Kitchen Renovation Cost Calculator UK (2024)

UK Kitchen Renovation Cost Guide 2024

Where the Money Goes

Typical cost split for £15,000 mid-range kitchen renovation: units (cabinets): 35-40% (£5-6k). Worktops: 10-15% (£1.5-2k). Appliances: 20-25% (£3-4k). Installation (fitter + tiler + electrician + plumber): 15-20% (£2-3k). Tiling/flooring: 5-10% (£800-1.5k). Sundries (taps, sink, splashback, handles): 3-5%. Painting/finishes: 2-5%. Higher-end kitchens shift these proportions — units take a larger share (60-70% for bespoke kitchens), appliances may be £10k+ for premium brands. Hidden costs people

Spec Level Comparison

Budget (£5,000-£10,000 total): Howdens trade, Wickes, MFI-style. Adequate for rental properties or quick renovations. 5-7 year lifespan typical. MDF/melamine carcasses, vinyl-wrapped doors. Mid-range (£12,000-£25,000): Magnet, Wren, Howdens premium ranges. 15-25 year lifespan with care. Solid wood doors or quality painted finishes. Soft-close as standard. Some semi-custom sizing. High-end (£25,000-£60,000): Tom Howley, Neptune, Mowlem & Co, deVOL. 30+ year lifespan. Full bespoke sizes. Painted-i

Worktop Choices

Laminate (Formica, Egger): £30-100/m². Cheapest. Wide colour range. 5-15 year lifespan. Edge can lift over time around sink. Solid wood / butcher block: £100-400/m². Warm aesthetic. Requires regular oiling. Vulnerable around sinks. Engineered quartz (Silestone, Caesarstone): £250-700/m². Industry favourite for mid-to-high end. Consistent appearance, non-porous, scratch and heat resistant. Granite: £200-800/m². Natural stone — unique patterns. Slight maintenance (sealing every 1-2 years). Slightl

Timescales

Typical project timeline: design phase: 2-6 weeks. Visits to showrooms, design refinement, ordering. Manufacturing/sourcing: 4-12 weeks. Bespoke kitchens longest. Pre-installation: electrician first fix, plumbing alterations. 2-5 days. Installation: 5-10 days for typical kitchen. Fit cabinets, worktops, appliances. Tiling and finishing: 2-3 days after install. Decoration and finishing touches: 1-2 days. Total on-site duration: 2-3 weeks typical for full renovation. Up to 5 weeks for structural c