Auburn Spanish Tile Bathroom Remodel

Name: Oakwood Remodeling Group
Address: Rocklin, CA, 95677, US
Telephone: (916) 907-8782
Price range: $$-$$$

Project at a Glance

Location: Auburn, CA
Project type: Full Bathroom Remodel
Key materials: Warm brown Spanish tile; Natural stone mosaic; Walnut floating vanity
Contractor: Oakwood Remodeling Group, Rocklin, CA (Lic #1125321)
Permit authority for Auburn: City of Auburn Building Division

Before & After

BEFORE

Before: Auburn bathroom overhead view showing old tub, toilet, cluttered vanity and brown area rug — Overhead view of the cramped layout before the remodel.

AFTER

After: Auburn walk-in shower with warm brown Spanish tile, frameless glass panel, shower head and built-in niche — The walk-in shower: Spanish tile to the ceiling, frameless glass panel and relocated shower valve.

After: Auburn walk-in shower interior showing warm brown Spanish tile walls, built-in niche and natural stone mosaic floor — Inside the shower: the vertical brick-pattern tile and a built-in niche with a stone shelf.

After: Auburn walk-in shower showing warm brown Spanish tile, square shower valve and frosted window — The shower valve was moved to the opposite wall for a better entry experience.

The Challenge

The bathroom had a cramped tub-shower combo with beige tile, a framed glass slider and a dated vanity. The homeowner wanted a complete transformation with character — not another white-on-white bathroom.

Our Solution

We removed the tub and built a curbless walk-in shower lined with warm brown Spanish tile in a vertical brick pattern. A natural stone mosaic covers the shower floor and bathroom floor for a seamless transition. A custom walnut floating vanity with a stone countertop adds warmth. The shower valve was relocated to a different wall so you can turn the water on without stepping into the spray. A frameless glass panel, built-in niche and new toilet complete the remodel.

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Scope of Work

1Tub-to-walk-in-shower conversion
2Spanish tile in vertical brick pattern to ceiling
3Natural stone mosaic floor throughout
4Custom walnut floating vanity with stone countertop
5Frameless glass shower panel
6Relocated shower valve to opposite wall
7Built-in niche with stone shelf
8New toilet

Materials Used

✓Warm brown Spanish tile
✓Natural stone mosaic
✓Walnut floating vanity
✓Stone countertop
✓Frameless glass

Key Features

✓Vertical brick-pattern tile
✓Custom floating vanity
✓Relocated shower valve
✓Curbless entry
✓Built-in niche
✓Continuous stone mosaic floor

Questions About This Auburn Project

What is Spanish tile?

Spanish tile refers to a style of ceramic or porcelain tile with a handmade look — slightly irregular edges and a warm, earthy tone. Laid in a vertical brick pattern here, it gives the shower texture without feeling busy.

Why move the shower valve to a different wall?

Placing the valve on the wall opposite the shower head lets you reach in and start the water without standing in the cold spray. It is a small plumbing change that makes a big difference daily.

Is a natural stone mosaic floor slippery when wet?

Small mosaic pieces have more grout joints per square foot, which adds texture and grip. The stone surface itself is naturally less slick than polished porcelain. A linear drain keeps standing water to a minimum.