Bathroom Renovations Templestowe
Templestowe Bathrooms,
Done Beautifully
Delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Templestowe and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, fixed pricing, no hidden costs.
Your Templestowe Bathroom, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we have been delivering exceptional bathroom renovations in Templestowe 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 Templestowe Homes
Many Templestowe homes still have bathrooms from the 1970s and 1980s, with coloured baths and basins, feature tiles, a separate toilet and a small ensuite off the main bedroom. Split-level layouts mean bathrooms can sit on different levels, and larger households often find the original bathrooms too small for the number of people using them.
Common bathroom projects here are full remodels of family bathrooms and ensuites, swapping shower-over-bath setups for walk-in showers with freestanding baths, upgrading waterproofing, tiling and ventilation, and creating a larger ensuite by borrowing space from a walk-in robe. On sloping sites we also check access to the existing drainage before moving a shower or toilet. A bathroom renovation in Templestowe seldom needs a planning permit from Manningham City Council; what matters is licensed plumbing, compliant waterproofing and the certificates to prove it, which we handle.
Templestowe at a Glance
- Postcode
- Templestowe VIC 3106
- Council
- Manningham City Council
- From the CBD
- About 17 km east
- Typical Homes
- 1970s and 1980s brick family homes
- Split-level homes on sloping blocks
- Large modern double-storey homes
- Townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,569,000
- Median unit price$1,000,944
- House rent$950 a week
- Unit rent$710 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
What to Plan For in a Templestowe Bathroom
Slope
Bathrooms on Different Levels
In Templestowe split-level homes, the main bathroom may sit half a level above the garage or rumpus room. Waste pipes have to fall to a sewer connection that may be on the low side of the block, which limits where a toilet or shower can move. We trace the drainage before drawing a new layout.
Design
Replacing Coloured Suites and Feature Tiles
Bathrooms from Templestowe’s 1970s building boom often still have coloured baths, basins and toilets with patterned feature tiles. A full renovation strips the room back to the frame so the floor can be regraded, waterproofed and retiled. We check the framing behind the old tiles once it is exposed.
Layout
Borrowing Space for the Ensuite
Original ensuites in Templestowe homes are often a small shower, toilet and basin beside a generous walk-in robe. Moving the dividing wall can make room for a double vanity and larger shower while keeping a usable robe. We check whether the wall is load-bearing and where the plumbing runs first.
Waterproofing
Upstairs Bathrooms Over Living Areas
Where a Templestowe bathroom sits over a family room or garage, a failed shower shows up as stained or sagging ceilings below. New work is waterproofed to the Australian Standard with a properly falling floor, and we look at the ceiling underneath for signs of past leaks during demolition.
Ventilation
Internal Ensuites Without Windows
Ensuites in larger Templestowe homes are often internal rooms with no window, relying on a small ceiling fan. A ducted exhaust fan vented outside, a skylight or roof window where the roof allows, and good lighting make the room feel bigger and help it dry between showers.
Get a Free Bathroom Estimate in Templestowe
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Templestowe 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 Templestowe
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 Templestowe 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 Renovations In and Around Templestowe
Templestowe (3106) is about 17 km east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate bathrooms in Templestowe and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Does a Templestowe bathroom renovation need a permit from Manningham?
Internal bathroom work rarely needs a planning permit from Manningham City Council, even where a landscape or bushfire overlay applies to the land, because those overlays mainly deal with external buildings and works and vegetation. Structural changes may need a building permit. Licensed trades provide plumbing and electrical certificates at completion.
Can a bathroom be added downstairs in a Templestowe split-level home?
Often, yes. A lower-level bathroom or powder room near the rumpus room or garage suits teenagers, guests or older relatives. Because the lower level is usually closer to the sewer, drainage is often simpler there than upstairs. We check where the sewer connection is and whether a pump would be needed.
How long does a bathroom renovation in Templestowe take?
Most bathrooms take 2 to 4 weeks. Large Templestowe bathrooms with more tiling, or ensuites where a wall is moved, can take a little longer. Homes here often have more than one bathroom, so you can usually keep using another one while we work.
Can you design a bathroom for parents who will live with us?
Yes. In a larger Templestowe home, a bathroom on the entry level can have a step free shower, grab rails or wall reinforcement for them later, a comfort-height toilet and a wider door. These details can look like a normal modern bathroom. We plan around the person who will use it most.
Will updating bathrooms help when we sell our Templestowe home?
People inspecting large 1970s and 1980s Templestowe homes often see several dated bathrooms at once. Rather than renovating every one, fix leaks and cracked tiles throughout and focus on the main bathroom or ensuite that gets the most attention. New tapware, mirrors, lighting and fresh silicone can lift the others.
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.