Shower & Tub Surround Tiling

Shower and tub surround tiling is one of the most technically demanding tile installation services, and in Ottawa's climate it carries even higher stakes because improper waterproofing leads to mould growth, structural rot, and costly remediation that can run into tens of thousands of dollars.

Ottawa's long heating season creates a persistent indoor humidity challenge — warm moist air from showers meets cold exterior walls, and without proper vapour management the moisture migrates into wall cavities where it condenses and feeds mould colonies hidden behind your tile.

Our shower and tub surround tiling service addresses this reality head-on with a comprehensive waterproofing-first approach that includes liquid-applied or sheet membrane systems installed over cement backer board, sealed seams at every joint and corner, and proper slope engineering for shower floors that eliminates standing water.

We install tile on shower walls, tub surrounds, shower floors, curbs, niches, benches, and half-walls using materials and methods that meet or exceed Ontario Building Code requirements for wet areas. Ottawa homeowners in neighbourhoods from Centretown to Riverside South choose from porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and glass mosaic tile in configurations ranging from classic subway to contemporary large-format designs.

Every shower we tile includes pre-installation flood testing of the waterproof membrane to confirm zero leakage before a single tile is set, giving you verified protection against Ottawa's humidity-driven moisture challenges.