Is your kitchen in need of an overhaul? Do you only want new kitchen doors or also new appliances? Via Renoca you can find out what the kitchen renovation costs and options are.
What does it cost to renovate your kitchen?
The average cost for a complete kitchen renovation is around £1,400, including installation. This includes replacing the kitchen cabinets, the kitchen worktop and possibly fronts for the fridge, for example. Of course, the price depends on how small or large your kitchen is. Check out the cost overview below for average kitchen renovation prices:
| Kitchen renovation | Example (incl. handles and hinges) | Average cost, incl. VAT and labour costs |
|---|---|---|
| Small kitchen/utility room | – 3 kitchen doors – 3 drawer fronts – 1 refrigerator panel |
£350 – £ 950 |
| Medium-sized kitchen | – 8 kitchen doors – 5 drawer fronts – 1 refrigerator panel – 1 dishwasher panel |
£ 900 – £ 2.000 |
| Large kitchen | – 12 kitchen doors – 7 drawer fronts – 1 refrigerator panel – 1 dishwasher panel |
£1.000 – £3,000 |
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Price examples
The following situations will give you a good idea of the cost of your kitchen renovation.
Small kitchen repair:
Would you like to replace the fronts of a small kitchen or a utility room? The average cost for this is between £300 and £950. Kitchen doors made of the materials melamine, foil and laminate are the cheapest option.
Average kitchen repair:
For a price between £600 and £2,200, you can have the fronts of your medium-sized kitchen replaced. Looking at the type of material, acrylic and lacquer kitchen doors fall below the average price.
Large kitchen repair:
Do you have a large kitchen with many fronts? Then on average it will cost £2,000 to have the kitchen fronts replaced. If you choose solid wood as the material for your kitchen, the price rises considerably.
How does the price breakdown of a kitchen renovation look?”
What choices determine the cost of your kitchen renovation?
There are several choices that determine the cost of your kitchen renovation.
Choice 1: Material of the kitchen fronts
Think carefully about what material you are going to choose for the kitchen fronts. Not only your personal taste, but also the available budget will help you make the right choice. Below you can see the different types of materials. The more stars, the higher the price.
| Material | Price indication | Explanation of material type |
|---|---|---|
| Melamine | * | Melamine is a resin pressed under high pressure onto an MDF panel. It is a budget-friendly material. |
| Foil | ** | Foil is a wafer-thin layer glued to the base surface via a chemical process. The disadvantage is that it is not completely scratch-free. |
| Laminate | *** | Laminate, like melamine, is a resin that is pressed under high pressure onto an MDF panel and has a decor layer on the top. Laminate is harder and more moisture-resistant than melamine. |
| Acrylic | **** | Fronts with an acrylic coating are characterised by an excellent ultra-high gloss. Acrylic kitchen doors are easy to clean. |
| Matt/high gloss lacquer | **** | Lacquer decors, like foil doors, have an MDF panel as a base, on which the lacquer is then sprayed. An advantage is that you can choose almost any colour, but it is not resistant to scratches. |
| Massive wood | ***** | Massive fronts are wooden fronts made from solid beams. To avoid damage as much as possible, hard woods such as oak, cherry, beech or maple are mainly chosen. Good maintenance is necessary. |
| Toughened glass | ****** | Toughened glass for kitchens is scratch-resistant, but you pay the highest price for it. |
Choice 2: Equipment
Would you like to replace not only the kitchen fronts, but also the appliances? Then the cost of your kitchen renovation will fall higher. On average, a kitchen appliance such as a dishwasher, combination microwave oven or fridge costs £500 each. However, prices vary a lot, depending on the quality and luxury of the product. Check for yourself what your requirements are for each appliance.
Choice 3: Countertop
The countertop is an iconic element in your kitchen. If you want to replace the countertop while renovating your kitchen, this will involve additional costs. The amount of these costs depends very much on the material. Plastic kitchen worktops are affordable yet of good quality. Natural stone kitchen worktops give the kitchen a luxurious look. The price depends on the availability and processing costs of the type of natural stone you choose. Composite is an alternative to natural stone if you find it too expensive. Composite has the particularly luxurious look of natural stone and its properties are similar. A relatively cheap worktop costs £300 per running metre; on average, a worktop costs £500 per running metre. Ask a kitchen specialist to advise you on which worktop best suits your needs.
Choice 4: Renovate or repair
Of course, it is also possible that you do not want to renovate the entire kitchen, but only need repairs to your kitchen cabinets or appliances. The cost depends very much on the type of repair. If you only want to have cabinets repaired, without replacing them, labour costs will be the biggest expense. If repairs are not enough and you want to replace the hob, for example, you can expect to pay an average of £500 for a new hob and £100 for installation/labour costs. Inform yourself well in advance about the hourly rate and any additional costs.
Choice 5: Additional options
Do you really want to do your kitchen renovation properly? Have your kitchen finished to perfection with the additional options below.
| Product | Average price per metre, incl. VAT | Explanation |
|---|---|---|
| Prints | £4 – £10 | Prints are on the underside of your kitchen against the floor. |
| Sierplint | £ 5 – £ 15 | With a plinth that covers the gap between the floor and the base unit, you can further embellish the look of your kitchen. |
| Trim skirting | £ 15 – £ 25 | Used to hide lamps, cords and sockets. |
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