Bathroom Renovations Parkdale
Practical, design-led bathroom renovations for Parkdale 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 Parkdale and the surrounding south-eastern 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 Parkdale Want from a Bathroom Renovation
Parkdale is an established suburb in Melbourne’s south-east, with a mix of post-war homes, renovated family houses and newer units. 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.
- Improve layout and function where bathrooms have poor storage, low vanities or awkward shower bases.
- Create a low-maintenance, durable space that handles heavy daily use.
- Increase comfort and appeal for living in the home and for future buyers.
Lighting and Electrical Planning
Older bathrooms often have a single ceiling light and limited power. A renovation is the time to plan lighting and electrical work, since wiring is run before walls are lined and tiled. All electrical work must be carried out by a licensed electrician.
| Item | Purpose | Planning tip |
|---|---|---|
| Mirror or vanity lighting | Even light on the face for grooming and make-up | Light from the sides or front of the mirror reduces shadows |
| Ceiling lighting | General light across the room and shower | Choose fittings suited to wet areas and position them to avoid dark corners |
| Exhaust fan | Removes steam and moisture | Size it to the room and consider a run-on timer |
| Power points | Hair dryers, shavers and toothbrush chargers | Place them where they’ll be used, such as inside a shaving cabinet or beside the vanity |
| Heated towel rail | Dries towels and adds comfort in cooler months | Decide early so it can be wired before tiling |
Practical Considerations
Many post-war and older homes have a separate toilet, an older tiled shower with a raised base and original plumbing and wiring. These homes may also contain asbestos-containing materials that must be handled correctly. Units may have owners corporation rules on access and working hours. Trade access, deliveries and skip placement 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 maintenance.
- Storage: vanity drawers, mirrored cabinets, recessed niches and linen storage.
- Future needs: step-free showers, slip-resistant flooring and space for grab rails.
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, priorities, budget range and timeline. |
| 2. Assessment and measurement | The space, plumbing, electrical, structure and access, including constraints such as asbestos, older plumbing or limited access. |
| 3. Design and selections | Layout options, lighting, tiles, vanities, tapware, showers, finishes and storage. |
| 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. |
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 mean fewer grout lines. Choose slip resistance suitable for wet areas. |
| Vanity and benchtop | Vanity packages, stone or engineered stone tops | Stone adds durability at extra cost; drawers versus doors depends on what you store. |
| 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 you actually use the room so it stays tidy with minimal effort. |
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
- lighting, power and heating you’d like to add
- whether to keep or change the layout
- storage and accessibility needs
- preferred style and finishes
- budget range and timing
Why Choose Pacific Edge Homes for Bathroom Renovations in Parkdale
- 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 Parkdale, 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 lighting works best in a bathroom?
Most bathrooms work best with layered lighting: general ceiling lighting for the room, plus task lighting at the mirror to reduce shadows. Fittings should suit wet areas, and lighting is planned before wall linings and tiling so wiring can be run in the right places.
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 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 Parkdale?
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.