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Project Story: Burleigh Bathroom Rebuild

How a leaking bathroom became a calm, trade-ready coastal ensuite.

CoastHomeHub Projects Β· 7 min read Β· Updated 22/06/2026

Location:
Burleigh Heads
Budget:
$24k-$34k
Timeline:
5-7 weeks site time
Type:
Bathroom rebuild

The Starting Point

The homeowner had a tired bathroom with a leaking vanity wall, poor ventilation and a shower layout that made the room feel smaller than it was.

Scope

The brief focused on keeping plumbing close to existing locations while correcting waterproofing and ventilation issues.

  • Strip out existing fixtures and tiles
  • Inspect substrate and replace damaged sheeting
  • Install compliant waterproofing system
  • Retile floors and wet walls
  • Install walk-in shower, vanity, lighting and exhaust

Cost Drivers

The biggest budget variables were substrate repair, tile selection, shower screen detail and whether plumbing could stay close to the original wall positions.

FAQ

Why does waterproofing affect the timeline?

Waterproofing needs correct preparation, application and cure time before tiling. Rushing this step is a common cause of future failures.

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