Kitchen Renovation: All Costs at a Glance
The kitchen is the heart of many homes and a room where renovation is particularly worthwhile. Kitchen renovation costs can vary enormously depending on scope: from a simple refresh for 2,000 euros to a complete redesign with a premium fitted kitchen for over 30,000 euros.
Room-Only Renovation Without a New Kitchen
If the existing fitted kitchen is kept and only the room itself is renovated, you can expect the following costs: new flooring at 30 to 80 euros per square meter (tiles or vinyl), wall painting at 10 to 25 euros per square meter, new tile backsplash at 40 to 80 euros per square meter, updated electrics (outlets, switches) at 200 to 800 euros, and new water connections at 300 to 1,000 euros.
For a 12 square meter kitchen, the pure room costs amount to 2,000 to 5,000 euros without a new fitted kitchen.
Costs for a New Fitted Kitchen
Budget Kitchen (Under 3,000 Euros)
Budget kitchens from manufacturers like Nobilia or IKEA offer solid quality. They include standard cabinets, laminate countertops, entry-level built-in appliances, and simple fronts. For a small kitchen run (2.5 to 3 meters), this is a good option.
Mid-Range Kitchen (3,000 to 8,000 Euros)
The mid-range offers significantly more design options: higher-quality fronts (e.g., matte lacquered), better countertops (e.g., solid wood or quartz composite), brand appliances from Bosch, Siemens, or Neff, and soft-close hinges and full-extension drawers. An L-shaped kitchen with good equipment falls in this segment.
Premium Kitchen (8,000 to 15,000 Euros)
Premium kitchens feature top-grade materials (countertops made of natural stone or ceramic), high-end appliances (Miele, Gaggenau), ergonomic planning details, and sophisticated lighting concepts.
Luxury Kitchen (Over 15,000 Euros)
In the luxury segment, you will find bespoke solutions, appliances from Sub-Zero, Bora, or Gaggenau, exclusive materials (stainless steel, real wood, natural stone), and smart home integration. Kitchens from bulthaup, Poggenpohl, or SieMatic start at 20,000 euros and can easily exceed 50,000 euros.
Hidden Costs in Kitchen Renovation
Plan for these commonly overlooked items: removal and disposal of the old kitchen (300 to 800 euros), adjustment of water and electrical connections if layout changes (500 to 2,000 euros), floor and wall repairs after removal (tiles, plaster, 300 to 1,000 euros), temporary kitchen setup during renovation (microwave, kettle), and delivery time for the new kitchen (4 to 12 weeks for brand manufacturers).
Money-Saving Tips
1. Replace kitchen fronts instead of an entirely new kitchen: new fronts cost only 1,000 to 3,000 euros and completely transform the appearance.
2. Swap the countertop: upgrading from laminate to solid wood or quartz composite elevates the entire kitchen (500 to 2,000 euros).
3. Buy a display kitchen: showroom kitchens are often discounted 30 to 50 percent.
4. Plan appliance replacements strategically: replace only broken or outdated appliances rather than all at once.
5. Self-assembly for IKEA kitchens: installation often accounts for 10 to 15 percent of the kitchen price.