Northern Oak
Spa-style ensuite bathroom renovation in a Muskoka cottage

Bathroom Renovations
in Muskoka.

Bathrooms are where a Muskoka renovation pays back daily. We build ensuites, powder rooms, and bunkie washrooms with full waterproofing and finishes that handle real cottage use.

What's included

The work, in detail.

Bathrooms are where a Muskoka renovation pays back daily. We build ensuites, powder rooms, and bunkie washrooms with full waterproofing and finishes that handle real cottage use.

  • Schluter and Kerdi full waterproofing
  • Heated floors and towel warmers
  • Walk-in showers with natural stone
  • Freestanding tubs with lake views
Going deeper

How we approach bathroom renovations.

Waterproofed properly

Full Schluter or Kerdi membranes on every wet wall and floor, sloped pre-pans, banded transitions, and pressure-tested before tile. Failures we get called to inspect are almost always membrane shortcuts.

Built for shoulder seasons

Heated tile floors, towel warmers, sealed exterior penetrations, and freeze-protected plumbing so the bathroom is comfortable in May and protected in January.

Tile and stone done right

Natural stone honed and sealed, large-format porcelain layouts dry-fit before set, and grout color sampled on a panel before the wall ever sees mortar.

Lake-view tubs and showers

Freestanding tubs and frameless shower glass placed for the view, with sightline studies before plumbing rough-ins are committed.

What's involved

Every trade in a bathroom renovations project.

We run the full scope or with vetted partners on a single contract. Here's what typically lands inside this kind of project.

Plumbing rough-in

Relocations, shower valves, freestanding tub fillers, and PEX manifolds.

Electrical

GFCI circuits, vanity lighting, fan/heater combos, and heated floor controls.

Waterproofing

Schluter or equivalent membranes on every wet wall and curb-less shower pan.

Tile work

Large-format, mosaic, and feature niches set by dedicated tile setters.

Vanity & millwork

Custom or sourced vanities with stone tops, integrated sinks, and mirrors.

Glass & fixtures

Frameless shower enclosures, fixtures, and accessories installed last.

Ventilation

Properly ducted fans to exterior, sized for the cubic footage of the room.

Recent work

Bathroom Renovations we've built.

Spa-style ensuite bathroom renovation with freestanding tub
Spa-style ensuite bathroom renovation with freestanding tub
Renovated cottage with new ensuite and lake view
Renovated cottage with new ensuite and lake view
Matching tile and stone between kitchen and bathroom
Matching tile and stone between kitchen and bathroom
Walk-in shower with natural stone in a Muskoka cottage
Walk-in shower with natural stone in a Muskoka cottage
Bathroom rough-in with waterproofing membrane
Bathroom rough-in with waterproofing membrane
Cottage exterior with new ensuite addition
Cottage exterior with new ensuite addition
How we meet

We come to you. Lake, city, or screen.

We love meeting people over a coffee so we can hear them out and understand their vision for the cottage. Boots on the ground in Muskoka, in-person meetings in Toronto, or a video call if your schedule is tight. Pick what works for you.

Coffee in the city

Most of our clients live in Toronto or the GTA. We meet downtown between site days so you can sketch ideas, swap photos, and walk through scope without driving north.

Boots on the ground in Muskoka

Our crew lives here. We'll meet you at the cottage, walk the lot, and pull tape on what you're thinking, no appointment shuffling required.

Virtual walkthroughs

Live video walkthroughs of the site, the build, and the selections. Hit join from anywhere in the world and see the project as if you were standing in it.

Year-round or weekenders

Whether the cottage is your full-time home or your getaway, we shape the build sequence around how you actually use the place, and how often you can be on site.

Book a bathroom renovations chatToronto, Muskoka, or virtual, your call.
What clients say

Real bathroom renovations reviews.

5.0 · 19 Google reviews
"Heated floors, soaker tub, and lake view from the shower. October at the cottage is a different experience now."
M. Khoury / Lake of Bays · Master ensuite
"Three bathrooms done in eight weeks, all waterproofed properly. No leaks two winters in."
The Pellegrino Family / Bracebridge · Full bath reno
"They added a full ensuite to our primary bedroom where there was just a closet."
J. Forrester / Port Carling · Ensuite addition
Our process

How a bathroom renovations project runs.

01

Design

Tile and stone selections finalized before demo.

02

Rough-in

Plumbing, electrical, and waterproofing inspected before tile.

03

Finish

Tile, vanity, glass, and fixtures installed by one crew.

FAQ

Common questions.

Do you handle the plumbing inspections?+

Yes. We pull permits and book rough-in and final inspections directly.

How long does a bathroom reno take?+

Most ensuites run 4 to 7 weeks on site. Powder rooms run 2 to 3 weeks.

What does a Muskoka bathroom reno cost?+

Ensuites range from $35,000 to $120,000 depending on tile, stone, and fixture selections. Powder rooms typically $12,000 to $30,000.

Do you do full waterproofing under tile?+

Always. Schluter or Kerdi membranes on every wall and floor that sees water, pressure-tested before tile goes down.

Can you add a bathroom where there isn't one?+

Yes. New bathrooms in bunkies, basements, and additions are routine. We run new drain stacks and venting as needed.

Are heated floors worth it in a cottage?+

Yes, especially for shoulder seasons. Electric mats under tile are inexpensive to install and transform an unheated cottage bathroom in October.

Do you do steam showers?+

Yes. Steam-rated waterproofing, sloped ceilings, sealed glass, and dedicated generators. Worth doing properly or not at all.

Can we keep one bathroom usable during the reno?+

Yes, when there are multiple bathrooms. We sequence work and contain dust so other bathrooms stay in service.

Do you source tile and fixtures?+

Yes, through our supplier network with trade pricing passed to the client. You can also bring your own selections.

Do freestanding tubs work on cottage floors?+

Yes, with a structural review. Cast-iron tubs need beam reinforcement on some older cottages. We check before committing.

Bathroom Renovations

Start your bathroom renovations project.

Walk the site with us. We follow up with a fixed-price proposal, usually within two weeks.

12+
Areas
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Services
$5M
Insured
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