Bathroom Renovations Camberwell
Camberwell Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Camberwell and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Camberwell Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Camberwell for over 20 years. Established in early 2002, our family-run business is proud to provide friendly, fast, fair, and efficient home renovation services throughout metropolitan Melbourne.
What Our Clients Say
5.0 out of 5 stars, based on 25 reviews
Powder room & laundry into a small bathroom
“We are delighted with our new bathroom. Tony made the entire process very easy for us, which is what you want when renovating. Nothing was too much trouble and he was very patient with all our questions and provided great advice on the design and installation. The workmanship was of high quality and the quote was highly competitive. Highly recommend Tony and his team!”
Bathroom renovations: stressless and wonderful
“Thank you, Tony and your team, for a stressless and wonderful bathroom renovation. Our 4-year-old townhouse bathroom and ensuite showers had serious leakage issues, with water leaking into the walls and between floors. The builder was happy to silicone the problem as a solution. The only options were to replace the showers, or a full renovation for both rooms. We chose the latter. Tony provided a competitive quote. Despite the inevitable out-of-square bathroom issues, the job was completed without stress, on-time and in budget, and the finish was fabulous. And square. We are now looking at a kitchen update. Tony, find some time. Highly recommend Tony and the team.”
Wow! Now that's a bathroom
“In such difficult times we were so grateful that we picked Tony and his crew to renovate our bathroom. His knowledge of the industry and his attention to detail is second to none. Tony was always easy to contact and happy to discuss any issues. The standard of workmanship was outstanding. We love our new bathroom!”
Renovating Bathrooms in Camberwell Homes
Camberwell’s Federation, Edwardian and interwar homes were built with one modest bathroom, often renovated once in the 1980s or 90s and now showing its age. Many still have timber floors under the tiles, small windows and a separate toilet off the hall, while larger family homes usually need a proper ensuite added. Apartments near Burke Road and Camberwell Junction have compact bathrooms with limited room to move plumbing.
In practice that means replacing timber subfloors or upgrading the framing so waterproofing will last, creating ensuites from spare bedrooms or rear extensions, fitting heated towel rails and good ventilation, and choosing tiles and fittings that suit period homes. Interior bathroom work rarely needs a planning permit, but large parts of Camberwell sit in Heritage Overlays, so we check any external changes with the City of Boroondara, and work with owners corporations in apartments.
Camberwell at a Glance
- Postcode
- Camberwell VIC 3124
- Council
- City of Boroondara
- From the CBD
- About 10 km east
- Typical Homes
- Edwardian and Federation homes
- Interwar Californian bungalows
- Victorian villas
- Apartments near Burke Road
- Property Market
- Median house price$2,450,000
- Median unit price$920,000
- House rent$1,172 a week
- Unit rent$650 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Before Renovating a Bathroom in Camberwell
Design
Original Interwar Tiling
Some Camberwell bungalows built in the 1920s and 1930s still have their original tiled bathrooms, with coloured borders or small hexagonal floor tiles. If you want to keep that character, a new bathroom can reuse the period palette with modern waterproofing underneath. If not, the old mortar bed is often thick and heavy, so removal is planned carefully.
Floors
Brick Houses on Timber Floors
Camberwell’s interwar houses are mostly brick, as the old Camberwell council required brick construction in many areas, yet most still have suspended timber floors. Tiling over timber needs stiff framing and a sheet substrate to avoid cracked tiles. We check joist size and spacing and add support where needed before waterproofing.
Layout
Finding Room for an Ensuite
Federation and interwar homes in Camberwell were built with one bathroom, so many families want an ensuite. A third bedroom or part of a large main bedroom can become one, but it needs a drainage path to the sewer and an exhaust that vents outside. We map the plumbing route under the floor first.
Heritage
Golf Links and Camberwell Links Estates
Interwar estates such as the Golf Links Estate and the Camberwell Links Estate are Heritage Overlay precincts. Inside the bathroom you can generally make the changes you want, but a new window to the side street, a skylight seen from the front or an exhaust vent on a front wall may need a planning permit from the City of Boroondara.
Ventilation
Steam and Older Windows
Older Camberwell bathrooms often rely on an openable window and a wall vent, which leaves steam on the ceiling in winter. A ceiling exhaust ducted outside, sized for the room, plus a heated towel rail keeps the room dry. In a heritage home we place outlets discreetly so they are not visible from the street.
Apartments
Flats Near the Junction
Apartments around Camberwell Junction and Burke Road range from interwar flats to new buildings. Older flats may have shared plumbing stacks and cast iron waste pipes, while newer ones have slab floors with little set-down for a shower. We check the plans, get owners corporation approval and plan noisy work for the hours the building allows.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Camberwell
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Camberwell home.
- 1Tell us about your project
Two quick steps. It takes about two minutes.
- 2We call you back
Tony will be in touch within one business day to talk through your ideas.
- 3Free on-site consultation
We visit, measure up and listen to how you want the space to work.
- 4Fixed-price quote
A detailed, itemised quote. What we quote is what you pay.
No obligation, no pressure
Family-run since 2002. Your estimate is free and your details are never shared with third parties.
Your Bathroom Renovations in Camberwell
Waterproofing
Applied by licensed trades to the Australian Standard for wet areas, and checked before a single tile goes down.
Tiling & Feature Walls
Floor and wall tiling, niches and feature walls, set out carefully so cuts and grout lines look right.
Vanities & Storage
Wall-hung or floor-standing vanities, mirror cabinets and recessed shelving that make the most of the space.
Showers & Baths
Walk-in showers, frameless screens, freestanding or built-in baths, chosen to suit your layout and routine.
Plumbing & Tapware
Licensed plumbers handle rough-in, drainage and fit-off, with tapware and toilets installed to manufacturer specs.
Lighting & Ventilation
LED lighting, heated towel rails and an exhaust fan ducted outside to keep moisture and mould under control.
Your Camberwell Bathroom in 5 Steps
Meet & Greet
We get to know you and your specific needs. And you find out more about us to make sure we are a good fit.
Consult & Design
We ask lots of questions to understand your ideal outcome for your project. We discuss layout, budget, colours and more.
Quote
A comprehensive quotation outlining all the details, costs and timelines to complete your project.
Construct & Manage
Time to get to work with all our suppliers and trades to construct your project and deliver it as promised.
Deliver
We strive to deliver your project on time and on budget. We believe in 100% customer satisfaction from start to finish.
Bathroom Projects
Bathroom Renovations In and Around Camberwell
Camberwell (3124) is about 10 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Camberwell and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Bathroom Renovations MelbourneDoes my Camberwell bathroom need a heritage permit?
Usually not. Heritage Overlays in Camberwell, such as the Prospect Hill Road and Golf Links Estate precincts, mainly control external works. A new layout, tiles and fixtures inside the existing room generally need no planning permit. Changes to windows or new vents on the street side can, so we check with the City of Boroondara.
Can we keep the original 1930s tiles in our Camberwell bathroom?
Sometimes. If the tiles are intact and the room has not leaked, a partial refresh may be possible, but a compliant waterproofing membrane cannot be added under existing tiles. Many owners keep one feature, such as a tiled niche or border, or recreate the look with new tiles. We talk through the trade-offs on site.
Will we be without a bathroom for long?
Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks. In a Camberwell house with only one bathroom, we plan the order of work to keep the toilet usable for as long as possible and can discuss a temporary option. Rotten floor framing or old pipes found during demolition can add time, and we tell you straight away.
Is it worth adding a second bathroom to our Camberwell home?
For a family home with three or more bedrooms and one bathroom, a second bathroom or ensuite usually makes daily life easier. In Camberwell it is often included in a rear extension, where the plumbing is simpler. A building permit may be needed if walls or structure change, and we check any heritage controls on the extension.
Should I renovate the bathroom before selling our Camberwell house?
In a family home, a single dated bathroom can stand out to buyers walking through. Before a sale, fixing leaks, replacing a tired vanity and tapware, regrouting and improving the lighting can be finished quickly. A full renovation or a new ensuite takes longer, so it suits owners who plan to sell later rather than in the next few weeks.
Ready to Start Your Renovation?
No matter the project, our team has the right solution. Get in touch today for a free, no-obligation quote, and let's get your renovation underway.