Bathroom specialist
Is your bathroom losing its charm? Get inspired and informed in this article so you make the best bathroom choices. Read on to find out bathroom prices, options and some savings tips.
What does a new bathroom cost?
Do you want to build a completely new bathroom, or do you want to remodel your current one? On average, a completely new bathroom costs £7,500. The price depends greatly on the size of your bathroom, the bathroom specialist and how luxurious you make it yourself. Take a look below to get an idea of the average prices.
| Type of bathroom | Average price for a bathroom area of 9 m2 (including installation, materials and VAT) | Description of example situations |
|---|---|---|
| Simple bathroom | £5,000 – £7,500 | -The layout of your bathroom remains intact.
-You choose basic bathroom facilities, a toilet, a shower cubicle and a washbasin with bathroom furniture. -You need a new tiled floor. You opt for cheap ceramic tiles |
| Average bathroom | £7,500 – £10,000 | -The layout of your bathroom remains almost intact. Some water and electricity pipes will be moved. You might add a bathtub and an extra bathroom cabinet.
-Your bathroom consists of medium-quality bathroom facilities, a walk-in shower, a bathtub, one or two sinks with bathroom furniture and a toilet. -Your floor will contain beautiful natural stone tiles. |
| Extended bathroom | £10,000 – £15,000 | -The layout of your bathroom will be completely renewed.
-You value design and style in your bathroom. -Your bathroom consists of a double sink, possibly multiple bathroom furniture, an extensive walk-in shower and a luxurious bathtub. -Your bathroom includes beautiful marble tiles and underfloor heating. |
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Design your bathroom
Increase the chances of a successful bathroom renovation with a timeless design where everything has been considered. Let a bathroom specialist help you design your bathroom. After a consultation, the bathroom specialist will create a beautiful design based on your wishes and a cost estimate to check whether your idea fits within your budget. Check out the average cost for this valuable advice below.
| Activity | Average cost (including VAT) |
|---|---|
| Advisory consultation + mood drawing | £70 – £250 |
| Bathroom design in 3D (drawn to scale) Includes: -Drawn-to-scale design |
£ 280 – £ 450 |
| Comprehensive bathroom design in 3D Includes: -Drawn-to-scale design -Life-like photos of the future layout -Colour and lighting advice |
From £500 |
Make the best bathroom renovation choices
During your bathroom renovation, you will be faced with several choices. Do you choose to replace one or more bathroom components or go for a complete remodelling of your bathroom? Check here all the crucial bathroom choices:
- Choice 1: Replace bathroom parts
- Choice 2: Have your bathroom tiled
- Choice 3: Have your bathroom plastered
- Choice 4: Refurbish your bathroom with underfloor heating
Choice 1. Replace bathroom parts
You may only have to modify one or a few parts to make your bathroom as you want. The cost of bathroom parts varies greatly. Don’t be surprised; delve into the average cost per part.
| Bathroom part | Average price (including fitting, materials and VAT) |
|---|---|
| Faucet | £ 150 – £ 450 |
| Toilet | £ 300 – £ 700 |
| Washbasin | £ 400 – £ 800 |
| Shower | £ 420 – £ 1.800 |
| Lounge bath | £ 850 – £ 2,800 |
Choice 2: Have your bathroom tiled
Let the professional tiler provide a watertight result. The cost of having a bathroom tiled averages £700 to £1,500. See below how the price is arrived at:
| Factors | Average price per m2 |
|---|---|
| Total | £ 42 – £ 220 |
| Tile | £ 9 – £ 160 |
| Wall tiles | £ 9 – £ £ 70 |
| Floor tiles | £ 13 – £ 160 |
| Tile setter | £ 25 – £ 40 |
| Materials (glue, grout, etc.) | £ 8 – £ 20 |
Choice 3: Have your bathroom plastered
More and more people opt for plaster on their bathroom walls and ceiling. A smart choice, as plastering in your bathroom, ensures more hygiene as there are no joints. The average cost of plaster is £800 – £2,500, depending on the area and type of plaster. Check out the average prices below: £ 15
Clear plastering
From £ 60
Sier plastering
£ 12 – £ 16
Ceiling plastering
From £ 19
Choice 4: Refresh your bathroom with underfloor heating
The last thing you want is an icy cold floor when you step out of the shower. Therefore, have underfloor heating installed in your bathroom. The cost of underfloor heating ranges from £ 650 to £ 2,000, depending on the number of m² and whether you opt for underfloor heating as main or auxiliary heating. Don’t want a radiator in your bathroom so you have more space? Then opt for main heating. Check out the average underfloor heating costs below:
| Main heating | Additional heating | Additional heating | Average price (including materials, installation and VAT) |
|---|---|---|---|
| To 10 m² | To 15 m² | To 20 m² | £ 760 to £ 835 |
| To 20 m² | To 30 m² | To 40 m² | £ 860 to £ 925 |
| To 30 m² | To 45 m² | To 60 m² | £ 960 to £ 1.075 |
| To 40 m² | To 60 m² | To 80 m² | £ 1,125 to £ 1,150 |
Take advantage of the reduced VAT rate
Since 1 January 2013, the VAT rate on labour for certain work on homes has been reduced from 21% to 6% by the government. The reduced VAT rate applies when insulating, painting, plastering and wallpapering homes that are more than 2 years old.
Find the best bathroom specialist with this step-by-step plan
Let your bathroom renovation go smoothly by following a step-by-step plan. This way, you can easily find the bathroom specialist that suits your needs. Take the following steps:
Step 1. Have a sketch made
During the preparation, you have probably already thought about what your bathroom should look like. To make your bathroom renovation hassle-free, it is wise to establish the following things in advance:
- Determine your budget.
- Discuss, if necessary, with your bank how you will arrange to financing.
- Create a mood board
- Create a list of requirements for your bathroom.
Step 2. Check out the subsidies
Are you planning to implement energy efficiency measures during your bathroom project? If so, you may be eligible for a subsidy, as the government is placing increasing value on saving energy. Check the energy subsidy guide to see if you are eligible for a subsidy.
Step 3. Check labels
How do you know if you are dealing with the right bathroom specialist? One way is to look at seals of approval. If a bathroom specialist has these, you know they meet certain quality standards. The common quality marks in the bathroom sector are:
- KOMO quality mark: If you engage a bathroom specialist with this quality mark, you can be sure that the company works according to the relevant building regulations.
- BouwGarant: By employing a bathroom specialist with the BouwGarant quality mark, you are insured against major financial risks. Think, for example, of bankruptcy of the company.
- Techniek Nederland quality mark: This quality mark guarantees installation, repair and maintenance of your bathroom according to the latest developments and legal guidelines.
Step 4. Get quotations
Now that you know your budget and have looked at the quality marks, look for a suitable bathroom specialist. More and more bathroom specialists are entering the market; take advantage of this price war. Request several bathroom quotes using our quote form so you can understand prices well.
Step 5. Compare the quotations
Compare the quotations received, then you will be aware of the offer and easily see which bathroom specialist offers the lowest price or the best quality. Compare the prices, see what is or is not included, such as VAT and call-out charges and check the general terms and conditions on, for example, warranty periods.
Step 6. Request a Consultation
Request a consultation with the bathroom specialist you like best and have a bathroom design made. Moreover, agree on the cost, any additional costs and the timeframe of your bathroom project.
Step 7. Check the final offer
After you have agreed on the costs and the further course of your project with the bathroom specialist, it is time to become concrete. The bathroom specialist will record the agreements made in a final quote. Check this carefully to ensure everything is in black and white to avoid disappointment later.
Step 8. Hire a bathroom specialist and give them some space
If you agree with the quotation, you have hired your bathroom specialist. It is important that you give the bathroom specialist enough space. You yourself don’t mind being constantly watched, do you? Mutual trust is essential.
Step 9. Enjoy a brand-new bathroom
Enjoy your renovated bathroom. A few more handy tips:
- Save the contracts
- Save grants in black and white
Bathroom saving tips
Study the tips below so that you start saving money on your project, and take advantage of them.
- Insulate your bathroom: Many bathrooms have cracks and crevices that are not visible to the eye. However, these cracks and crevices lead to unnecessary heat loss, resulting in high energy bills. Have the bathroom specialist carry out an insulation check.
- Get a volume discount: Do you have neighbours who also want to renovate their bathrooms? Combine the projects and get them done together. By looking for the right bathroom specialist together, you may be eligible for a volume discount.
- Choose a local company: Choose a bathroom specialist in your area so you don’t pay unnecessary call-out charges.
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