DIY Bathroom Remodel | First Time Renovation for $4000
Since creating this video I have since started my own remodeling company. If you are located within the GTA and are in need of my services you can contact me through my site at www.radiantdesignandbuild.com
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My Mom wanted a new bathroom and so I did my best. This was my first time ever doing something like this, so I made a lot of mistakes along the way. Hopefully you can learn from them!
This took roughly 130 hours over 6 weeks. The price breakdown at the end is in Canadian dollars.
Things I'd do differently:
-LEVEL THE FLOOR
-not put ugly trim around backsplash (its only caulked on luckily)
-use a light grey grout for shower floors (for longevity)
-buy a snap cutter (I used a wet saw for every single cut)
-installed a wider niche (I like the niche I just wish it was slightly larger)
-done a smaller gap between profile and tile on horizontal surfaces (curb, bench, niche)
Tile
-Enigma Fragment Grey
-Enigma Dolomite Bianco
-MSI Stone ULC Greecian White Mini Hexagon
Moen Hensley 3-Piece Kit
MOEN Genta Single Hole Single-Handle Bathroom Faucet
MAAX Insight 31-1/2 - 33-1/2W x 67H Frameless Pivot Shower Door
Glacier Bay All-in-One 4.8 LPF High Efficiency Elongated 2-Piece Toilet
How I learned to do this
-Waterproof - / schlutersystems1
-Various - / homerenovisiondiy
-Various - / jeffpatterson
-Thinset Guide - www.diytileguy.com/which-thin...
-Drywall - / @vancouvercarpenter
-Tile - / starrtile
-Tile - / 916tilecoach
Instagram - @liamwolkon / liamwolkon
Loving my new bathroom! Thanks for all your hard work Liam. It looks amazing!!
You raised a great son and a handsome one too. 😂
Very Nice!! I love the colors. Good job 👍😊
An awesome son
You should be very proud. Great Job and great video.
Hi future mom-in-law! 😂❤
I swear I'm more impressed that an electrician was able to tile and grout an entire bathroom. Dude, you rock.
Electricians are such badasses. My dad was an electrician, and he built my childhood home with his buddies!
If you're not lazy and smart like this boy, you can do anything, no matter of your speciality.
@@moondancer81 But it helps to have some sort of speciality in that field, especially when it comes to electrics, as you dont want to be electrocuted when turning on the shower...^^ Still yeah, if your not a double lefthand and have some bwains and coordination and the will to do, learn and improve, you can do it too. Just get a little info beforehand, plan the thing, think of mistakes and maybe even watch vids like this on how its done and what could go wrong and you're out and about in no time.
@@wolfwilkopter2231 this what I meant 😉👍
Us Electricians are the best tradesman out there 😅 lol jk we all have our specialties
imagine how proud his mum must be. It'd be the ultimate flex to tell her friends her son did this, great job!
Then u pound her friends In the new shower ya just built 👌👌💯
@@ogkfabrication4180 wtf
Facts
I'm so proud and I dont even know him!
@@ogkfabrication4180 people like you make my day better
Im 41 and a second generation carpenter ,my dad has been a contractor my entire life and all I do is build tile showers I have some on my channel but I just started taking some pictures last year.Your doing very good for your age and I'm impressed with your attention to detail and your video making skills.You have to start somewhere and with confidence in yourself, it will take you along way.If you don't make mistakes you don't learn.Good job kid!!!
“My mom did all the painting… and once that was done… I quickly ruined it.” 🤣 The way you said that was hilarious. I loved watching this video, congrats 🥳
You just save your mom a 10,000 dollars or more project! Nice well Done
How much would a general contractor charge for this do you think?
@@Ryan_Quinn well for starters he did every trades Job! Painters, cheer rock,tile, electrical and on an on! In Northern California just a tile job for a shower like this are around from 3,500 to 5,000 so do you math for the rest of the trades!
Best SON ever!!!
@@Ryan_Quinn I've seen a reaction from a contracter in another video, he would charge for a simular bathroom $6000 just for labour!
@@Ryan_Quinn In jersey, a bathroom like this would be upwards of 20-25k. A basic 3 piece acrylic tub enclosure job and tongue and groove LVP flooring on a 5x10 bathroom I was quoted almost 12k by most general contractors.
This was awesome! And the fact that you're only 22 and did that for the FIRST TIME!? Applause. All the praise! I am 28 and own my home and would NEVER be able to do everything you just did. The bathroom turned out great!!! Looking forward to seeing other projects you work on!
As a mom of four sons (13-3 mo), I can imagine how touched and proud your mom must be-not only at you doing all this for her, but you being capable of doing this for her!
I know she was too, I also have 3 sons 34,32 and 27. I am a well cared for mom/grandma, even if they tell me they would run a boyfriend off! LoL
his mom will be more proud if he became a disciple of johnny sins
I think you did a wonderful job even with the minor flaws. My favorite part about the video is you didn't try and hide them. Being humble and contrite is an almost dead practice. Never lose it
I'm gonna need you to go ahead an renovate your entire house, because this was one of the most entertaining and satisfying reno's I've watched on KZhead. Great commentary and camera work
Man this guy sounds a lot older than 22 and definitely works to a very high standard than a 22 year old, well done.
Wait, he's only 22?! I'm so impressed with his work, look so flawless for being first time. I'd say he's did a lot better job than some of the guys working on my house. Any young woman who's going to end up with him is a lucky gal. 😄
WOW! YOU'RE AMAZING. YOU did everthing from water,electricity, waterproof, etc. Your mum should be very proud of you. Well done!
Thankyou for spending your time and documenting this process! The remodel looks amazing, and cheers to you for stepping up for your mom!
Who ever designed it i.e. chose the colors, tile, etc. did a wonderful job
Thus is my style honestly. All white
Thank you for putting the time in on this video! We are planning a diy bathroom remodel. This helped a lot.
Amazing job, great video and you kept it honest and didn't hide your mistakes, well done!
Honestly I am so proud of people my age who are not afraid to get their hands dirty and take on a larger home project on their own, it's such a rare thing these days. Also shoutout to your mom for trusting you on this one and giving you the chance to learn in the process! The research, the time and effort, the dedication to help out, learn and do things right is just so awesome! Well donee 🖐🌟
It’s not a rare thing these days. You’re just not in the labor industry. And most people don’t have the money and time to hire us/do it themselves. And how many people your age has homes? This is his moms bathroom. Stop saying generational bs like a boom it’s annoying. I hear it enough at work I come to KZhead to ignore that shit.
@@jabari189684 Generational bs is to disregard other people's experience because of your own one. I am a 20y girl and I come to youtube to feel less lonely and more inspired for the projects I take on because my mum doesn't have that much money to pay someone and cannot do it herself. We all have different perspective and if for you and your life his work and attitude is the norm, for me it's admiring and I think I have the right to say it just like you do. Of course I would enjoy to know more people who do the same without the need to be a part of the industry. Overall I am happy you have such a positive view, that's giving me hope to meet more of yall. But you're kind of rude to tell me what to do :/
Not everyone has that kind of time or skills at hand in our age.
@@ersandy4u Nah there is tons of young people who go into trade (like electricity or mining etc) and do such a great job at it, you just don't see it cause these regular jobs are not covered by the media, so many assume our generation is lazy when really it's not.
It's not really a rarity, you just don't see it cause general jobs are not covered by the media or shown in the internet a lot, if your not looking for it. I am 21, and I know so many intelligent young people, there is so many out there and they need to be given more credit.
Wooooow!!! Very impressive!!! Nothing like a man who can fix things around the house! Now I want a son, lol.
Daughters can do it too !
@@kahahana No one daughter I have ever met but I guess one possibly exist.
@lonipooh82, I thought the same thing! lol.
Lance Maybe if fathers taught their daughters hands on things like this??
This is really incredible and the end result is just beautiful! You did something wonderful for your mother and learned a bunch of new skills that will serve you well. You should be so very proud of yourself!
Thank you for this video! I'm ready to try this out pretty soon and I'm going to use this video as my guide on the order to do things. much appreciated!
Don't be so hard on yourself brother. It's a learning experience and you're young. I'm new to the trades and am about to be 25; I have yet to take on my own bathroom project like this. Awesome job man. Your mom must be very happy!
The most gratifying feeling is to know that you did your own work and regardless of the minor bumps in the road you still feel proud dedication you put into it. First time DIYer team!
That looks awesome.! Thanks for sharing the video. It was great to watch your story!
It came out really nice. Thanks for putting the video together.
You did an ABSOLUTE amazing job!!!!!!! 22!!???? You're going to do great things in this world, young man!
You did a great job, it looks really nice and professional! Doing a whole bathroom redo is really hard work! I know because I just completely redid my bathroom also, all by myself! (55 year old woman), so it was nice to hear how proud you are of the job you did. Props to you, it’s hard work! (I’m really proud of my bathroom too 😁)
Thank you and congrats on doing yours!
That's badass, I love it.
This looks amazing!! You did a GREAT job!! So impressed especially being your first time!! Awesome job
Looks beautiful! Just finished a bathroom and I also made a few mistakes that are lessons for next time. Good job!
Wow! What a hard working young man, I bet you’re parents are extremely happy they have you around to help with renovations like this. Great work!😁
As a mom myself, I can only guess how proud yr mom must be. If my son had done our bathroom like this. I'd take every guest to visit it whenever they come :)
Good on you for giving it a go so many people are put off before they even try! hats off to you!
I really enjoyed watching you remodeling this bathroom as well another amazing job well done, Thank You For Sharing
How sweet! My son’s name is Liam too! So wonderful to take care of your mom like that. Great job! Keep it up! 😁
I am impressed that you are only 22...great job young man...gives this teacher hope 🥰👍🏽
Wow, what an amazing job! Fantastic results for all that hard work. I really enjoyed the video, it was great to have you narrating all the way through, explaining everything. That was loads of work too. I m so impressed that this was the first time you have done a bathroom, and that you are so young and did such an amazing job. Your Mum must be so proud of you, and so nice that she did the painting. Team effort.
Great work!!! Both video and craftsmanship were terrific. Inspiring me to want to conquer a remodel of one of my half baths. Nice job!!
This literally looks like a bathroom in a nice hotel. You did a damn good job, I know your mom is so happy and proud of you, especially with this being your first time doing anything like this. Absolutely beautiful ❤️
Yes, I have enjoyed watching your courage and determination transform your Mother's bathroom into masterpiece.
Really great work.. even adds to the effort that you did this in the evenings.. good stuff
Looks amazing! The walk through of the process is very helpful.
Amazing job! Also, I could watch your videos all day. You have a great eye for editing and a perfect voice for narrating.
Enjoyed watching! You've made one heck of a bathroom for the first time ever doing it and it's very kind of you helping your mom! She must be so proud of you! 💞That’s Awesome!!! 🤟🏻Well done!
Very impressive and so brave of you to tackle this without prior experience. You also are very detailed and organized in your description of tools, music, where you learned how to do this. Very well done!!
Good on you brother! Wonderful thing you've done for your mother. Great job!
You did a great job!!! Really soon I’m going to be doing this type of work and you help me realize that it will come out great but mistakes will be made
I loved the results!!! It looks beautiful and neat!!
You did an excellent job. Taking the time to do this for your mom is priceless. God bless you 🥺
Great video! I really enjoyed watching the process and the very careful water and moisture barrier work. The lighting in the shower (in the niche and above) and the vanity area are really clever and attractive. The shower tile design and color were good choices. Talk about hard work. A day job and then your night and weekend job. Your mom must be so proud! Excellent work, and great tips about the fan, wiring details, all super helpful. Thanks!
What a wonderful job and fab young man. Sure mum is really proud. Well done!
Your mom must be soo happy! The time and hard work you spent doing the remodeling is priceless. Good job!
Amazing work! Really enjoyed the video. Your skills and general confidence to tackle a project like this are well ahead of your years. Video editing was great, too. Keep up the excellent work!
Love it, gives me an idea how to redo my bathroom. I especially love the back light in the shower.
I never thought it was THAT difficult to re-do your bathroom... Admiration for the hard, very precise work!!
omg you're so cute doing all this and of course, being so happy with the final results!! it ended up looking really great, specially for one who had never done this before. congrats!! ur mom must have been very happy with it as well.
You did an amazing job! Confidence and determination go a long way! No doubt your mum is super proud of you!
One of the best remodeling video I've seen!. Everything was perfect and well done. Thanks for sharing this, I've been wanting to do something like this myself and you just inspired me. Just perfect!!!!!
Wow that was a lot of work to do mostly on your own! For a lot of firsts, it turned out amazing.
I absolutely LOVED this video! I have to say that is a hell of a lot of work... hats off to you! Your mom is VERY lucky. I always wanted to try the schluter system, but the thought of a bathroom remodel makes my head hurt! I'd be crying for help after the first week 🤣 Your determination is inspiring. Definitely a sub after this vid! 👍
IM SUPER IMPRESSED. THIS LOOKS AMAZING AND ITS GIVING ME GREAT IDEAS FOR MY DIY BATHROOM MAKEOVER
Dude. Great job For your first time. The finished product just looks amazing. Great video. Thanks for sharing
My dude you’re only 22 !? Lol I’m 26 and look and sound like a child XD
Tell me about it smh lol
When I hear 22 I think of a fetus, not a full grown man. And I am 28 😭
Awesome job. Great video. Watched every second. Very professional.
That was hard work. Well done, your mum must be so proud. It looks great. yay
Wow! The finished product looks really good. Im thankful for your honesty in letting us know where you messed up to help others from making similar mistakes. Rest assured that there is no judgement here. I plan on remodeling my bathroom soon and Ill be thankful to have mine come out as nice as yours did. Cheers!
That’s amazing how much you did all by yourself!! Wow bravo to you
This was awesome to watch - way better than anything on HGTV - and you did a fantastic job!!!
Beautiful work. Truly would say ive been watching and it's always wonderful to see a young entrepreneur doing what you do and sharing it with others. Knowledge is power. And youre humble with your work as well. Rare quality
Hey Mate, that was really worth the watch. I really enjoyed how it came together in the end. Thanks for sharing 👍
All I can say is wow!!! You did amazing job especially for the first time! I'm putting in new tile floors for my mom's bathroom as well, omg it's not easy at all! I was beat and I was working on floors after work as well. Very impressive 👍
Stoked to see all of the supportive comments for this guy out here doing his best for his mama❤️
IKR?!! She raised up an outstanding young man!
WOW looks LOVELY!! I’m sure your mother is EXTREMELY happy with your efforts, I know I would. I appreciate you listing the items, KZhead links, as well as, lessons learned. Thank you
That’s awesome! Continue doing projects you’ll learn more and find new tricks to make life easier. I did the same for my moms duplex years ago.
Great job!! Don't be so hard on yourself! You're self learning, this is all new to you yet you made it look like a pro did it!! I can't wait to see your progress. Also I love your voice😊
You are an amazing guy, talented and disciplined Respect to the work you did and for the making of the video. It looks great and your mum must be super pleased and proud!
I totally love it.... that color scheme of the bathroom gave me some ideas for my new apartment i'm about to build
Huge improvement mate! 👍🏻 Love your work & the fact that your videos are short, sharp & to the point! Keep up the good work 👌🏻🐨🌺
You did an amazing job. I’m sure your mom is proud!
Amazing young man! Let’s just start with the hardest renovation EVER and nail it! Please do the whole house. Awesome!
WOW! This is such an amazing transformation. Quite impressive! What a good son!!
Your a good man for doing this for your Mom. Great job, looks beautiful.
Great job for a first timer! You saved your mom a ton of money tackling that project by yourself. I'm sure she's very proud. Loving your choice of materials, too. You have an eye for design. Keep it up!
Now I understand why complete bathroom gut jobs are so expensive. There’s a lot of work involved. I love how meticulous you were in this first time project. You wanted the very best for your mom. You did an AMAZING job!!!
B-E-A-U-T-I-F-U-L! You are so talented and the reno is spectacular! Thanks for sharing!!!
Looking GREAT, very Impressive! Well-done.
Omg! As someone with a background in interior design this is incredible for a solo job! 😍
Amazing job and your mom is, I’m sure, more than grateful for saving her the loot and proud of you for your tremendously beautiful work!!! Not an easy task to remodel a bathroom especially with little to no experience and without help!! Bravo!
I love the way this turned out. You did so well for not knowing much! The colors are beautiful and the backsplashes with the tile was a perfect match!!!
Great job man! And I love that you call yourself out for your screw ups.
Amazing work and what a lucky Mom to have such a talented and loving son😊
I love the fact that you were so honest throughout the whole video. The guys that do this type of work make it look so easy but it definitely takes time to master. I am my own worst critic as well and I HATE when I know something isn't perfect but I've learned I really am the only person who notices it 😄😄
Very nice. Thanks for the tips. Looking forward to future projects.
Beautiful result man. Well done. Props for showing your errors and talking about them.
Absolutely beautiful! From looking like a motel bathroom to a stunning modern bathroom. Job well done. 👍
Wow! The project came out so beautiful and I know your Mom is proud. Not too many mothers can say their son renovated their bathroom with his own two hands. Look forward to future projects. Thanks for sharing your talent.
Fantastic job! Your mom must be so proud
OMG! I love the finish product. ❤️ ❤️ Amazing 👏 👏 👏 Well done!
For someone who remodeled their bathroom for the first time you did a much better job than the contractor we PAID for. Should’ve just called you lol great job!
The fact that you gave this a try for the first try amazes me. I’m a new sub. I like stuff like this! Great job. Very inspirational!
Loved the detail and the effort, came out really nice loved it!!!
wow, man. that is an example of courage. i wish i had those skills. keep it up.