Laundry Renovations Toorak
Toorak Laundries,
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Stylish, practical laundry renovations in Toorak and across Melbourne for over 20 years. Family-run, upfront quotes, zero hidden costs.
Your Toorak Laundry, Done Properly
At Smarter Home Renovations, we’ve been delivering high-quality laundry renovations in Toorak 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 Toorak Homes
In Toorak’s larger homes, the laundry is often a separate room near the kitchen or service entry, sometimes in a basement or near the garage, and can feel dated compared with the rest of the house. Apartments and townhouses usually have a European laundry or a laundry cupboard close to the bedrooms.
Owners here usually want a full laundry room with double machines, drying cabinets and hanging space, generous storage and stone benches, a link through to a butler’s pantry or mudroom, or a European laundry in an apartment. Linen storage and space for ironing help the room work for a larger household. A laundry renovation in Toorak seldom needs approval from the City of Stonnington, and our licensed trades certify every plumbing and electrical change.
Toorak at a Glance
- Postcode
- Toorak VIC 3142
- Council
- City of Stonnington
- From the CBD
- About 6 km south-east
- Typical Homes
- Period mansions and family homes
- Interwar and Georgian revival homes
- Luxury apartments
- Townhouses
- Property Market
- Median house price$5,350,000
- Median unit price$987,500
- House rent$1,500 a week
- Unit rent$695 a week
Source: CoreLogic via Your Investment Property, prices to July 2026, rents to September 2026
Before You Start
Planning a Laundry in a Toorak Home
Layout
Laundries in Service Wings
Many Toorak homes built before the Second World War placed the laundry in a service wing or by a back entry, sometimes with a separate drying room. These spaces are often larger than modern laundries and can hold a sink, two sets of machines, drying cabinets and plenty of storage. We plan the layout around how the household actually does the washing.
Drainage
Basement Laundries
In some larger Toorak homes the laundry is in a basement, where the floor may sit below the sewer connection and water has to be pumped up. A pump with a holding tank, a floor waste and good ventilation are needed. Our licensed plumbers check the existing setup before design, and we allow for an alarm so a pump failure doesn’t flood the room.
Storage
Linen and Seasonal Storage
A large Toorak household may have linen for several bedrooms, guest rooms and outdoor furniture. Tall cupboards, adjustable shelves and pull-out baskets keep it in order, while a hanging rail and a fold-down ironing board save bench space. We measure the linen you have now so the storage suits it, not a generic plan.
Apartments
European Laundries in Apartments
In low-rise apartments off Toorak Road, the laundry is often a European cupboard in the hallway. Replacing the machines may need new joinery, and moving the laundry needs owners corporation approval for plumbing. Heat pump dryers don’t need an external vent, which helps in buildings where a new vent through the wall isn’t allowed.
Design
Laundry and Mudroom Links
Where a Toorak home has a garage or side entry, many owners like the laundry to work as a mudroom, with bench seating, hooks, storage for sports gear and a pet wash. Durable floor tiles and a floor waste make it easy to clean. We plan the route from the garage or garden so muddy shoes stop at this room.
Ventilation
Heat and Moisture From Two Machines
A household running two washers and two dryers creates a lot of heat and moisture. A ducted exhaust fan, heat pump dryers or a drying cabinet, and a window that opens all help. In Toorak homes with solid brick walls and older plaster, good ventilation also protects the rooms next door. The right fan size is included in the quote.
Get a Free Laundry Estimate in Toorak
Two quick steps. We’ll be in touch within one business day to arrange a visit to your Toorak 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 Toorak
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 Toorak 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 Toorak
Toorak (3142) is about 6 km south-east of the Melbourne CBD, and well within our regular service area. We renovate laundries in Toorak and its neighbouring suburbs, with the same team, the same fixed pricing and the same attention to detail.
Laundry Renovations MelbourneCan the laundry be moved closer to the bedrooms in our Toorak home?
Often, yes. An upstairs laundry near the bedrooms saves carrying washing up and down a long staircase. It needs a water supply, a waste, a floor waste and waterproofing to the Australian Standard, especially over finished rooms below. We check where pipes can run through the floor before recommending a position.
Do I need approval for a laundry renovation in a Toorak apartment?
In most cases, yes. Owners corporations usually need to approve plumbing changes, new machines on upper floors, noise and work hours. Heritage overlays on interwar apartment blocks mainly cover the exterior, so a new vent through the facade may need a planning permit. We handle owners corporation coordination before work starts.
Is a drying cabinet worth it in a Toorak laundry?
For larger households, a drying cabinet or heated drying rail is useful for delicates, wet weather gear and items that can’t go in a dryer. In a laundry with no outdoor drying area, it saves filling the house with clothes horses. It needs its own power supply and good ventilation, which we plan into the room.
Should the laundry be updated before selling or leasing my Toorak property?
In a home with a renovated kitchen and bathrooms, an original or water-damaged laundry can look out of place. New benchtops, cupboard doors, tapware and a good exhaust fan often cover it. If you are leasing an apartment, make sure the machine space, taps and waste all work. Rebuilding a basement or service-wing laundry is a bigger job and needs more time.
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.