear drain in the past due to the cost of the schluter linear systems

[@jmcguire56]

This video was TREMENDOUS! Great job.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks!!

[@TheJerrytwinam]

Great work, guys. To help with the gaps opening at the wall/ceiling/tub/tile joints, fill the tub with water and let it settle for a couple of hours before applying silicone. I have had success with prestressing those joints before sealing.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Great tip! No tub on this one for that but I’ll keep that in mind for our next alcove tub

[@patchyderpirat]

have been watching your renovation vids for a while now. always amazed by the craftsmanship. keep it up brothers

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you!

[@annvince1942]

Great information for me as I will be having a very similar renovation . I will have a contractor doing mine so watching this video gave me so much info on what to expect. Thank you .

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Glad it was helpful I wish you good luck with your project!

[@Isleskye]

Excellent! Very enjoyable and informative. Thanks

[@Lyle-rm1ft]

Excellent video, ur explanations were clear and concise. Reminded me of my years hanging drywall as well as plumbing repair. Never did tile tho. Presently collecting material for the exact remodel. Glad I found ur video,... insightful and informative, I like the way you handled the niche and the shower fixtures are exactly what I'm looking for. Good job guys... 5/24

[@juicebox86]

Stoked for the low voltage/niche lighting video to come out.

[@mmanut]

BEAUTIFUL WORK‼️ Vinny 🇺🇸😊

[@jonathanfannin3974]

Excellent video!! Very in depth and informative! You guys do amazing work. I wish I found your channel before I redone my bathroom!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Wow thanks so much! I’m sure it turned out just fine anyways

[@ChristopherB711]

Awesome job-thanks for your step by step explanation! 👍🏻

[@pearledesigns]

Fabulous video guys!! Such a great tutorial. Thank you so much!!

[@coreythomas9178]

Great work guys!!

[@artman2119]

Thank you…excellent job in conveying useful information.

[@ryanmuth2390]

Nailed it again! Love the longer videos as well 👍🏻

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks so much! Tried to include more details with this one

[@ragingweenies1027]

i love the new vids how you explain everything. this is awesome. i’ve been loving the plumbing information

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you I’m glad to hear that!

[@reply7007]

Amazing as always, thank you for everything you do here on youtube!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Glad you enjoyed it, thanks!

[@ZaireEl-Amin]

super helpful liked all the detail being explained and steps

[@seanc.5310]

This was a fantastic video. You guys do great work and explain it well. Cheers

[@donnat1967]

Good work. Looks beautiful

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@naomiphilliac]

This was great to watch. Thank you!

[@seangriffin2070]

I really like these longer format videos.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks!

[@ekomind23]

one of the best videos i saw on here, thanks.

[@VioletPurplePink]

I wish all craftsmen worked like you! Most cut corners!

[@gregcherebinaahomerenovati8398]

As always, my friend amazing video and great breakdown! Keep up the great coverage!!!!! Amazing workmanship!!!!!!!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

I appreciate that thank you so much!

[@lebotnov66]

Most excellent! This is just like what I want to do with my basement bathroom!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks and good luck!

[@13smadd]

Amazing! Love it.

[@eclecticdeb4394]

Beautiful job!!

[@zakkarnowski]

Damn that turned out great dude. Great touch with the shower floor and the niche lighting. Super cool ideas.🍻

[@carlosmcmahon623]

Awesome job.

[@JulieThompson38]

Excellent job.

[@theedeevynegoddess]

I speak love life peace prosperity into your lives! You all are such sweet souls and I pray that everything y’all need in every capacity of your life is met exceedingly and abundantly! ❤❤❤

[@shelliwesson4512]

Perfect and sophisticated! 🖤

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you so much!

[@DanielaBunu]

What a nice job you guys did. 🤩👏🏼

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks again!

[@akimateru7980]

You guys did an amazing work..

[@365LVFLOORING]

Nice job, well done. The most difficult jobs for me are the electrical part and the plumbing part.

[@adammocaby2636]

Beautiful work as usual!!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you Adam!

[@ginasmitasin479]

There is a tool in sewing that has a small metal ball on the end of it to help push corners out without tearing a hole in them. I’ve seen other makers use it to clean up caulk/silicone instead of your finger or some other tool. It works really well and saves your finger joints.

[@mussimike]

Thanks for the extra explanation on this one, answered some of those points that were nagging me.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you glad it was helpful!

[@josephc.miller1395]

I really like the longer video!

[@PatrickEArchuleta-fs8bv]

Personally I did not like this bathroom ,these gents do great work God continue to bless you keep up the great work.

[@sjohnson1876]

Nice job!!

[@shlongest4437]

Amazing video! I learned so much!!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks so much!

[@trevorgreene5059]

Another awesome bathroom renovation! Nice sliding glass door which is different from the typical swinging glass door done in previous renovation jobs. While I understand that the bottom track doesn't make it a "true" curbless shower design, it does keep the door on a track without risking it swinging and falling off the upper track.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks you!

[@CarCrazyGhost]

i love the flooring you did and clean to the shower love that style and the floor vent looks amazing i am purchasing a condo and i see this project in the future for the main bathroom needs a remodel bad... anyway thank you im hoping this inspires me to do at least the basics taking down wallpaper clean molding... doing a vanity and mirror and lighting... adding switches and maybe replacing or updating both toilet and tub and shower setup.. would love a walk in tile or stone shower tho but thats a dream. Thanks for showing people can do it with enough knowledge patience and time.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thank you so much! Good luck!!

[@Gerberous]

Man I love finding channels of guys that do good work instead of those DIY channels where every 15 minutes I go “wtf is he doing that for”. I can watch this all day.

[@husseinosman8017]

Thanks for this longer vid.

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Np and thank you!

[@RogerKnowsTech]

Amazing work! The level of detail. I wish you guys were in Houston Texas! Finding that level of detail is going to be hard to find!

[@larryshaheed253]

Im Doing My First Curbless ShowerThis Was A great Video . Only thing missing was the instalation of the shower glass.

[@brandyolsen273]

Thank you for sharing your process. It matters :)

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

You are so welcome and thank you!

[@emmannuelthomas8060]

Love the long detailed video

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks!

[@TUDIU]

very nice job

[@tadayapeterkin1500]

Amazing

[@rhinorampage1807]

Great Video!

[@WorkinwithWolkon]

Thanks!