Bathroom Renovations Preston
Practical, design-led bathroom renovations for Preston homes. If you’re considering a bathroom renovation, you want a space that works better day to day, is easy to maintain and adds real value to your home.
Pacific Edge Homes provides full bathroom renovations across Melbourne, including Preston and the surrounding northern suburbs. Our team handles everything from initial design and planning through to tiling, waterproofing, fixtures and final handover.
With 30 years of team experience and 10,000+ custom projects, we combine practical design with solid construction to deliver bathrooms that look good and stand up to daily family life.
Call (03) 7065 0017 to discuss your bathroom renovation.
What Homeowners in Preston Want from a Bathroom Renovation
Preston is an established suburb in Melbourne’s north, with a mix of post-war homes, renovated family houses, townhouses and newer apartments close to High Street, parks and transport. Across these property types, the goals for a bathroom renovation are often similar:
- Fix ongoing maintenance issues such as leaking showers, cracked tiles, mould around silicone joints and failing grout, which are common in older bathrooms.
- Improve layout and function where storage is poor, vanities are low or shower bases are awkward.
- Create a low-maintenance, durable space with finishes that are easy to clean and handle heavy daily use.
- Increase comfort and appeal for the people living there and for future buyers or renters.
Designing a Family-Friendly Bathroom
A family bathroom is often the busiest room in the house. These features help it cope with young children, busy mornings and everyday wear.
| Family need | Design options | Things to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Bath time for young children | Keep a bath, or choose a bath and shower combination | A bath is handy for small children but takes space that could suit a larger shower later |
| Safety underfoot | Slip-resistant floor tiles, step-free or low-step showers | Choose slip resistance suited to wet areas and plan floor falls to drains |
| Busy mornings | Double basins, a wider vanity or a separate toilet | Check the room has enough width and clearance before committing to two basins |
| Safe storage | High cabinets or lockable storage for cleaning products and medicines | Keep everyday items within reach and other items out of reach of children |
| Durability and cleaning | Porcelain tiles, larger formats, frameless screens, wall-hung vanities | Fewer grout lines and clear floor space make cleaning quicker |
Practical Considerations
Older post-war homes may have asbestos-containing materials, outdated plumbing and electrical, and separate toilets or older tiled showers with raised bases. Newer homes and apartments may have better structural conditions but limited storage or low-quality original fixtures, and owners corporation rules may apply. Parking restrictions and narrow driveways can affect deliveries and skip placement, so these are planned in advance.
Bathroom Renovation Design and Planning
- Layout and flow: small adjustments to the shower position, toilet location or vanity size can make a big difference.
- Space planning: clearances around the toilet, vanity and shower are planned so the room feels open, whether it’s a powder room, separate toilet or family bathroom.
- Natural light and ventilation reduce moisture, mould and ongoing maintenance.
- Storage: vanity drawers, mirrored cabinets, recessed niches and linen storage keep the bathroom tidy.
- Future needs: step-free showers, slip-resistant flooring and space for grab rails if you plan to stay long term.
Bathroom Renovation Services
Full Bathroom Renovations
The existing bathroom is stripped back to the structure and rebuilt with new plumbing, waterproofing, tiling, fixtures and finishes, ideal when the layout no longer works, there are waterproofing or structural concerns, or you want a completely new look.
Ensuite Renovations
Efficient layouts with walk-in showers, frameless screens, space-saving vanities and finishes that complement the main bedroom.
Laundry and Bathroom Combinations
Combined layouts, consistent tiling and practical storage where the laundry shares space with the bathroom. See our laundry renovations.
Tiling and Waterproofing
Our tiling and waterproofing services cover porcelain and ceramic tiling, waterproofing of wet areas to Australian Standard AS 3740, and grouting and sealing for wet areas.
Flooring and Related Works
We also offer timber flooring, carpet installation and kitchen renovations, managed through one team.
Bathroom Renovation Process
| Stage | What happens |
|---|---|
| 1. Enquiry and discussion | Your property type, current bathroom condition, priorities such as storage, accessibility or a modern look, budget range and timeline. |
| 2. Assessment and measurement | The space, plumbing, structure and access, including constraints such as asbestos, older plumbing or limited access. |
| 3. Design and selections | Layout options, tiles, vanities, tapware, showers, finishes and storage suited to your household. |
| 4. Quote | Based on the agreed scope, explaining what is included and what may change if the scope changes. |
| 5. Construction | Demolition and preparation, rough-in plumbing and electrical, waterproofing, tiling, fixture installation and cleaning. |
| 6. Handover | A final walkthrough of the completed bathroom with you, with any minor touch-ups addressed. |
Materials, Finishes and Storage
The materials and finishes you choose affect cost, durability and ongoing maintenance.
| Element | Options | Things to consider |
|---|---|---|
| Tiles | Porcelain, ceramic, larger formats | Porcelain is dense and low-maintenance; ceramic offers a wide range of styles; larger formats can make small bathrooms feel more spacious with fewer grout lines. |
| Vanity and benchtop | Vanity packages, stone or engineered stone tops | Stone adds durability at extra cost; choose drawers or doors based on how you use the space. |
| Tapware | Chrome, matte black, brushed nickel | Chrome is durable and easy to clean; darker and brushed finishes may need more care. |
| Shower screen | Frameless, semi-frameless, framed | Frameless screens look open and are easier to keep clean. |
| Storage | Drawers, mirrored cabinets, shower niches, linen cabinets | Plan storage around how your household actually uses the space. |
Waterproofing and Tiling
Wet areas are waterproofed to AS 3740, covering shower floors and walls, around baths and hobless showers, floor and wall junctions, and penetrations for drains and pipes. Good tiling starts with a flat, stable base, careful layout and quality grout and sealants suited to wet areas.
Planning Checklist
- what isn’t working in your current bathroom
- who uses the bathroom and at what times of day
- whether to keep a bath or change the layout
- storage needs, including items to keep out of children’s reach
- preferred style and finishes
- budget range and timing
Why Choose Pacific Edge Homes for Bathroom Renovations in Preston
- 30 years team experience across renovation and construction.
- 10,000+ custom projects.
- 1 team, design to handover, reducing coordination stress.
- Tiling, waterproofing and flooring expertise, not just cosmetic updates.
See examples of our work on the completed renovation projects page. For other work in your home, see home renovations in Preston, or view all areas we service.
Common Bathroom Renovation Questions
What does a bathroom renovation include?
A typical full bathroom renovation includes demolition, plumbing, electrical work, waterproofing, tiling and new fixtures such as a toilet, vanity, tapware, showerhead and shower screen. In Victoria, plumbing and electrical work must be carried out by appropriately licensed or registered trades.
What makes a bathroom family-friendly?
Slip-resistant flooring, easy-clean surfaces, enough basin and bench space for busy mornings, and storage that keeps cleaning products and medicines out of children’s reach. Many families also weigh up keeping a bath for young children against a larger shower.
How long does a bathroom renovation take?
It depends on the size of the bathroom, product availability, the complexity of the plumbing and tiling work, site conditions and any structural changes. Your timeline is discussed during planning.
What should I consider before renovating?
Consider your budget, layout, storage needs and whether you plan to stay long term or sell, plus product lead times and the impact of plumbing and waterproofing work on cost.
Can you renovate a bathroom without changing the layout?
Yes. Keeping the existing layout helps control cost and complexity, and minor adjustments to the shower position, toilet location or vanity size can still improve function without major plumbing changes.
Do I need a registered builder for a bathroom renovation in Victoria?
It depends on the scope and value of the work. Some renovations require a registered building practitioner and appropriate insurance, and plumbing and electrical work must be done by licensed or registered trades. Check current requirements with the Victorian Building Authority for your project.
Is waterproofing included?
Yes. Wet areas are waterproofed to AS 3740, covering shower floors and walls, around baths, floor and wall junctions, and penetrations for drains and pipes.
Can you help with design and product selection?
Yes. We help with layout options, tiles, vanities, tapware, showers and other finishes, balancing appearance, function and budget.
How do I get a bathroom renovation quote?
Call Pacific Edge Homes on (03) 7065 0017 or use the online enquiry form. We’ll discuss your requirements, assess your bathroom and provide a quote based on the agreed scope.
Ready to Discuss Your Bathroom Renovation in Preston?
If you want a team that handles design, construction, tiling and waterproofing in one coordinated project, Pacific Edge Homes can help with full bathroom renovations, ensuite and laundry renovations, tiling and waterproofing, and coordinated flooring and finishes.
Call (03) 7065 0017 or use our online enquiry form to request a consultation.