Bathroom Renovations in Fawkner
Fawkner sits in the middle of Melbourne's most consistent 1950s and 1960s cream-brick belt. Bathrooms here are almost universally original or lightly patched — coloured 4×4 wall tiles, mismatched taps, and skinny separate WCs behind the kitchen. The bones of these homes are excellent (solid double-brick, concrete slab or heavy timber floors), so most of our Fawkner work turns a tired 5m² bathroom into a well-designed 6.5m² one by absorbing the WC or laundry.
- 3 weeks, 2 daysTypical build
- $22,500Typical spend
- 6-yearWorkmanship warranty
- AS3740Waterproofing certified
Why homeowners in Fawkner choose Vision Line
Owners in Fawkner want a bathroom that lifts the whole home without the inner-north price tag. Our fixed-price Complete Package sits well within the typical Fawkner budget while still using porcelain tiles, semi-frameless screens, and licensed trades.
- Fixed-price contracts, no surprise variations
- Licensed plumber + electrician on every job
- AS3740-compliant waterproofing certificate
- Six-year workmanship warranty
- $20M public liability insurance
- Photographic waterproofing sign-off
Built for Fawkner homes.
Most Fawkner homes have concrete slabs, which simplifies waterproofing but can make new drainage lines expensive. We assess slab thickness at quote stage so any core-drilling for new floor wastes is factored into the fixed price.
- 1950s cream-brick homes
- 1960s double-brick homes
- Post-war weatherboards
- Newer townhouse infill
- WC absorbed into main bathroom
- Combined bathroom + laundry
- Walk-in shower replacing built-in bath
- 600×1200 stone-look porcelain
- Matt white subway
- Warm concrete-look floors
Bathrooms we've completed nearby.
Twelve stages. Same order, every job.
Every Fawkner bathroom runs the same twelve-stage build: site protection, demolition, plumbing and electrical rough-in, wall and floor preparation, screeding, waterproofing, tiling, vanity and cabinet fit-off, shower screen, detailed clean and final handover.
Everything under one contract
Built for how Fawkner homes actually live.
Every material we specify for a Fawkner bathroom has to earn its place three ways: it has to look right in the home, it has to hold up under Melbourne water conditions, and it has to be maintainable ten years from now — not just at handover.
- Tiles
P3/P4-rated porcelain on floors and shower zones (slip-safe when wet). Natural stone reserved for feature walls to avoid ongoing sealing.
- Grout
Waterproof epoxy grout in wet zones — no cracking, no mould regrowth, no re-grouting inside the warranty period.
- Tapware
WELS-rated tapware with 15-year manufacturer warranty. Brushed brass and gunmetal finishes are PVD-coated (not electroplated) to survive Melbourne water hardness.
- Joinery
Moisture-resistant board substrate on every vanity carcass — not standard MDF, which swells in a wet-area cabinet within four years.
Frequently asked in Fawkner.
Can you combine the old WC and bathroom into one room?
Yes — this is one of the most common Fawkner renovations. It usually adds around 1.5m² to the bathroom footprint and delivers space for a proper walk-in shower and vanity.
Is a slab home more expensive to renovate?
Not usually. Slabs are ideal for waterproofing. The only extra cost is if new floor wastes need to be core-drilled through the slab — we identify that at the site visit, not as a surprise later.
Do you provide fixed pricing?
Yes. Every quote we issue is fixed in writing before demolition begins, including tiles, tapware, waterproofing, plumbing, electrical and rubbish removal. There are no hourly surprises.
Are your trades licensed and insured?
All plumbing is completed by a licensed Victorian plumber who issues a Certificate of Compliance. All electrical work is completed by an A-Grade electrician who issues an Electrical Safety Certificate. We carry $20M public liability insurance.
How long does a bathroom renovation take?
A standard main bathroom takes three to four weeks on site once demolition starts. Ensuites usually run two and a half to three weeks. Timelines are written into the contract with a start and finish date.
Reading that pays for itself.
- 7 min read
How Much Does a Bathroom Renovation Cost in Melbourne? (2026)
Real Melbourne bathroom renovation costs by tier, with inclusions, timelines and where the money actually goes.
- 5 min read
How Long Does a Bathroom Renovation Take? (Real Melbourne Timelines)
Day-by-day Melbourne bathroom renovation timeline, including waterproofing cure times and typical delays.
- 8 min read
AS3740-2021 Waterproofing Explained (Plain English)
What AS3740-2021 actually requires in a Melbourne bathroom, how compliant waterproofing is built up, and how to check a certificate is legitimate.
- 6 min read
How to Diagnose a Shower Leak Before You Strip a Tile
Moisture mapping, silicone tests and hob inspection — how to work out where a shower is actually leaking from.
We also renovate in
Ready to renovate your Fawkner bathroom?
Free on-site inspection, fixed-price quote in writing within seven days, and a start date on the contract.