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Laundry Renovation Costs in Melbourne: 2026 Price Guide
Planning & Budget8 min read

Laundry Renovation Costs in Melbourne: 2026 Price Guide

Laundries are the forgotten room of Melbourne renovating, usually last on the list and first to be cut when a budget tightens. Yet a well-built laundry chang...

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Bathroom Heating and Ventilation: Getting Extraction Right
Planning & Budget8 min read

Bathroom Heating and Ventilation: Getting Extraction Right

Melbourne winters are the real test of a bathroom. Cold mornings make heating non-negotiable for most households, and long stretches of cool, damp weather me...

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Removing the Bath: Shower Conversion Costs and Considerations
Planning & Budget8 min read

Removing the Bath: Shower Conversion Costs and Considerations

Swapping a rarely used bathtub for a generous walk-in shower is one of the most requested changes in Melbourne bathroom renovations, especially in homes wher...

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Bathroom Mirrors and Shaving Cabinets: Storage Ideas That Work
Design & Trends8 min read

Bathroom Mirrors and Shaving Cabinets: Storage Ideas That Work

The wall above the vanity is the most valuable unused real estate in most bathrooms. Every item used daily, toothbrushes, skincare, razors, medications, cont...

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How to Allocate a Bathroom Renovation Budget Line by Line
Planning & Budget10 min read

How to Allocate a Bathroom Renovation Budget Line by Line

Most bathroom budgets fail in the same way: the owner anchors on a total figure, spends the first weeks of planning on tiles and tapware, and only discovers...

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Bathroom Waterproofing Standards (AS 3740) Explained for Homeowners
Compliance & Permits9 min read

Bathroom Waterproofing Standards (AS 3740) Explained for Homeowners

Waterproofing is the least visible part of a bathroom renovation and the most expensive to get wrong. Failed membranes are consistently among the most common...

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Underfloor Heating in Bathroom Renovations: Costs and Options
Planning & Budget9 min read

Underfloor Heating in Bathroom Renovations: Costs and Options

Melbourne winters make a strong case for heated bathroom floors. Stepping onto warm tiles on a 6-degree July morning is the kind of comfort upgrade that owne...

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Freestanding vs Built-In Baths: Space, Cost and Cleaning Compared
Design & Trends9 min read

Freestanding vs Built-In Baths: Space, Cost and Cleaning Compared

The bath decision shapes a Melbourne bathroom renovation more than most homeowners realise. It affects floor waste positions, waterproofing detail, tiling sc...

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Wet Room Bathrooms: Design and Drainage Done Properly
Design & Trends8 min read

Wet Room Bathrooms: Design and Drainage Done Properly

The wet room, a bathroom where the shower has no hob, no step and often no full enclosure, has moved from boutique hotels into mainstream Melbourne renovatio...

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Mya Mokds6 days ago
I recently had renovation work done and I'm really happy with the results. The team was professional, friendly, and easy to communicate with. They listened to what I wanted and made sure everything was done properly.
Gary Saundersa year ago
Highly recommend VicWide Renovations. The job they did was amazing, all the guys were very professional and worked hard to bring the results me and my family wanted and needed.
Patrick Aramia7 months ago
From start to finish, the process was smooth and professional. The crew was punctual, respectful of my space, and incredibly skilled. The quality of work exceeded my expectations.
Lavina Dilip2 years ago
One of the best decisions we made choosing Steve and Ray to renovate our house. Such an amazing and dedicated team. Would recommend them to anyone looking for renovators around Victoria.
Raeda Gorgos6 days ago
Thanks to Steve and Kevin for their great service provided on renovation my bathrooms.
Neno Curica year ago
It was an absolute pleasure dealing with Steve and his guys at VicWide Renovations. Fast, efficient, good quality work and addressed any issues we had along the way without any fuss.
Mark4 days ago
Steve and Kevin did an outstanding job at my parents' old place—highly recommend them!
Deb Harrisa year ago
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