Question 1

What ventilation does code require for an interior bathroom with no window in a Moncton apartment building conversion?

Accepted Answer

Interior bathrooms in apartment conversions must have mechanical exhaust ventilation that removes at least 25 L/s (50 CFM) continuously or 50 L/s (100 CFM) when occupied, according to the National Building Code of Canada 2020 edition that New Brunswick has adopted (effective May 1, 2025 for new applications).

For your Moncton conversion project, you'll need to install an exhaust fan that either runs continuously at the lower rate or operates at the higher rate with occupancy controls like a hum

Question 2

Should i go with a wall-hung toilet or floor-mounted in a tiny powder room renovation in my Saint John condo?

Accepted Answer

Wall-hung toilets are excellent for tiny powder rooms — they create visual space by exposing more floor area and make cleaning much easier since there's no base to work around.

In your Saint John condo, the key consideration is whether your wall framing can support the in-wall carrier system. Most condos built after 1990 have adequate 2x6 or 2x8 wall framing, but older buildings may need reinforcement. The carrier mounts to the wall studs and supports up to 880 lbs, but proper installation is c

Bathroom Renovations

What ventilation does code require for an interior bathroom with no window in a Moncton apartment building conversion?

Should i go with a wall-hung toilet or floor-mounted in a tiny powder room renovation in my Saint John condo?