Laundry Renovation Tips: How to Create a Practical and Stylish Space
Kimberly Lehmann • December 22, 2025
A laundry is one of the most-used spaces in a home, yet many are cramped, outdated or poorly organised. Renovating your laundry with intention can improve functionality, efficiency and storage — while also lifting the overall feel of your home.
What to consider in a laundry renovation
- Layout and workflow: Position washing machines, sinks and benches to create a logical flow. Allow easy access for loading and unloading, and consider overhead or under-bench storage for detergents and towels.
- Durable, water-resistant materials: Use tile or moisture-resistant flooring, waterproof cabinetry and quality waterproof paint. Laundry spaces endure humidity and spills, so durability matters.
- Adequate ventilation: Proper ventilation reduces dampness and mould risk, especially in humid coastal climates. Include an exhaust fan or window when possible.
- Storage solutions: Built-in cabinetry, shelves, or overhead cupboards keep surfaces clear. Maximising vertical space helps when floor space is limited.
- Lighting and utility access: Good lighting and access to plumbing, power points and drainage helps make laundry chores easier and safer.
If you plan a combined laundry-bathroom renovation, careful planning ensures both spaces integrate smoothly, while preserving separate functionality. Suncoast Bathrooms handles full renovation projects including laundry areas — with design guidance, trade discounts, and project management.
A renovated laundry can simplify everyday chores and add value to your home. If you need help with layout or materials for your laundry renovation, get in touch for a quote and design consultation.
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Starting a bathroom renovation is exciting, but a bit of preparation goes a long way. Taking time to prepare your home before work begins helps ensure a smooth renovation process and limits disruption — especially if you live in Newcastle, Lake Macquarie or Maitland. Key steps to prepare Clear the bathroom and adjacent rooms of personal items, toiletries, towels and decor. This helps trades work without obstruction. Pack away essentials you will need while the bathroom is out of action — spare towels, toiletries, temporary shower options. Many renovations mean your bathroom will be unusable for some time. Suncoast Bathrooms +1 Make arrangements for water and power disruptions. Plumbing and electrical work often require turning off services, so plan accordingly. Suncoast Bathrooms Budget for storage or alternative accommodation if the renovation is extensive. For larger jobs like full bathroom-plus-laundry remodels or house extensions, having a contingency for time without a working bathroom helps. Review and finalise design decisions — tiles, cabinetry, fixtures, colour schemes — before work begins. Early decisions reduce delays or changes mid-build. Suncoast offers help with colour selection and access to trade discounts for fixtures. Suncoast Bathrooms +1 Why preparation reduces stress Renovations involve many trades and stages: demolition, plumbing, tiling, waterproofing, fixture installation, finishing. Pre-planning helps trades coordinate and ensures no step is rushed or skipped. Good preparation also helps protect your existing home while work is underway. Internal linking ideas Link to: Bathroom Renovations page, Contact / Get a Quote page, About page (for explanation of process and insurance). If you follow these steps before renovation begins, you’ll help the project stay on schedule and reduce stress for everyone involved.
