Question 1

Should i go with large format tile or smaller mosaic for a small main bathroom renovation in my Fredericton condo?

Accepted Answer

Large format tile is actually the better choice for a small Fredericton condo bathroom — and this surprises a lot of homeowners who assume smaller spaces need smaller tiles.

Here's the logic: large format tiles (typically 24"×24" or even 12"×24") have fewer grout lines, which creates a cleaner, more continuous visual plane. That uninterrupted surface makes the eye read the room as larger. Mosaic tile, while beautiful, introduces a grid of grout lines that visually "chops up" the space and can a

Question 2

Can i add a half bath under the stairs in my Dieppe bi-level without major plumbing work?

Accepted Answer

Adding a half bath under the stairs in your Dieppe bi-level is definitely possible, but "minor" plumbing work is relative — you'll still need a licensed plumber and permits, though the scope can be manageable depending on your home's layout.

Most 1970s-1990s bi-levels in Dieppe have their main plumbing stack running through or near the central area of the home, which often puts it reasonably close to under-stair spaces. If your existing stack runs within 10-15 feet of your proposed location, yo

Question 3

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 4

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

Should i go with large format tile or smaller mosaic for a small main bathroom renovation in my Fredericton condo?

Can i add a half bath under the stairs in my Dieppe bi-level without major plumbing work?

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?