Bathroom Renovations in Scarborough
Scarborough bathroom renovations by Durham Region's most experienced design-build team
Scarborough homeowners have no shortage of renovation contractors to choose from — it's one of the most competitive markets in the GTA. But most of those contractors are chasing volume across a massive service area, from Mississauga to Markham to Hamilton. Floor & Bath Design comes from the other direction: we're based in Ajax, Scarborough is our western boundary, and bathroom renovations are literally what we were founded on in 1989.
That matters because we're not stretching ourselves thin across 30 cities. When we take on a Scarborough bathroom renovation, our project lead is 20 minutes away — not sitting in traffic on the 401 from the other side of the GTA. Our Ajax showroom on Old Kingston Road is a short drive from anywhere in Scarborough, so visiting to choose tile, vanities, and fixtures in person is easy.
Bathroom Renovation Services in Scarborough
Ensuite Renovations
The ensuite is where homeowners invest the most — heated floors, custom tile patterns, freestanding tubs, oversized walk-in showers with frameless glass, and vanities with plenty of storage. We design ensuites that feel like a retreat but function for daily use. Every detail is considered: ventilation (properly sized exhaust fan, not the noisy builder-grade unit), lighting (layered — pot lights, vanity sconces, and shower niche lighting), and storage (recessed cabinets, built-in niches, drawer organizers).
Main Bathroom Renovations
Scarborough's housing stock ranges from 1950s bungalows to 2020s builds, and each era's bathrooms have their own challenges. Older homes often have cast iron drain pipes, small footprints, and tile over drywall (not cement board). Newer homes may have builder-grade finishes that are already showing wear. We handle both — upgrading infrastructure where needed while delivering finishes that last.
Tub-to-Shower Conversions
One of our most requested projects. Remove the bathtub, waterproof the entire area with Schluter KERDI membrane, build a custom tile shower base with linear drain, and install frameless glass enclosure. The space feels dramatically larger, and for homes with multiple bathrooms, converting one tub to a shower is a practical upgrade — you keep a tub elsewhere for kids or resale value.
Powder Room Upgrades
Small space, big impact. A powder room renovation lets you use statement materials — bold tile, a vessel sink on a floating vanity, designer fixtures — without the budget of a full bathroom. Most powder rooms are completed in under two weeks.
Accessibility Upgrades
Curbless showers, grab bars, comfort-height toilets, lever faucets, wider doorways, non-slip tile, and bench seating. We design accessible bathrooms that look contemporary — not clinical. Whether you're planning ahead for aging in place or addressing a current need, every feature integrates seamlessly into the design.
What to Expect — Cost and Timeline
| Project Type | Cost Range (CAD) | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Powder room update | $8,000–$15,000 | 1–2 weeks |
| Standard bathroom renovation | $15,000–$30,000 | 3–4 weeks |
| Ensuite renovation | $22,000–$40,000 | 4–6 weeks |
| Luxury ensuite | $40,000–$60,000+ | 5–7 weeks |
| Tub-to-shower conversion | $10,000–$18,000 | 2–3 weeks |
We provide detailed, line-item quotes after your in-home consultation — no guesswork, no ranges so wide they're meaningless. You'll see exactly what each component costs.
Products and Materials
All materials are selected at our Ajax showroom where you can see and touch everything before committing. We carry:
- Porcelain, ceramic, and natural stone tile — including large-format slabs that reduce grout lines
- Vanities — custom, semi-custom, and stock in single, double, and floating configurations
- Faucets and fixtures — quality brands that balance style and longevity
- Bathtubs — freestanding, alcove, drop-in, and soaker
- Shower glass — frameless, semi-frameless, and fixed panel
- Toilets — standard, comfort-height, wall-mounted, and one-piece
- Heated flooring — electric radiant systems under tile
- Schluter waterproofing — KERDI membrane system throughout
Our Process
- Free in-home consultation — We visit your Scarborough home, measure the bathroom, discuss what's working and what isn't, and establish a budget range. About 60 minutes.
- Design and material selection — Detailed design with layout, tile patterns, fixture placement, and 3D rendering. You visit our showroom to finalize materials.
- Permits and scheduling — We handle permit applications for plumbing and electrical changes. Materials ordered so everything arrives before demo day.
- Construction — Demolition, rough-ins, waterproofing, tile, vanity, fixtures, glass, and finishing. Our project lead manages the entire build.
- Final walkthrough — We inspect everything together. 30-day follow-up for any adjustments.
Why Scarborough Homeowners Choose Floor & Bath Design
- Proximity — Based in Ajax, 20 minutes from Scarborough. Your project lead isn't commuting from across the GTA.
- Specialization — Bathrooms are our core business and have been since 1989. 44 completed bathroom projects in our portfolio.
- Full service — Design, materials, permits, construction, and follow-up. One team, one point of contact.
- Showroom — See and choose materials in person at our Ajax showroom, not from a screen.
- Track record — 7x Best of Houzz, 35+ years in business, hundreds of completed projects across Durham Region.
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Ready for Your Scarborough Bathroom Renovation?
Book a free in-home consultation. We'll measure your space, discuss your vision, and provide a detailed quote — no surprises.