Planning your tile design? Looking for the advantages of a tiled shower: sizes, benches, niches, stone, large-format tile?
Home2stay is a wedi certified pro installer and an authorized wedi dealer.
wedi Showers in Vancouver
Anyone can make a bathroom look good; what matters is that what was done under the tile was done correctly. Home2stay designs and installs custom walk-in and curbless showers built on wedi 100% waterproof building panels and Fundo floor systems. All plumbing and electrical work is completed by licensed Red Seal tradespeople, giving you complete peace of mind, code compliance and lasting quality. Home2stay's own team handles the rest of the installation, plus strata notices and municipal permits.
Seamless Under-Tile Protection
Precision-sloped Fundo bases, factory-sealed drain integration, and complete tile design freedom.
“Anyone can make a bathroom look good; what matters is that what was done under the tile was done correctly.”
Tile, grout, and natural stone are not waterproof on their own. Water naturally penetrates grout lines over years of daily showers. If the substrate underneath relies on paint-on membranes, taped paper-faced backer boards, or fragile liquid coats, unseen moisture can migrate into wall studs and subfloors. With wedi, the waterproofing is in the core of every board.
The wedi Building Panel
Engineered in Germany and North America by wedi (part of the Ardex Group, with 40+ years of proven performance), each panel delivers monolithic protection without secondary liners.
Waterproof by Itself — No Paint-On Membrane to Pinhole
Traditional shower construction relies on paint-on liquid membranes or topical coatings. An uneven dry coat, roller void, or pinhole creates a pathway for water. wedi Building Panel is intrinsically waterproof from the outside face all the way through its closed-cell foam core. Even if the surface were scratched, the panel remains 100% waterproof.
Tile Directly Onto the Substrate
The factory-bonded cement-resin outer coating bonds directly to polymer-modified thinset mortars and every style of tile: large format porcelain, ceramic, natural marble, glass mosaics, and non-slip floor pavers. There is no need for wire lath, mortar bed scratch coats, or multiple curing days before tile installation begins.
Naturally Mold and Mildew Resistant
Because the XPS foam core does not absorb water and contains no organic material, it provides zero food source for mold, mildew, or rot. Your shower framework remains dry, hygienic, and structurally sound for decades to come.
System Comparison
wedi Fundo vs. Paint-On Membranes
wedi says its simple system has few parts, creates consistent installations, and significantly reduces the likelihood of installation error. Here is how a factory-integrated wedi Fundo system compares to multi-step paint-on membrane assemblies.
wedi Fundo System
A closed-cell waterproof core with factory-calibrated slope and integrated drain components engineered as one cohesive assembly.
Fewer components and factory-built slope eliminate site guesswork and reduce installer error risk.
Paint-On Membranes
Waterproofing relies on a paint-on liquid-applied membrane painted over a separate hand-troweled mortar bed or backer boards.
Relies heavily on multiple site-applied paint-on coats and manual slope consistency across multiple trades.
Engineered Simplicity Protects Your Investment
wedi’s simple system uses fewer components and factory-integrated connections, providing reliable consistency and reducing installer variance on every bathroom project.
System Styles & Options
wedi Fundo Styles for Every Layout
Every home and bathroom layout has unique space and accessibility requirements. Home2stay installs the full family of wedi Fundo shower bases along with the wedi S-DRY membrane system.
wedi Fundo Curbless / Zero-Threshold
A level-entry floor base flush with adjacent bathroom flooring. Ideal for aging in place, roll-in wheelchair access, or a spacious modern aesthetic without step-over barriers.
wedi Fundo Curbed
A traditional step-in curb configuration utilizing prefabricated 100% waterproof wedi curb profiles. Solid, water-tight, and ready for tile on all three sides.
wedi Fundo Riolito / Linear Drain
Features a sleek linear trench drain placed against the back wall or at the entrance, allowing the use of large-format floor tiles without envelope cuts.
wedi S-DRY Membrane System
A specialized membrane-based system engineered by wedi for new construction projects and installations over existing drywall or sound mortar-bed floors.
Also Available: wedi Vapor 85 Steam Room System
For luxury residential steam showers and wellness bathrooms, Home2stay installs the wedi Vapor 85 vapor-retardant building panel system, designed specifically for high-temperature and high-humidity continuous moisture environments.
wedi Manufacturer Warranty Protection
wedi stands behind its waterproof assemblies with rigorous factory testing and comprehensive manufacturer warranties as published at wedicorp.com/wedi-warranty:
Standard 10-Year General Warranty
wedi provides a standard 10-year general product warranty covering wedi shower systems and building panels.
Extended Limited 15-Year PRO or Limited Lifetime PRO Warranty
Extended Limited 15-Year PRO or Limited Lifetime PRO warranty available on qualifying projects installed with complete wedi system components.
Ask us which warranty applies to your project.
German Engineering, Ardex Group Quality
Manufactured in North America and Germany, wedi shower systems have set the benchmark in European and North American waterproof substrate technology for more than 40 years.
Warranty coverage applies directly to the wedi manufactured waterproof system under verified installation guidelines. All plumbing and electrical work is completed by licensed Red Seal tradespeople, giving you complete peace of mind, code compliance and lasting quality. Home2stay's own team handles the rest of the installation, plus strata notices and municipal permits.
Barrier-Free Tile Showers with wedi
Barrier-free living should never mean compromising on design elegance. With wedi curbless Fundo bases, transition ramps, benches, and waterproof niches, Home2stay creates accessible tiled showers that blend seamlessly into high-end bathroom interiors.
Curbless Fundo Bases
Engineered to recess into floor joists or concrete slabs, achieving a true zero-step threshold for rolling mobility or effortless walk-in entry.
wedi Curbs & Transition Ramps
Low-profile beveled transition ramps and prefabricated waterproof curbs provide tailored entry solutions when recessing is not feasible.
Shower Seats & Benches
Prefabricated, load-bearing wedi bench and corner seat elements that waterproof effortlessly and receive your custom tile choice.
Waterproof Recessed Niches
Preformed waterproof storage niches set soap, shampoo, and handheld wands at an accessible height without puncturing wall waterproofing.
Safe & Accessible Elegance
Zero threshold transitions, custom designer tilework, and solid structural blocking for grab bars.
Red Seal tradespeople keep it code-compliant
Every bathroom conversion and shower installation completed by Home2stay adheres to strict Canadian building codes and manufacturer specifications.
Red Seal Plumbers & Electricians
All plumbing and electrical work is completed by licensed Red Seal tradespeople, giving you complete peace of mind, code compliance and lasting quality. Our own team handles the rest of the installation.
Strata Approvals & Bylaws
We take care of strata requirements (approvals, bylaws, notices) for condo and townhouse work.
Permits & Inspections
We take care of permit requirements (applications and inspections).
Our Installation Process
From Free Assessment to Finished Custom Tile
Home2stay manages every detail of your bathroom remodel—including strata approval documentation and municipal building/plumbing permits.
Free In-Home Assessment
We visit your Vancouver home, evaluate existing plumbing, assess joist depths for curbless transitions, take exact measurements, and listen to your mobility needs.
Design & Tile Selection
Select your custom tile, linear or point drain finish, glass door or open walk-in layout, and integrated features like recessed niches and built-in shower seating.
Red Seal Plumbing & Waterproofing
All plumbing and electrical work is completed by licensed Red Seal tradespeople, giving you complete peace of mind, code compliance and lasting quality. Home2stay's own team precision-fits and seals the 100% waterproof wedi Building Panel and Fundo base system.
Master Tile Finish
Our skilled tile setters install and grout your chosen tiles directly onto the wedi substrate. Fixtures, safety grab bars, and glass doors are securely anchored and tested.
Project Timelines & Scope
Timelines vary with scope. Sentrel and Best Bath are the quickest options (Sentrel 2 to 4 days, Best Bath 3 to 5 days). Custom tile and bespoke showers and bathrooms take longer to allow proper waterproofing prep, mortar curing and precision tile setting.
We Handle Strata & Municipal Permits
Living in a Vancouver condo or townhouse? Home2stay coordinates all strata documentation, bylaws, notices, and municipal permit inspections so you never have to worry.
Got Questions?
Frequently Asked Questions
Book a free wedi shower assessment
Discover how Home2stay can transform your bathroom into a safe, elegant, and 100% waterproof custom shower built on wedi. We evaluate your space, answer strata and permit questions, and provide an upfront quote with no obligation.