Laundry Renovations Clifton Hill
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Clifton Hill and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Clifton Hill Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Clifton Hill and across Melbourne for more than 20 years. Since launching in early 2002, our family-owned business has earned a reputation for fast, fair and reliable renovation services with a personal touch.
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!”
Laundry fix and touch up
“The customer service from Smarter Home Renovations is amazing! They could not have been more helpful in fixing and remodelling our laundry. Highly recommend them for any renovation work.”
Laundry Renovation
“Tony and his team did an outstanding job on my laundry renovation. Great workmanship, very professional and knows his stuff. Tony was very easy to deal with throughout the whole process. He was helpful, prompt and on time. I will definitely use them again and highly recommend them.”
Renovating Laundries in Clifton Hill Homes
In Clifton Hill’s cottages and terraces, the laundry usually shares space with the bathroom in the rear lean-to or sits in a narrow corner off the kitchen. Some older homes still have a separate outside laundry in a shed or old washhouse. Apartments along Queens Parade use cupboard laundries built into joinery.
That shapes most Clifton Hill laundry renovations: separating a combined bathroom laundry into two functional spaces, bringing outside laundries into the house, building concealed laundries into hallways and kitchens, and stacking appliances to save space. Most interior laundry work doesn’t need a planning permit from the City of Yarra, but all plumbing and electrical work is carried out by licensed trades, and apartment work goes through the owners corporation.
Clifton Hill at a Glance
- Postcode
- Clifton Hill VIC 3068
- Council
- City of Yarra
- From the CBD
- About 4 km north-east
- Typical Homes
- Victorian brick houses and terraces
- Victorian and Edwardian cottages
- Interwar weatherboard bungalows
- Apartments
- Property Market
- Median house price$1,632,500
- Median unit price$901,000
- House rent$850 a week
- Unit rent$700 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Clifton Hill Laundry
Layout
Splitting a Shared Wet Room
In many Clifton Hill lean-tos, the washing machine shares a small room with the shower and toilet. Separating them, even with a partition and a sliding door, makes both rooms easier to use. We look at whether the lean-to can be reworked as one wet area with two zones, or whether the laundry is better moved elsewhere in the house.
Apartments
Quiet Laundries in Apartments
In apartments along Queens Parade, the laundry is often a cupboard beside the living area or a bedroom, so machine noise matters. Quieter inverter machines, solid doors with seals and anti-vibration pads all help. Owners corporation rules may limit plumbing changes and work hours, so we confirm these with the building before any work is booked.
Insulation
Insulating the Lean-To
Laundries in Clifton Hill rear lean-tos are often uninsulated, with a skillion roof and old linings. Adding insulation when the room is relined keeps it warmer in winter and reduces condensation on walls and ceiling. If the lean-to is in poor condition, rebuilding it may be simpler than patching, and the City of Yarra may need to approve the external changes.
Storage
A Laundry in the Joinery
In Clifton Hill cottages with no spare room, a laundry can sit inside kitchen or hallway joinery, behind doors that match the cabinets. A slim trough, a stacked washer and dryer and shelving can fit in a single tall cupboard. We check the ventilation, the power supply and access for servicing behind the machines before finalising the design.
Floors
Protecting Old Timber Floors
A laundry in a Clifton Hill rear lean-to often sits on an old timber floor, and a leaking machine or overflowing trough can rot the boards and joists. A waterproofed floor with a floor waste, or a safe tray under the washer, protects the structure. We check the stumps and framing under the lean-to before new flooring goes down.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Clifton Hill
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Clifton Hill 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 Laundry Renovations in Clifton Hill
Custom Cabinetry
Built-in storage designed around your space: overhead cabinets, under-bench drawers, broom cupboards, and hidden ironing board solutions.
Trough & Tapware
Laundry trough, basin, and tapware selection and installation. We'll help you choose practical fittings that hold up to daily use.
Tiling & Waterproofing
Professional floor and wall tiling with full wet-area waterproofing, done to Australian Standards so your renovation is protected for the long term.
Appliance Integration
Purpose-built spaces for your washer, dryer, and ironing station, with the right height, ventilation, and access clearance built in from the start.
Electrical & Plumbing
Licensed plumbers and electricians handle all service connections: power points, hot/cold water, waste lines, and dryer ducting.
Ventilation & Lighting
Good ventilation prevents mould and condensation. We install exhaust fans, LED lighting, and ensure the space is bright, fresh, and functional.
Your Clifton Hill Laundry 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.
Laundry Renovations In and Around Clifton Hill
Clifton Hill (3068) is about 4 km north-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Clifton Hill and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
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Can you separate the laundry from our Clifton Hill bathroom?
Often, yes. Options include a partition and door within the same lean-to, a European laundry in the kitchen or hallway, or a small new room as part of a rear extension. We look at where the water and waste pipes run, because keeping the new laundry close to them keeps the work simpler and limits disruption to the rest of the house.
Do I need a council permit to renovate a laundry in Clifton Hill?
A laundry renovated inside the house rarely needs a planning permit from the City of Yarra. If you are rebuilding the lean-to, changing windows or adding a vent visible from the street, a permit may be needed because Clifton Hill is almost entirely within heritage precincts. We check the requirements for your address before work starts.
We still have an outdoor laundry. Is moving it inside worthwhile?
For many Clifton Hill owners it is, particularly in winter. The decision usually comes down to whether there is a sensible spot inside near the existing plumbing. The old washhouse or shed can then become a garden store or workshop. We show you where an indoor laundry could go and what work would be involved before you decide.
What should I do with the laundry before leasing my Clifton Hill home?
Tenants mainly want a laundry that works: taps and a waste point for their machine, a trough, a power point in the right place and somewhere to dry clothes. In Clifton Hill, where the laundry is often squeezed into a lean-to or bathroom, fixing leaks, damp and poor ventilation matters more than new finishes. A simple cupboard laundry can be added if there isn’t one.
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.