Bathroom remodeling in Portland, Oregon
Portland Tile & Remodels is a family owned bathroom remodeler serving Portland and the surrounding metro. We build full bathroom remodels, tub to shower conversions, curbless walk in showers, and custom tile showers. You get skilled trades, a plan settled before demo, and a project manager who returns your calls and tells you what is happening before you have to ask.
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Custom tile work
We measure and cut every tile by hand, so the room looks as good up close as it does from the doorway. Bathroom tile installation covers tile shower walls and pans, tub surrounds, heated bathroom floors, and feature walls, in porcelain, ceramic, natural stone, and mosaics. Before the first piece is set, we plan the layout, the pattern, and where the focal points land. After that it comes down to the parts you see every day: consistent grout lines, polished cut edges, mitered corners, and tile that runs level from wall to wall.
Tub to shower conversions
Climbing over a tub wall to take a shower gets old, and most tubs sit unused the rest of the time. A tub to shower conversion makes the room easier to clean, easier to step into, and feels bigger without moving a single wall. Most run about two weeks, and they work in any bathroom in the house, not just the primary. Where the floor structure allows it, we can take the entry all the way to a curbless walk in shower with no step at all.
Shower waterproofing
The membrane behind the tile is what keeps water out of your walls, and that is where most tile showers leak. The two biggest failure points are the shower pan and the curb. A custom built pan and a prefab pan will both fail if they are installed wrong, and walls that were never properly sealed let water through no matter how good the tile looks. Slope matters just as much: get it wrong and water pools instead of draining, which is how you end up with mildew. The same goes for a niche or a bench, since both sit in the wet zone. Every shower we build gets a flood test and a drain test before a single tile goes on. More on how we waterproof a tile shower.
Bathroom design for Portland homes
We remodel across the full range of Portland housing, and the design answers to the house every time. A hundred year old Victorian in Irvington calls for period tile and restraint. An ultra modern build in Lake Oswego wants large format slabs, flat panel cabinetry, and clean glass. We have done both, plus townhouses, mid century ranches, Craftsman bungalows, and estates, and we work through the layout first, then the tile, the finishes, and the fixtures, until the room reads like it belongs in the house it lives in. See how that plays out across our recent projects.
Bathroom remodeling services
Shower remodeling, conversions, and full bathroom remodels. Each service has its own page with typical Portland costs, timelines, and how the work is built.
What does a bathroom remodel cost in Portland?
Every honest answer starts the same way: it depends on the room, the scope and the finishes you choose. So rather than hand you a chart, we built the thing that answers it properly. Pick your footprint, drop in the shower, the tub, the vanity and the tile you actually want, and watch the bathroom come together in 3D. At the end you get a Portland labor and installation range for the room you just built.
- Build it in 3D, one choice at a time
- A Portland labor and installation range at the end
- Add a photo for an AI render of your actual bathroom
- About two minutes, and no contact info to start
Build your bathroom in 3D
Pick the size, the fixtures and the finishes, and watch the room come together. You get a budget range at the end. About two minutes, and no contact info to start.
Bathroom remodeling FAQs
Costs, timelines, permits, and how the build runs.
How much does a bathroom remodel cost in Portland?
Most full bathroom remodels in the Portland area run $20,000 to $50,000. A tub to shower conversion typically runs $12,000 to $18,000+, and a custom primary suite with premium tile and fixtures runs $50,000 and up. Room size, layout changes, tile selection, and fixtures drive the number. For a range specific to your bathroom, use the planner on this page, then confirm it with a free in home estimate.
How long does a bathroom remodel take?
A typical Portland bathroom remodel takes about two to four weeks of active work once the project begins, depending on the scope. A focused tub to shower conversion can move faster, while a full remodel that relocates plumbing, adds custom tile, or includes a freestanding tub takes longer. Proper demo, waterproofing, and tile work each need time to be done right, and some steps require curing or inspection before the next can start. We give you a realistic schedule up front and keep the project organized so the timeline stays predictable.
Do I need permits for a bathroom remodel?
In most cases, yes. Bathroom remodels in Portland and surrounding cities generally require permits when the work involves plumbing, electrical, or structural changes, which most tile shower and tub to shower projects do. Simple cosmetic updates may not, but anything touching the wet system usually does. Permits exist to confirm the work meets code, especially the waterproofing and plumbing that protect your home long term. As your contractor, we handle the permitting process for the work we perform, so the city paperwork never lands on your desk.
What is the best waterproofing system for a tile shower?
The best waterproofing systems for a tile shower are modern bonded membranes, such as sheet membranes (like Schluter-Kerdi) or board based systems (like Wedi or foam backer with a liquid membrane), installed as a continuous, sealed barrier behind the tile. Brand matters less than installation: sealed seams, proper slope to the drain, and a waterproof connection at the curb and corners. Tile and grout are not waterproof on their own, so the system behind them does the real work. We treat waterproofing as a core step on every shower we build.
Is a tub to shower conversion worth it?
For many homeowners, yes. A tub to shower conversion turns a rarely used tub into a roomy, easy to access walk in shower, which often suits daily life better and can make a bathroom feel larger and more modern. It’s a popular choice for aging in place, primary baths, and homes with multiple tubs elsewhere. If you’re selling soon and the home has only one tub, it’s worth weighing buyer preferences. As an investment, a well built tile shower with proper waterproofing adds lasting function and appeal that a worn out tub simply doesn’t.
Can I finance a bathroom remodel?
Yes. Financing is available, so you can move forward with the bathroom you want and pay over time instead of all at once. It is often what makes a larger project, like a full remodel or a luxury bathroom, workable. Subject to credit approval; all credit decisions and loan terms are determined by the lender. Ask about our financing options when you request your estimate and we will point you to the application.
What areas does Portland Tile serve?
Portland Tile & Remodels serves Portland and the greater Portland metro, including Clackamas, Happy Valley, Lake Oswego, Oregon City, West Linn, Beaverton, Hillsboro, Tigard, and Tualatin, plus Southwest Washington, including Vancouver, Camas, and Washougal. If your city is not on the list, ask. We travel throughout the region.
Want the full breakdown? See our Portland bathroom remodel cost guide. We also remodel kitchens and install flooring.
All details matter.
A bathroom or kitchen remodel is hundreds of small decisions. Which tile, where the layout gives and where it holds, what gets fixed once the wall is open. We work through them with you instead of guessing, and you hear from us at every step, not just when something goes wrong. That is what you are actually hiring: skilled trades who sweat the details and answer the phone. Tell us about your space and we will put a real number on it.