Mississauga Tub-to-Shower Conversion: Fluted Oak & Brushed Gold Spa

From Builder-Grade Tub to Modern Luxury Walk-In Shower

Renovating a bathroom in Mississauga often means dealing with outdated layouts from the 90s/00s. For this project, the goal was clear: remove the bulky bathtub and restrictive bulkhead to create an airy, spa-inspired walk-in shower.

We combined structural changes with high-end organic textures—specifically fluted (ribbed) white oak and brushed gold fixtures—to create a space that feels double its original size.

Wide angle view of a luxury Mississauga bathroom with a large LED mirror, fluted oak vanity, and gold wall mounted faucet
Side view of floating oak vanity showing the white matte vessel sink and brushed gold fixtures

Project Snapshot

Location
Mississauga, ON
Detached Home
Project Type
Tub-to-Shower
Full Gut Conversion
Timeline
3 Weeks
Completed Winter 2026
Investment
~$25,000 CAD
All-Inclusive
Key Features
Bulkhead Removal
Custom Fluted Millwork
Brushed Gold Fixtures
Warranty
5 Years
Waterproofing & Tile Warranty
Top down view of a matte white vessel sink with a gold pop up drain and wall mounted faucet
Modern rectangular gold towel ring mounted on a white marble look bathroom wall

Design Philosophy: Organic Luxury

This renovation centers on three premium elements working in harmony to create a spa-like sanctuary

1

Custom Fluted Oak

We moved away from standard flat cabinets. The custom floating vanity features fluted white oak detailing, adding architectural texture and warmth. A matching floor-to-ceiling linen tower maximizes vertical storage.

2

Brushed Gold Accents

To complement the warm wood, we utilized a cohesive Brushed Gold finish for all plumbing and hardware. These gold accents act as the “jewelry of the room” against the white marble backdrop.

3

Structural “Lift”

By removing the heavy drop-ceiling bulkhead above the shower, we exposed the full room height. This allowed us to run large-format tiles to the ceiling, instantly modernizing the space.

Detail of the wood grain texture on a custom fluted oak bathroom cabinet
Modern white Toto skirted toilet installed next to a light oak storage cabinet

Technical Specifications

We believe in transparency. Here is exactly what went into this build:

Component Specification / Brand Details
Shower Walls Calacatta Marble-Look Porcelain Large format, polished finish
Vanity Custom Fluted White Oak Floating mount, soft-close, integrated handles
Plumbing Fixtures Riabel (Brushed Gold) Pressure-balance valve, rain + handheld
Sink Faucet Wall-Mounted System In-wall rough-in relocation
Waterproofing XPS Panels/ Ardex System Full membrane + flood test
Toilet Toto Skirted Design Easy-clean, soft-close seat
Glass Custom Sliding Enclosure 10mm tempered, gold hardware
Lighting LED Integrated Backlit mirror + 4″ recessed pot lights
Modern floating bathroom vanity made of ribbed (fluted) light oak with a white quartz countertop
Close up of a brushed gold wall mounted faucet pouring into a white oval vessel sink

Project Timeline: 3 Weeks to Completion

We know that being without a bathroom is stressful. Here is how we executed this project in just 21 days:

1

Week 1

Demolition & Rough-In

  • Full gut of tub, tiles, drywall
  • Bulkhead removal & framing
  • Plumbing rough-in: drains + supply lines
  • Electrical rough-in: pot lights + LED mirror
2

Week 2

Waterproofing & Tiling

  • DensShield/Sub-Guard boards installation
  • Liquid membrane application
  • 24-hour flood test verification
  • Large-format tile installation with leveling
3

Week 3

Finishing Touches

  • Grouting & silicone sealing
  • Custom oak vanity + linen tower install
  • Glass shower door + gold plumbing trims
  • Final paint & professional cleaning
Close up detail of the fluted (ribbed) wood texture on the custom bathroom vanity drawers
High end brushed gold Leviton light switches installed on a white wall

Magic Reno Waterproofing Standard

“A beautiful bathroom is useless if it leaks.”

In this Mississauga project, we applied our gold-standard protection:

Substrate
Moisture-resistant boards on all wet walls
Sealing
2-coat liquid membrane with reinforced corners
Testing
Standing water flood test before tiling
Warranty
5 Years on waterproofing & tile 
Detail of Moen brushed gold shower valve controls with temperature settings
Custom floor to ceiling fluted white oak linen cabinet installed next to a renovated shower
Full view of the gold shower system including slide bar and rain head in a glass enclosed shower

Investment & Value

~$25,000 CAD

Includes all labour, rough & finish materials, custom millwork, waterproofing, and project management.

Why this price?

Converting a tub to a shower involves moving drains underground (concrete work) and structural framing changes (bulkhead removal), which adds significant technical labour compared to a simple “remove and replace” renovation.

Premium Value

  • Custom millwork
  • Structural changes
  • Gold-standard waterproofing
  • Licensed trades
  • 5-year waterproofing & tile warranty
Brushed gold rain shower head and handheld wand installed against white marble look tile
Beautifully lit modern bathroom vanity with warm oak wood tones, gold accents, and LED mirror lighting

Ready to Transform Your Bathroom?

If you live in Mississauga or the GTA and want to convert your tub into a luxury walk-in shower with custom details, trust the engineering-first approach of Magic Reno.

“Your dream bathroom starts here — let Magic Reno make it a reality.”

Built in tiled shower niche with white marble porcelain tile and a bar of soap
Detail of Moen brushed gold shower valve controls with temperature settings