Bathroom Renovations in Ivanhoe
Ivanhoe is one of Melbourne's most character-rich renovation suburbs. Edwardian and interwar homes dominate the streets between Upper Heidelberg Road and the Yarra, and bathrooms here are almost always compromised — added in later, tucked under stair voids, or occupying what was originally a sleep-out. The renovation opportunity is usually significant: rework the layout, capture proper light, and specify finishes that match the age of the house.
- 4 weeks, 2 daysTypical build
- $34,000Typical spend
- 6-yearWorkmanship warranty
- AS3740Waterproofing certified
Why homeowners in Ivanhoe choose Vision Line
Ivanhoe homeowners expect craftsmanship: level tile lay, dead-plumb screens, hand-finished joinery. We match that expectation and back it with a fixed-price contract, six-year workmanship warranty, and complete waterproofing documentation for the home file.
- 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 Ivanhoe homes.
Banyule heritage overlays cover parts of Ivanhoe; we check the HO maps before quoting any external work. Interior bathroom renovations rarely trigger a planning permit.
- Edwardian and Federation homes
- Interwar Californian bungalows
- 1940s–50s brick homes
- Contemporary Ivanhoe East rebuilds
- Freestanding bath + walk-in shower
- Twin vanity ensuite
- Powder room off entry
- Honed marble and travertine
- Fluted stone feature walls
- Handmade square wall tiles
Bathrooms we've completed nearby.
Twelve stages. Same order, every job.
Every Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe homes actually live.
Every material we specify for a Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe.
Can you install a freestanding bath in a small period bathroom?
Yes if the room allows a 400mm zone around the bath for cleaning and safety. Where it does not, we recommend a back-to-wall bath which reads similarly but saves 100mm each side.
How do you handle timber floors in Ivanhoe Edwardians?
We install compressed fibre-cement or Wedi-board over the existing joists once we have inspected joist condition and spans. Waterproofing membrane goes over the sheet, not over the timber directly.
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.
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Ready to renovate your Ivanhoe bathroom?
Free on-site inspection, fixed-price quote in writing within seven days, and a start date on the contract.